It?s just a few days before Christmas, but 10 percent of American shoppers admit they?ll still be looking for last-minute gifts up until Christmas Eve. In fact, stores like Target and Toys R Us will stay open until 9 and 10 pm, respectively, to cater to the demands of procrastinating consumers. Weight loss consistently tops the list of New Year?s resolutions in America, so it makes sense that shoppers should consider fitness-related gifts in these final days before December 25th. Craig Kastning is a Chicago gym and personal trainer who has been keeping an eye out for cool fitness nut gifts this season and he offers his suggestions here.
????Book: Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?
Craig Says: ?This book answers every possible question a person could have about exercising, including ?Should I exercise when I?m sick?? and ?Will running ruin my knees?? While it?s not as good as having a Chicago personal trainer, it does use scientific research to improve a person?s knowledge.? ($ 8, Barnes & Noble)
????Cookbook: Paleo Comfort Foods.
Craig Says: ?In Chicago personal trainer education courses, we learn how every food group has its specific nutritional profile. While I generally don?t advocate cutting out any single group, there are certain cases where a person has a gluten or dairy allergy and should watch what they eat. The Paleo diet has picked up a lot of street cred over the years and this cookbook has some delicious recipes, whether you?re a fan of the diet or just someone looking for healthy dinner recipes.? ($ 17.50, WAL-MART)
????CORE Arm Band by BodyMedia
Craig Says: ?We all know that elliptical trainers and treadmills lie about how many calories you?ve burned. The CORE Arm Band seems to be one of the more reliable calorie-expenditure-counters on the market. Research indicates that people lost 3 times? as much weight using the Arm Band to motivate themselves and track their steps taken, total physical activity, sleep duration and calories burned.? ($ 149, BodyMedia.com ? Free Holiday Shipping!)
????Bosu Ball by Fitness Quest
Craig Says: ?Remember when everyone had those big round exercise balls in their homes? Well, the Bosu Ball is the newest craze. We use them in our boot camp classes all the time. You can combine cardiovascular exercise, stretching, toning and balance control in a Bosu workout. ($ 109, Target)
?Lastly, don?t forget about my Chicago fitness and personal trainer sessions. If you have a friend, family member, or loved one who is serious about getting fit in 2012, I will make sure they lose a healthy two pounds every week until they reach their goals. Not only do I offer gift certificate stocking stuffers, but I have a special promotion right now where people get nutrition counseling and a week of fitness boot camp classes for $ 1!? Visit http://www.ChiTownBootCampsblog.com for details.
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