What to Get the Most Active Person on Your List This Year

Now more than ever, finding time to move one’s body at home—let alone making it an exciting, dynamic experience—has been more challenging than ever. Enter the highly anticipated Oculus Quest 2. Download the brand’s Supernatural App, put on the head set, and get ready to workout with professional trainers from atop the Scottish Highlands to the Galapagos Islands to Iceland’s Blue Lagoon—without ever leaving home. Users can choose from Supernatural's impressive selection of curated playlists, and will likely find that this workout program may beat going to a real gym. Check out the wild experience here and get ready to be a favorite for whoever receives this epic gift.

To buy: $49 for a 3-month membership, $99 for a 6-month membership or $149 for a 12-month annual membership (holiday membership deal), getsupernatural.com; From $300, oculus.com (Oculus Quest Headset)

• Oculus Quest 2 headset is sold separately, with mobile Companion App for iPhone and Android.

There’s a reason you’ve seen Bombas all over social media and the Internet: they are simply the most comfortable sock on the market. For the athlete in your life, give them a gift box of a new go-to ankle sock for workouts, thanks to honeycomb arch support and a y-stitched ankle. Plus, one pair purchased equals one pair donated.

To buy: $100, bombas.com

Finding a reliable, comfortable, and stylish leggings-sports-bra duo is like striking gold. Enter ENVT, whose workout sets feel soft like satin but wear with advanced contour and compression that makes anyone feel like an Olympian.

To  buy: $183, enavantactive.com 

A modern take on iconic sports eyewear, the Article One x Ciele collaboration sunnies are made for the fitness-ready traveler. Crafted in Italy and equal parts lightweight and durable, these sunglasses feature elements like a tonal silicone nose pad and CR-39 polarized lenses, ensuring a smooth workout no matter the conditions.

To buy: $275, articleoneeyewear.com

Perfect for the runner who hits the track or trail even when temperatures drop, Tracksmith’s waffle layer is all about wicking ability and warmth. Made from 100 percent merino wool, this base layer helps runners stay dry, insulated, and ready to run the distance.

To buy: $118, tracksmith.com

Say hello to your most dynamic winter duo. Stay cozy during warmups in this sherpa-style half zip (that roomy hood is the best part) and push all athletic boundaries in the supportive Kimble leggings, which feature a wide waistband and compression mesh.

To buy: $70, prana.com (half zip); $89, prana.com (leggings)

Buttery soft? Check. Lightweight? Check. This zip-up hoodie feels barely there, and thanks to Lycra fibre fabric, it moves seamlessly with you, no matter the activity.

To buy: lululemon.com, $128

Designed for the man on the move, these tapered, versatile joggers are quick-drying, breathable, and super soft to the touch.

To buy: $128, lululemon.com

The science behind Recover 180 sounds complex (optimal cellular hydration) but it’s actually pretty simple—and really delicious. The drink contains a whopping three times the amount of electrolytes as other leading sports drinks, so it won’t let dehydration interfere with a workout flow. A carefully crafted isotonic formula of salt and sugar is perfect for exercise recovery, or even after a big night out.

To buy: From $33, amazon.com

The Technogym Bench is that all-in-one workout machine that the fitness lover in your life will use every day. Equal parts functional, easy tool and compact storage unit, the Bench enables a full body workout with quick access to elastic bands, hexagon dumbbells, weighted knuckles, and a training mat.

To buy: request a quote, technogym.com 

A classic sport bag, the Saint Laurent Sport Duffel is both durable and elegant, and can double as a carry-on for the athletic traveler on your list.

To buy: $1,090, saksfifthavenue.com

We all know and love that one person who is a tad extra. And if you have someone on your holiday list who checks that box and also loves to work up a sweat in his or her home gym, these monogrammed LV dumbbells are just the ticket to up their style game while building strength.

To buy: $2,860, louisvuitton.com

For the tennis player in your life, this dress-tote combo from Tory Sport is the stuff of timeless courtside dreams. 

To buy: $228, shopbop.com (dress); $279, shopbop.com (tote)

Seamlessly paired with a WFH ‘fit or trendy tennis whites, these mesh sneakers from Athletic Propulsion Lab feature a shock-absorbing Propelium sole that restores energy and alleviates pressure on joints.

To buy: $200, net-a-porter.com

Ideal for the discerning bodybuilder. (We dare you to find a more elegant set of dumbbells. We’ll wait.)

To: buy: $260, tomdixon.net

For those who want the fitness tracker that does it all—without the bulkiness of a watch—Garmin’s Vivosmart 4 is the best choice. It’s slim and stylish, and tracks everything from your REM sleep cycles to blood oxygen saturation levels, and stress levels. The tracker can even evaluate your body’s energy reserves, and of course tracks steps, calories, and all the standard fitness measures. The fact that it’s waterproof is the cherry on top.

To buy: $130, garmin.com

These high-quality gloves are perfect for the serious—or novice—boxer in your life.

To buy: from $170, amazon.com

Ideal for pretty much any kind of workout, the wearer of these high-tech Bose headphones can be entirely hands-free while sweating it out.

To buy: $150, amazon.com

An all-around foolproof water bottle, this vacuum-insulated bottle made from stainless steel is perfect for taking on long hikes, or just for a regular workout at the gym. Plus, the bottle is available in dozens of trendy patterns and colors.

To buy: $34, amazon.com

You’ve probably heard of a somewhat mysterious-sounding fitness program called “The Class.” There’s a reason for all the hype—the program uses a unique blend of calisthenics and plyometrics to optimize a workout that challenges both the body and the mind. The result? “An expansive, heart-clearing and body-strengthening release,” according to the brand’s website. 

To buy: $40/month or $400/year, theclass.com

Designed to fit seamlessly into your living room or home gym, the Ergatta Rower is equal parts elegant, compact, and portable. This state-of-the-art rowing machine is the epitome of innovation, as it features a built-in digital touchscreen and a real water flow for optimal resistance. Those interested in purchasing the machine should also consider the brand’s gaming-inspired fitness membership (sold separately).  

To buy: $2,199, ergatta.com

Patagonia’s Capilene fabric, a blend of New Zealand wool and recycled polyester, feels light to the touch, but this top packs a serious punch. It’s quick-drying, insulating even when wet, and totally odor resistant. The result is an advanced base layer with a zigzag knit texture that will keep you cool when active, warm when resting, and layers seamlessly no matter how bundled you are.

To buy: $129, rei.com (women); $129, rei.com (men)

Designed with the long distance rider in mind, these bike shorts are unique in several ways: they feature a yoga-inspired, comfortable waistband; a silicon leg band (ensuring the fabric doesn’t ride you during your bike ride); and a chamois graded for over six hours of biking.

To buy: $148, machinesforfreedom.com

Often quoted as the best yoga mat money can buy, Liforme provides yogis with a mat made to last. The brand’s environmentally-friendly GripForMe material ensures that the mat won’t slide around during practice. Plus, it’s a bit longer and wider than standard yoga mats, so there’s plenty of room to truly stretch out and find that sense of calm on the mat.

To buy: $112, liforme.com

Tracy Anderson’s groundbreaking fitness program blends dance with intense muscular training to yield one of the best workouts you can find, as it aims to build strength from the inside out. She offers three levels of experience (beginner, intermediate, and advanced) so there is a starting place for anyone. Members will get access to online muscular structure classes, the dance cardio library, and expert training advice.

To buy: $808/year, tracyanderson.com

Hoka’s lightest foam build yet yields a sneaker that can practically launch a runner into space. A unique heel geometry ensures smooth impact—wearing these puppies essentially feels like gliding.

To buy: $160, hokaoneone.com (women); $160, hokeaoneone.com (men)

It’s likely that the fitness fanatic in your life also cares about what goes into their body. Daily Harvest offers a food delivery service that is built on the nutrients of pure and simple fruits and veggies: you can order smoothies, harvest bowls, soups, and more—all made from real, quality ingredients meant to nourish both mind and body. Get your special someone a 9-item box to begin their nutrition journey.

To buy: from $75, daily-harvest.com

As cool weather approaches, any fitness guru will be keen for a way to work up a sweat indoors. Enter the One Peloton program, a game-changing, top-of-the-line stationary bike that comes with an entire workout world which expands far beyond cycling. All-access members can enjoy the brand’s full library of classes, which includes anything from yoga to strength training to running to meditation. Consider this the creme de la creme of indoor workout experiences. 

To buy: $1,895, onepeloton.com (bike); $39/month onepeloton.com (all-access membership)