Gift Ideas for People trying to Lose Weight
Shopping for a person who is trying to lose weight can seem tricky. You do not want to buy the wrong gift, or send the wrong message to him/her. The first thing you need to consider is where they are in their weight loss and choose a gift that will help them achieve their goals. Somesuggestionsinclude:
- Cookbook. Buy them a cookbook full of healthy and delicious recipes. People can be interested in eating healthier, but have no clue how to prepare meals in a healthy way. Due to this lack of experience, some people associate healthy food with tasting awful. This is simply not the case! Healthy meals can include awesome things like Italian, Mexican and French dishes. Do your research and choose a cookbook that features recipes for everything: snacks, appetizers, main course, breakfast, lunch and desserts.
- Pedometer. This little gadget is the single most handy thing a person trying to lose weight can own! All they have to do is turn it on and put it in their pocket or hang it on their belt. It counts how many steps they take in a day or given amount of time. This is great for weight loss because they can set step goals. Walking is something most people do quite a bit of during a typical day and does not require any special machinery or a gym membership!
- Workout video. When trying to pick out a workout video for him/her, keep in mind their current fitness level. If they are just beginning their weight loss journey, then they are not likely able to complete a high-energy, high-impact exercise routine. This kind of workout, performed by a beginner, could result in physical injury. Do a little undercover investigation and try to find out what kind of exercise they are interested in trying/doing on a regular basis.
- Personal weights. There are many types of personal weights to choose from: wrist, ankle and hand just to name a few of the most popular. These smaller weights are convenient because you can strap them on and go on about your day. For example: ankle weights can be strapped onto the ankles and worn while doing housework or out for a walk. Hand weights are great additions to a workout routine and are not so heavy that they are hard to handle.
- Jump rope. This is possibly one the best pieces of exercise equipment. You do not have to be in perfect physical condition to use it, nor do you have to be an exercise expert. They are compact, lightweight and easy to pack up and take anywhere. You can actually go online and find workout routines using a jump rope. Besides all of this, jump roping is a whole lot of fun! Consider getting one for yourself and offering to workout with him/her.
Maybe these ideas will help you figure out what to get for that person on your list that is trying to lose weight. The biggest thing to consider is their fitness level and mindset. You want to avoid insulting them with a gift that is inappropriate for them. An example of an inappropriate gift is a workout outfit that is 3 sizes too small for the person. This is not a gift that will motivate them, it is one that could show them you think they are fat. Be sensitive in your choice of gifts and always be encouraging to anyone who is trying to lose weight.
