It's not always easy to bundle up and brave the elements during the off-season but I believe the items below will help. And as always, most of these items should fit into your Christmas sock over the fireplace. Happy holidays.
Here's the final piece to your swimming, cycling and running stocking stuffer list for that multisport athlete in the family this holiday season. I put together this gift idea list based around your winter training plans and getting outside.
It's not always easy to bundle up and brave the elements during the off-season but I believe the items below will help. And as always, most of these items should fit into your Christmas sock over the fireplace. Happy holidays.
BTW: You can check out Dave's first list of perfect triathlon stuffing stuffers for or the Triathlete swimmer in your in your life HERE and his second list of stuffing stuffers for Troathlete cyclist HERE.
180s Men's Tec Fleece with Headphones Ear Warmers ($30): The shell, lining and insulation are all made from warm and soft fleece fabric, perfect for those cold winter days! Features built-in headphones. Built in stereo headphones with detachable cord. Provides excellent thermal insulation, breathability and moisture wicking to keep you warm, comfortable and dry while you're on the go. Adjustable, click-to-fit frame fits varying head sizes. Collapsible for easy storage in your pocket, briefcase or glove compartment. Can be worn with hats, helmets and glasses.
Brooks Vapor Dry 2 Glove ($20-$30): Updated ultimate moisture-transfer running glove keeps your hands dry, warm, and protected. Thumb pad flips back for easy MP3-player navigation on the run.
Nathan Shadow Pak Runners Pack (Under $20): Runners and walkers should always exercise safely, which means carrying an I.D. and a cell phone. To encourage more athletes to carry these and other important essentials, Nathan has developed the Shadow Pak, a waist pak that, just like its namesake, is always there but never felt. Its mesh, gusseted pocket expands to hold any sized cell phone, leaving plenty of room for lip balm, keys, money, and other essentials.
Runners World Wrist Wallet ($8): Another great low-profile solution for carrying cash, credit cards, and ID securely when you run. Stretch band fits varying wrist widths. It's water-resistant, soft pocket comfortably conforms to your wrist and has reflective printing.
FuelBelt Sprint 10-Ounce Palm Holder with Pocket ($10): Adjustable strap with a small velcro pocket for money or key, durable and lightweight.
Timex Ironman Run Trainer GPS with Heart Rate ($229): When you go for a run, it's nice to know exactly how you're doing and where you're actually going. The Timex Ironman Run Trainer features a heart rate monitor in the convenient form of a watch to help you train. The display is completely customizable and you can download your workouts to keep track of all the data.
Runner's World "Run Less, Run Faster" Paperback: ($12): Finally, runners at all levels can improve their race times while training less, with the revolutionary Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training (FIRST) program. Hailed by the Wall Street Journal and featured twice in six months in cover stories in Runner's World magazine.
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