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7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life

Instead of spoiling your loved ones with Telfar bags and technology, give them the gift of a healthier and more productive lifestyle.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
By Kimberly Wilson · Updated December 14, 2020

A healthy body is necessary for a healthy, productive mind. So for 2021, give the gift of both!

While you may want to spoil your friends and family with Telfar bags and technology, sometimes it’s best to get them a gift that will make their everyday lives a bit happier, healthier and more productive. Below, we’ve detailed our favorite useful gifts that will help them manage their time, simplifying their everyday routines and perhaps even shed a few pounds.

01
Day Designer
A new planner may seem pretty useless after the 2020 we’ve just had, but who says you can’t still make boss moves? And in order to do so, planning needs to take place each day. The Irvine based intentional planning brand under the Blue Sky umbrella known for their Original Daily Flagship Planner and Today & To-Do format.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at Day Designer $59.99 SHOP NOW
02
Hydrow
Thinking about shedding some of those quarantine pounds in 2021? With workouts led by world-class athletes including those training for the Olympics, Hydrow offers over 1,700 live and on-demand workouts designed to get the heart pumping and muscles burning. Hydrow engages 86% of the body’s muscles, nearly double compared to cycling or running— and in addition to torching calories, it reduces joint stress, improves bone density, and increases overall workout effectiveness. Hydrow ships nationally and is currently available for purchase at hydrow.com for the retail price of $2,245, plus a $38 monthly subscription fee for the live classes.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at Hydrow $2,245 SHOP NOW
03
Union & Scale™ MidMod 48 Writing Desk
For many of us, remote work will continue way into late 2021. So it’s only right you give your home office a revamp, making it as stylish as it is functional. Thankfully, Staples offers the Union & Scale™ MidMod 48″ Writing Desk, and it’s just that. So whether you’re handling business, or snapping selfies during your mid-day break, it’s the perfect backdrop for those Zoom meetings.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at Staples $129.99 SHOP NOW
04
Bowflex VeloCore Bike
Bowflex VeloCore bike is the industry’s first (un) stationary, dual-mode bike that combines leaning technology with digital connectivity for a dynamic full body workout and an immersive digital experience. For the first time, consumers can choose their riding style – leaning or stationary mode. The Bowflex VeloCore bikes are priced at $2,199 for the 22” console and $1,699 for the 16” console. Both bike models are available for purchase on Bowflex.com and at select retailers.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at Bowflex Starting at $1,699 SHOP NOW
05
Martha Stewart’s Organizing 2021 Monthly:Weekly Planner Calendar
Raise your hand if it doesn’t exist if not on your calendar. This calendar features helpful strategies, how-to’s, timelines, and checklists to help you stay organized all year long.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at Amazon $22.99 SHOP NOW
06
The Edge Desk System
With “Work from Home” (WFH) the new norm, people are looking to create productive and comfortable work stations right in their homes. Unlike standing desks and chairs that require more space than available, the Edge Desk is the ONLY all-in-one kneeling desk and chair system that provides a more ergonomic, productive and portable desk solution for everyone.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
available at The Edge Desk System $399.99 SHOP NOW
07
Treadly 2
Treadly is a compact, durable treadmill designed for walkers and joggers who want to commit to a healthy lifestyle and do a little better every day. Treadly’s app also allows users to socialize with loved ones and build a virtual community while walking and jogging. Treadly is the perfect fitness equipment to highlight as we approach holiday shopping, think about staying healthy and connected during the dark winter days of the pandemic, and prioritize wellness in 2021.
7 Gifts To Help Them Live A Healthier and More Productive Life
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TOPICS:  Holiday Gift Guide 2020
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