Fitness Gear For Foodies
You love working out ... for pizza. And you're at that early morning cardio class because you're getting doughnuts for breakfast. We get it. You love snacks as much as you love fitness, and so do we. These are the ultimate gifts for a fit foodie friend.
DAT MAT Donut Yoga Mat
Chin-Up Truck Run Tank Top
Chin-Up Truck Run Tank Top ($10, originally $22)
Reversible French Fry Headband
Reversible French Fry Headband ($8)
ban.do Gym Bag, Getting Pizza
ban.do Gym Bag, Getting Pizza ($28)
Activate Extra Fries Tank
Activate Extra Fries Tank ($22, originally $29)
Terez Black Tap Performance Leggings
Terez Black Tap Performance Leggings ($78)
Elegant Fast Food Pattern Athletic Headband
Elegant Fast Food Pattern Athletic Headband ($15)
Train Now, Tacos Later Tank
Train Now, Tacos Later Tank ($20, originally $29)
Happy Fries Water Bottle
Happy Fries Water Bottle ($15)
Wildfox After School Snack Tee
Wildfox After School Snack Tee ($64)
Monki Hotdog Meal Prep Lunch Box
Monki Hotdog Meal Prep Lunch Box ($13)
Abs ... olutely All the Ice Cream Hoodie
Abs ... olutely All the Ice Cream Hoodie ($33, originally $44)
Hot Sox Hamburger and Fries Print Trouser Socks
Hot Sox Hamburger and Fries Print Trouser Socks ($6)
Juan Paolo "Lucid Pizza" Yoga Mat
Juan Paolo "Lucid Pizza" Yoga Mat ($74, originally $99)
Ice Cream Sports Bra
Chin-Up Fitness Pizza in Mouth
Chin-Up Fitness Pizza in Mouth ($20, originally $22)
Wildfox Always Hungry Sweatshirt
Wildfox Always Hungry Sweatshirt ($114)
ban.do Work It Out Water Bottle
ban.do Work It Out Water Bottle ($20)
Terez Donut Duffle Bag
What Do Puma's Self-Lacing Sneakers Look Like?
On the heels of Nike's announcement about its HyperAdapt 1.0 sneakers, Puma has finally revealed its own self-lacing sneakers, the Autodiscs. The brand previewed the self-lacing sneakers in 2015 when Usain Bolt tried them on in a Twitter video, however, information about the shoes had been pretty scarce until now.
Engadget got an exclusive look at the kicks and answered everyone's main question: how exactly do they work? Well, the Autodiscs have neat, built-in motors hidden in the tongue of the sneakers. The motor is triggered with the push of a button that then loosens or tightens the hidden laces inside of the shoe.
What's more, the owner's preferred tightness can be saved on the shoe's corresponding smartphone app. To charge your Autodiscs, simply place them on their special charging mat.
While we're already sold, sadly, the Autodiscs aren't officially available. According to Engadget, only 50 pairs have been made and Puma has yet to announce when they will be open to the public ... and for how much.
Watch the video demonstrating the futuristic sneakers below.
10-Minute HIIT Workout
High-intensity interval training, aka HIIT, is one of the best ways to maximize your workout time.
Burn a ton of calories and boost your metabolism in little time with celeb trainer Astrid McGuire's full-body HIIT workout.
It may be only 10 minutes long, but it will leave you dripping with sweat.
There's no equipment needed for the workout, so press play and get at it!
The Lazy Girl's Guide To Doing Exercise And Getting Fit
Here's something you're going to love: a total-body workout you can do without even having to stand up. That's right, for those days you're feeling a little lazy (it happens to the best of us), we've created an efficient series of exercises you can do in the comfort of your pj's. But before you write this off as easy, try it for yourself. There's a whole lot of burn and bum work, but hey, at least you can skip the gym — just this once!
Bicycle Crunches
Considered one of the most effective ab exercises, this move really works the obliques. Here's how:
- Lie flat on the floor with your lower back pressed to the ground (pull your abs down to also target your deep abs). Interlace your fingers and put your hands behind your head.
- Bring your knees in toward your chest and lift your shoulder blades off the ground.
- Straighten your right leg out to about a 45-degree angle to the ground while turning your upper body to the left, bringing your right elbow toward the left knee. Make sure your rib cage is moving and not just your elbows.
- Now switch sides and do the same motion on the other side to complete one rep (and to create the "pedaling" motion). Do this exercise with slow and controlled motion.
- Do 10 to 20 reps.
Plank With Donkey Kick
Kick your planks into high gear by adding a small leg lift. This move requires extra strength, as it will challenge your core while toning your booty and hamstrings. Here's how:
- Begin in an elbow plank with elbows directly under shoulders, abs engaged toward the spine. Don't let the pelvis sag down or pop up.
- Lift right leg off the ground, bending your knee so the sole of your foot is toward the ceiling. Keep your pelvis square to the floor. Don't let your pelvis twist.
- Press your right heel toward the ceiling as high as you can without moving your pelvis or lower back. The motion will not be huge but rather concentrated on the booty and hamstring.
- Lower the bent leg slightly and repeat for a total of eight to 10 repetitions. Then switch sides.
Single-Leg Bridge Lift
Use the single-leg bridge lifts to strengthen and tone your legs. This is a challenging move, so you'll feel the burn in your glutes and hamstrings. Here's how:
- Lie on your back and place your hands on the floor for stability as you bend one leg and lift the other leg off the ground.
- Then pressing your heel into the floor, lift your pelvis up, keeping your body in a stiff bridge position.
- Slowly lower your body to the floor and repeat. Switching legs, lift and lower 10 to 15 times.
Pilates Side-Lying Leg Lifts
Although this move looks simple, these leg lifts are highly specific, directly targeting the hips and thighs as well as strengthening your back. Here's how:
- Lying on your side, lengthen your bottom leg and cross your top leg over it. Rest either your knee or foot on the floor. Prop your head up with your hand or rest your head on your arm.
- As you exhale, lift your bottom leg up and inhale as you lower it back down. Your torso should stay still while you do this.
- Do as many reps on one side for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side for an additional 30 seconds.
Mat Swimming
This basic arm and leg exercise targets your back and backside, similar to swimming in the pool! Control here is key — here's how:
- Lie on your belly, extending your arms and legs straight out in front of you.
- As you inhale, lift your arms and legs off the floor. Slowly alternate your arms and legs in a flutter movement, continuing the movement for 30 seconds.
- Rest and repeat for a total of four times.
Scissor Abs
Working against gravity, this ab exercise will target your core quickly and effectively. Just be sure to keep a flat back and control the movement with your abs rather than your legs or arms. Here's how:
- Lie flat on your back with your arms at your sides, palms pressing into the floor. You can place your hands under your pelvis if you feel the need to protect your lower back.
- Bring both legs straight up toward the ceiling, engaging your abs and pressing your lower back into the ground.
- Keeping abs pulled in and lower back on the ground, slowly lower your left leg until it's a few inches above the floor, then scissor your legs, lifting your right leg up. This completes one rep.
- Do 15 to 20 reps.
Fashionable Fitness Gifts
We asked Joanne Encarnacion to put together a gift guide of her favorite picks for the holiday season, and she showcased how she seamlessly integrates fitness and health into her entire lifestyle (with beautiful taste!).
You may recognize from her blog ... or her beautiful Instagram ... or perhaps from her latest (impossibly inspiring) commercial with Muscle Milk.
The superstylish fitness fashionista and influencer is known not only for her passion for healthy living and her unrelenting positivity, but also her stunning, minimalistic fashion sense.
Get ready to shop!
Captain Ankle Tight by Alala
"Mesh and 'leather' — mixed together in Alala's Liquid leggings — gets me from sweating to sipping on Champagne with my girls in tights that transition into athleisure so quickly."
Captain Ankle Tight by Alala ($110)
Clarisonic Mia FIT
"This is one of my favorite face-cleansing brushes, and now it comes in this tiny compact size, perfect for your gym bag and for all your upcoming travel adventures! It also comes in Alpha Fit for the guys."
Clarisonic Mia FIT ($219)
The X Bands Booty Bands
"I never leave home without these guys. These bands add more resistance to any squats, plyometrics, or any other workout that you can create on the fly!"
The X Bands Booty Bands ($30)
S'well Marble Bottle
"I own like 15 or more S'well bottles. I'm OBSESSED! They keep my water nice and cold all day. Get both the 25-ounce and 17-ounce; you won't regret it. Plus the 25-ounce bottle fits an entire bottle of wine!"
S'well Marble Bottle ($25 to $45, depending on size)
Ria Twist Bar Necklace by Kalaki Riot
"My favorite piece of jewelry that I recently discovered on Instagram. I was looking for a bar necklace that was unique and beautiful. This necklace is the perfect everyday piece."
Ria Twist Bar Necklace by Kalaki Riot ($125)
Lululemon All Day Tote
"I've been searching for a tote bag that's both classy and sporty, and this one is perfect for that. I can take it for a night out or a run in and out of a fitness studio without swapping bags!"
Lululemon All Day Tote ($128)
Frank Coffee Scrub
"I love me some good scrubbing, and Frank coffee scrubs are by far my favorite ones to get dirty with."
Frank Coffee Scrub ($38)
Nike Air Huarache Ultra SE
"The Nike Air Huarache Ultra SE Women's Shoe reimagines the original with comfort, support, and lots of style."
Nike Air Huarache Ultra SE ($120)
Blank NYC Faux Leather Jacket
"Every girl's must have is a leather jacket. It turns any active look into an athleisure look simply by throwing on one fun item (and some red lipstick)!"
Blank NYC Faux Leather Jacket ($98)
SAIC Incense Burner
"I'm a fan of rituals such as burning sage or incense, but I also really appreciate beautifully designed goods like this incense burner. What's more incredible is that it's designed by design students."
SAIC Incense Burner ($25)
Nike Tech Fleece Capris
"I have an obsession with culottes, so when I saw that Nike Sportswear designed a capri in my favorite tech fleece material, it was game over for me."
Nike Tech Fleece Capris ($110)
Cord Taco
"In a world of technical devices, cords have multiplied and gone wild. Cord tacos keep the madness all under control."
Cord Taco ($25)
Lucy High Impact Sports Bra
"Keeping the girls supported with a sports bra the gets me through plyos, weight training, BBG workouts, and SoulCycle."
Lucy High Impact Sports Bra ($55)
Delfonics Pen
"As a writer, I'm also very particular about my pens. I love Delfonics for the fine point pen, and something about the design and feel reminds me of good old no. 2 pencils from school."
Delfonics Pen ($28)
Denik Notebooks
"Writing has always been something that centers me, and has really allowed me to stay healthy; they say that 15 minutes of writing can really improve your health. Each purchase of Denik notebooks helps to build schools worldwide."
Denik Notebooks ($12)
Lucy Ashtanga Jacket
"I never thought I'd find the perfect Winter coat that wasn't just massive amounts of fabric and stuffing, until I discovered this jacket. It's the perfect weatherproof jacket that keeps you warm and cozy."
Lucy Ashtanga Jacket ($189)
Brass Inlay Cheese Board
"Instagrammers love to have some marble for their flat-lay photos. This fun cheese board doubles up for some really great food photos and make beauty goods."
Brass Inlay Cheese Board ($38)
Mr Kate Ball and Chain Ring
"Every girl loves a little bling on her fingers, and I love the delicacy these little midi rings add."
Mr Kate Ball and Chain Ring ($27)
Original Unicorn USB Charger
"Staying charged up for Snapchat and Instagram stories is so important; glad to have this bad boy to help me stay powered up."
Original Unicorn USB Charger ($40)
Goggles Umbrella
"We could all use a new umbrella (and a laugh)."
Goggles Umbrella ($28)
