Poll: Did You Ask for Any Healthy Holiday Gifts?

By: Nicole Nichols : 12/23/2009 6:25:21 AM : 349 comments : 7,804 Views

Many of us have gift-giving on the brain right now, whether you're done shopping or still have some items you want to pick up, or you're wondering what gifts you might receive yourself!

I enjoy giving gifts to others, especially homemade ones. Most of the time, there are not many items on my own wish list, but with my newfound love of running, I am realizing that I need a lot more "stuff"—especially now that it's colder and darker outside. Healthy new gadgets are always on my radar, especially since I'm always trying to learn new cooking skills or exercise ideas.

This led me to wonder: What healthy holiday gifts did you ask for this year?

There are a few healthy items on my list. If I don't receive them on Christmas morning, I may have to treat myself to some of these goodies! How about you: Did you ask for any healthful food or fitness gifts this year? Have you given any fit gifts to others?

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HONEYBEEISME
1/11/2010
8:18:45 PM

 I didn't ask for but received some cute work out clothes from my folks, and my hubby gave me a teeny tiny MP3 player so when I ride my exercise bike I can hear some sweet sounds... other than my panting!
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RUNNINGCRAZY1
1/11/2010
5:51:39 PM

 I got cold weather running gear and new trainers! Yay!
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SPURSELL
1/11/2010
3:45:01 PM

 I asked for money so that I could buy a recumbent bike. I bought one the Sunday after Christmas and love it.
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CRIMSCOUT
1/11/2010
12:09:10 PM

 I asked for and received a heart rate monitor for working out.
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MARCELISA
1/11/2010
1:36:28 AM

 I asked for Spark the book!
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NDOWTON
1/10/2010
10:28:24 PM

 I asked for a blood pressure monitor, a pedometer and a food diary. In addition to those I also received a low sodium/ low calorie cookbook and my husband received a book on running and a weighted vest for working out.
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LOSEIT789
1/10/2010
10:06:07 PM

 I asked for and recieved the Wii Active and also a shock absorbing floor mat to work out on in my basement. Never thought I'd ask for a floor mat. Who knew!
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BBLUNDON
1/10/2010
9:23:12 AM

 i asked for a wii fit :)
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CONGUY
1/10/2010
2:31:39 AM

 I asked for and received The Spark book, WII Fit Plus and Your Shape video games, Jackie Werner Circuit Training DVD and Sketchers Shape-Ups shoes. I've been a very good girl!!!!
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FRANCLYN
1/9/2010
10:04:31 PM

 Yeehaw! I asked for and didn't receive a weighted vest. I asked for and GOT a fuel belt, reflective bands for my ankles, a road ID and a firefly! Hubby gave me the lot and used some of his rebates to get me a $50 giftcard for the running store!! Wheee!!!
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MYDROPPLAN
1/9/2010
3:55:57 PM

 I asked for and received a YMCA membership!
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KBARZDA01
1/9/2010
10:00:07 AM

 Wii fit plus was a surprise gift I had forgotten I asked for. I love it. I have not exercised for years and this has been a great way to get started. I have been searching for my motivation and I think I found it. I only opened it this week and have lost 4 # since Tues.
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DEEPGREENBEAN
1/8/2010
7:47:24 PM

 I asked for a weighted-vest, but didn't receive it.
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GRAMMAFROMMT
1/8/2010
6:41:31 PM

 I asked for an exercise bike and got a nice recumbent. I love it. Now when I get bored and want to snack, I just grab a book, hop on the bike and pedal away.
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AOGOAE
1/8/2010
3:56:00 PM

 I asked for, and got, a Garmin running watch. I got myself some new headphones (Panasonic RP-HS11, they're washable!) as well. I love my watch!
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KATIEWHOMPUS
1/8/2010
11:47:39 AM

 We had a pretty healthy Christmas this year. My sil received Wii Active and I received the Fit Plus addition to my Wii.
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LOVEBLACKWOLF
1/8/2010
9:51:51 AM

 I asked for and got running shoes. And with my yearly bonus and went and bought workout clothes.
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ROGERSMYCAT
1/8/2010
9:43:39 AM

 I asked for and received The Step and Gilad's Step and Tone DVD (very awesome!). I was also hoping to get a mini-stepper, and have decided to use some of my Christmas money to acquire one!
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SAMMIANNI
1/8/2010
9:09:26 AM

 I asked for.. and got.. a wii and a wii fit plus.. also just bought myself the biggest loser for the wii! woop woop! Hopefull will help! x
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NONIE_C
1/8/2010
3:18:50 AM

 I don't really have anyone to ask for gifts, but for myself I bought the Spark Book, and I've also given myself the time I deserve...to be happy, healthy, and getting better every day!!!

If Santa were to read this though, I think I'd like the stud in the photo (he-he).
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CATNANO
1/7/2010
8:13:05 PM

 I got Wii fit. Just playing the Wii with the kids is better than sitting around at night and Just Dance can be a real workout. :)
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MARICRIVANO
1/7/2010
5:21:52 PM

 I asked for - and actually got - a trampoline and a swiss ball for exercising... I really wanted to start 2010 thinking healthy!
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AMYMICHELLE5
1/7/2010
4:49:29 PM

 I got a stationary bike from my BF and a purple MP3 player from my dad...he also got me a jar of Better'n Peanut Butter, I have to say its sooooo very yummy but almost gone!!
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LEXGAL
1/7/2010
12:18:02 PM

 I got a new (and smaller sized) wardobe including enough workout clothes to last me throughout the week. I wanted to get a heart rate monitor and Jari Love's Extremely Ripped 1000 dvd, but the clothes I had were too loose and my Hubby insisted on the new clothes. I am pleased with my gift and it has been a great motivation to continue my exercise/healthy eating regimen.
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ASDOBBER
1/7/2010
12:01:29 PM

 I asked for a balance ball chair and I am sitting on it as I type. I am very excited about this. I never thought I would ever ask for something like that. I really like it.
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STRONGBARBARA
1/7/2010
11:09:16 AM

 I must have been a bad girl, did not receive one thing I asked for. Sessions for one month with a personal trainer, walking sticks, reflective vest. But hey, I have a job and can provide for myself.....my earrings are nice my husband gave me and I will look amazing at the gym wearing them.
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SPARKY104
1/7/2010
10:40:55 AM

 I asked for the walking poles and i did receive them!!!
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MOMMAC1214
1/7/2010
9:20:52 AM

 I asked for a few games for the wii fit and I got The Biggest Losers, Just dance & Wii Fit Plus/ They have all helped me get motivated again.
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COLLEENKELLEY
1/7/2010
9:17:12 AM

 I'm a cookbook freak so I asked my mom for any healthy cookbooks she thought I might like (she knows me so well it was easy for her). I wound up with both Hungry Girl books! And I also got a book with recipes to duplicate restaurant meals - not healthy per say, but it does have plenty of tips to make the meals healthier and I know quite a bit about doing that myself. I asked my husband for "Eat This, Not That 2010" but he got us a trip to Jamaica instead. I think I can live with not getting that one ;)
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LISSY7412
1/7/2010
9:15:53 AM

 I asked and received a treadmill for Christmas! I was running at the local track which is about a block from my house but have found that the treadmill allows me to run no matter if it's raining, too cold outside, or if I get off work after dark.
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MICLWILDE
1/6/2010
10:08:50 PM

 I asked for a unicycle.
I think the best fitness is fun fitness and I've always thought that I needed to ride a unicycle (weird but true).
I got the unicycle, too! It's great for balance and it's an amazing core strengthener.
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BWCAGRL
1/6/2010
7:56:59 PM

 I asked for a pedometer and a stability ball and was lucky enough to receive both!
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PEACEFORME
1/6/2010
11:20:20 AM

 I asked for a stability ball, winter running clothes, and some fitness dvds. I got the stability ball and clothes...but no dvds...oh well I did get a pedometer which wasn't on my list!!! :)
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MICHELLE33686
1/6/2010
1:48:26 AM

 Walking shoes, but didn't get them. Oh well. I am in this on my own, so I guess I will have to be responsable for my needs.
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RELEASE113
1/5/2010
11:37:20 PM

 Blood pressure monitor
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OKADIRONDACK
1/5/2010
11:31:50 PM

 My "healthier" gift was the book "Fragile" by Howard Buffett. One important step to my health this year has to be how to care for my world and the people in it better.
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ANDYLIN90
1/5/2010
10:13:02 PM

 My husband gave me a personal trainer and after my second work-out with him, I told my husband it was the best gift he's given me and I still think so.
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KRZYKAT3
1/5/2010
8:31:39 PM

 I asked co-workers to donate to my first 5k walk in the heart mini marathon in March. I asked for accessories for my wii fit +
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BRIOBRIO
1/5/2010
6:28:31 PM

 Heart rate monitor & socks suitable for running. I got both!!! I'm glad you reminded me about the reflective vest. I'm going to use my x-mas money and get one.
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BISSA7
1/5/2010
2:18:16 PM

 I didn't think to ask for any fitness gifts! I don't know why, but now I'm wishing I had!
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SPIFF37
1/5/2010
1:31:20 PM

 Yaktrax!!! They are rubber things to put around your shoes with tightly coiled springs criss-crossing the bottom of your shoe. I'm thrilled to be able to walk on snowy and icy streets like it's nothin'!
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MWOLFE7
1/5/2010
12:48:56 PM

 I asked for somewinter run gear and the nike+ ipod sports pack :)
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WELDINGGIRL
1/5/2010
6:58:19 AM

 I got a new jacket for cross country skiing now if only I can get some decent gloves...I go almost every day for about 2 hours
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LORIK4EVER
1/5/2010
4:55:33 AM

 I did not ask for anything. We decided with my husbands no gifts this year. I made a gift for myself and bought a Spark book.
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CONNIESUIT
1/4/2010
7:06:57 PM

 I asked for, and received, a Wii Fit Plus and Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2010.
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JNAUMAN
1/4/2010
12:11:44 PM

 Yes, I had a few workout things on my list -- heart monitor, Running book, etc.
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PAULASTRAS
1/4/2010
10:33:37 AM

 Yes, I did. A fruit basket, can never eat enough fruit, great for snacking.
A spa massager, that can be use in a chair or bed. Also gives heat.
Helps muscles to warm up and relax even if only for 20min. at a time.
I got both including a Spark Shirt.

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THESHRINKINLADY
1/4/2010
10:33:11 AM

 Yes! I asked for some kettlebells and a new heart rate monitor/calorie counter. My parents could only find one kettlebell, a 10 lb.-er. It came with an instructional DVD and workout DVD. I'm stoked about it. I'm pumped!
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CHILLGAL
1/4/2010
10:29:23 AM

 My husband and I were all about fitness this holiday season. I requested and received a running book, workout shirts, a yoga mat bag, and heart rate monitor. My husband got bike shorts, workout shirts, a biking magazine subscription, and a medicine ball. Yippee!
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ASWEDANCEAWAY
1/3/2010
9:18:04 PM

 I requested & received a 20lb weighted vest to use when I get on the elliptical. My friend had great success "fooling" her body using one of these. I used it tonight & noticed the extra struggle it gave me.
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