Here’s What Christmas Gifts To Buy For The Woman In Your Life Who Loves Weightlifting

Niche, maybe. But if you know, you know.

Weight lifting products

by Georgia Aspinall |
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Buying Christmas presents for someone is a lot easier when they have a hobby, but when you have no clue what that hobby is, what they use to do it and why the hell they like it - well, that makes things a whole lot more difficult. And when it comes to weightlifting, there's an extra level of confusion, because there are just so many darn products to choose from.

Whether it's workout gear, fitness accessories or protein-infused snacks, there are a ton of products that promise to spark joy in the lives of weightlifters. But actually, anyone who has done it for more than one day knows, half of them aren't as great as they seem. Great looking leggings turn out to be non squat-proof, expensive tools you're told you desperately need end up absolutely pointless and that 'PROTEIN PACKED' chocolate bar you've seen everywhere actually just has as much extra protein as a dairy milk.

Luckily for you, I've been a weightlifting convert for so long that I've tried and tested way more than my fair share of products. At one point, I had a monthly budget for protein cookies (no regrets). And so, i've put together a dream Christmas list for any weightlifter - trust me, with these items you'll not only be making their Christmas but their entire year...

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The best gifts for women who weightlift - Grazia

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MyProtein Pancake Bundle

Nothing says love like gifting your fitness fanatic partner protein-based treats, with protein pancakes high up on any weightlifters cooking wish list. This bundle contains: Crunchy Peanut Butter, 500g Pancake mix (choose from Chocolate, Golden Syrup and Unflavoured) and Sugar-free Syrup (choose from Chocolate, Butterscotch, Maple and Rasbery).

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Marshall Motif A.N.C Wireless Headphones  

Marshall has taken design cues from the belief that you don’t have to sacrifice style for function. The Motif A.N.C are subtle and sleek, whilst boasting 20 hours of portable play time and delivering thunderous sound with their active noise cancellation features, making them the perfect buy for busy gym-goers who want to block out any external distractions.

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TALA Athleisure, £25-40

If you're looking for the perfect gift you can also feel good about, look no further. TALA isn't just the coolest new gym-wear (that you've probably seen all over Instagram), it's also completely sustainable. The products are made from factory off-cuts, packaged in recycled and recyclable material, plus you can even plant the tags and watch them grow into living, breathing organisms. Yes, really.The designs are loved by fitness influencers, not just for their flattering fit but also how squat and sweat proof they are. I tried the Zinnia legging and Zahara bra and can confirm I've never felt more confident in the gym.Plus, when you buy this brand you're also supporting powerhouse entrepreneur Grace Beverley, who at 22 years old already owns three successful businesses. Need we say more?

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Theragun G3PRO, £549

The Theragun G3PRO is a professional deep-muscle massage tool. Essentially, it's a high powered foam roller that can reach deeper into the muscle. In 30 seconds, it can activate muscles for a better mind-muscle connection during workouts, and in two minutes, relieve soreness and lactic acid build-up in the same way a foam roller does. The biggest difference, this is no where near as painful as a foam roller. Whoever you buy this for will thank you endlessly, unless your the one using it on them of course. With that in mind, I would recommend buying this for someone who does have someone to use it on them. Having tried it myself, it can be hard to reach the hamstrings and calves or apply enough pressure to feel it deep in the muscle (bare in mind, I am just a winer when it comes to pain) Having tried both foam rollers and the Theragun G3PRO, I would say this is best suited to advanced weightlifters and professional athletes. So, if you have a fitness-obsessed tech-lover in the family who wants to upgrade their regime, this would be perfect.

Nike Metcon 5 Training Shoe, £114.955 of 18

Nike Metcon 5 Training Shoe, £114.95

Finding the best shoes to lift in can be a minefield, regardless of how advanced you are. The Nike Metcon 5 trainer is Nike's best weightlifting shoe yet. Specifically designed for heavy lifting and durability, this shoe has a wide heel to improve stability, better grips for rope-climbing and a sofer more flexible forefoot to add confort and protection doing high-impact movements. In fact, it even includes a hyperlift insert that gives lifters more stability with heavy lifts (a higher offset helps maintain heel-to-ground contact and balance). This is the dream trainer for any weightlifter.

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Shreddy App Subscription, £79.99 annually

The most exciting fitness app, Shreddy combines every individual health app you could want into one. It's an exercise guide, a nutrition plan and a fitness community all at the same time. Not only are the meal-plans all costed - and altered to your budget - they're entirely vegan, literally doing all of the hard work for you. I've been trying out the exercise regimes for two weeks now and continue to be surprised by just how much it's improved my routine. You can easily track your strength progress, time your rest properly and keep mixing up your regime to prevent a boredom-fueled plateau. While weightlifting lovers definitely don't need a fitness app to progress, this does make it a ton easier and will be a welcome gift in anyones Christmas basket.

Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones, £219.957 of 18

Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones, £219.95

There are certain earphones that are good for different types of workout, but the Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones are considered the best overall workout headphones by a number of experts. The sound quality is excellent with ideal noise cancellation, and the controls easy to use - but the best part about these earphones is that they can't be shaken out of your ears, and when you do take them out? They have smart play and pause - meaning you literally never miss a beat. Nor will they falter in water (they're waterproof) and they have nine-hours battery life. But if you do run out, the case holds two extra charges.

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Lululemon In Movement Leggings, £88

A luxury gift for any weightlifter, lululemon leggings are a head above the rest when it comes to quality, comfort and everything-proofness (squat-proof, sweat-proof, life-proof, essentially.) The In Movement Everlux Tights were specifically designed for heavy sessions, with fabric that both stretches easily and dries quickly. Whether your doing an intense HIIT session or bashing out a squat PB, these leggings are what you need. And with a price-tag like that, they make the perfect gift.

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Smeg Retro Juicer

There’s nothing more refreshing than a homemade orange juice, particularly after an intense workout. Smeg’s citrus juicer has been developed to squeeze every last drop of juice out of both large and small fruits directly into a glass hassle-free. A pop up spout prevents the juice from dripping or spilling while allowing liquid to pour easily and quickly. Remove the juicer’s multi-purpose protective lid and it doubles up as a bowl for fruit or peel.

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Nike Training Gloves, £15.95

Training gloves are an often overlooked essential for women who weight lift. Which means one thing: the gift receiver will most likely not have them and also be eternally grateful. You'll be giving the gift of easier lifting aka heavier weights PLUS no more callusy hands. Honestly, these gloves a lifesaver Christmas or not...

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MyProtein Everyday Bundle

Impact Whey Protein shake is the tastiest out there, and paired with a Layered Bar is what our dreams are made of! This pack includes Impact Whey Protein (250g) (Flavours: Vanilla, Chocolate Brownie, Cookies n Cream, Chocolate Smooth, and Unflavoured) as well as the Layered Bar Variety Box and a Shaker.

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Gymshark set, £30+

If there's one brand that's bound to bring a smile to the face of any gym-lover, it's Gymshark. The notorious influencer favourite is like a uniform for any gym bunny, male or female. There's a reason for that: the stuff is excellent. Comfy, squat-proof and the most flattering of all gymwear on the market, the popularity is understandable as soon as you slip on a pair of their leggings. The pictured set is part of their Geo Seamless collection, but any Gymshark legging is bound to be a welcome gift under the tree.

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BarebellsProtein Bar Bundle, £23.95

Barebells are God Tier when it comes to protein bars. Not only do they actually taste like a real chocolate bar, they have more protein (36g) than carbohydrates (30g) or fats (12g). Basically, you can meet your macro-nutrient goal with this bar without compromising on taste, the dream. Of course, all that goodness comes at a price and makes the 12 bar bundle the perfect Christmas treat.

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Grenade Carb Killa Advent Calendar, £44.99

When I tell you there's an advent calendar for every type of person, this is what I mean. The Grenade Carb Killa advent calendar is music to any weightlifters ears. With this 24-bar calendar your gym bunny friend can indulge in all the fun Christmas has to offer without sacrificing any macro goals. While eating chocolate shouldn't be considered a guilty pleasure, with these bars containing minimum 20g of protein, you can actually meet your goals and lick your lips while doing it.

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B_ND Bundle, £35

I like to call this the glute holy trinity - basically, it's a necessity for any leg day lover. A barbell pad is essential for hip thrusts, a resistance band ideal for easy glute activation and an ankle strap necessary for all things cable-related, be it kick backs, standing abductions or lateral lunges. Many gyms don't have barbell pads or ankle straps, but one thing they're bound not to have is a resistance band of this quality. I bought the B_ND band back when they were branded GraceFit (yes, this is another of Grace Beverley's babies, can I help that the woman shits gold?!) and over a year later it's still an essential in my gym bag. This truly is the gift that keeps on giving.

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Nike Pro Shorts, £34.95

It might be winter right now, but the gym sees no seasons. The Nike Pro short is ideal for comfort, airflow and support, perfect to be worn underneath gym wear or alone.

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Contigo Matterhorn Bottle

Adorned with marble patterns and metallic coatings, Contigo’s Matterhorn bottle is ideal for those looking chic in the gym. Its Thermalock vacuum-insulated stainless steel construction keeps drinks icy cold for up to 24 hours or hot for up to 10 hours. The tethered lid is leak-proof and the spout twists off to allow for easy cleaning and adding ice cubes.

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Smeg Blender

The perfect tool for prepping a breakfast smoothie, a post-workout super juice or a hearty lunchtime soup, Smeg's jug blender blitzes ingredients together in seconds. Equipped with three functions; an ice crusher, a smoothie setting for thick and creamy shakes and a pulse function to speed up as and when necessary with the touch of a button.

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