The best fitness gifts for Father’s Day

Music really can making work more enjoyable by reducing our perceived effort. If the dad you know is still messing around with the slippery buds that don’t make any noise, we recommend Beats Fit Pro. They are at the top of our list best workout headphones because they can handle sweat and rain and the wingtip design stays in place even during jogging and HIIT sessions. They also have one of the most natural-sounding transparency modes, which is crucial when dad is taking his fitness routine to the streets. As for sound quality, it’s solid: there’s plenty of bass and an overall balanced profile. Adaptive EQ doesn’t allow users to adjust the EQ like they can with other buds, but the dad who just wants to rock will appreciate the lack of futzing required.

Here at Engadget we have a few runners and when they put ideas together , made the cut. They taper an inch above the ankle so they don’t slip on the shoe like dad does. Plus, the moisture-wicking and breathable fabric feels great on the skin. We know socks can be a pain in the ass gift, but these are for real good socks.

The people in Spibelt discovered some kind of magical material to create their own . It manages to hold the phone and slim wallet close enough to the body that there’s no bouncing around while running, but it’s also comfortable enough that I forget I’m wearing it. Eco Spibelt is also made from 100 percent recycled materials. This would be a good addition to any dad’s kit, but especially for those who don’t make the leap to leave all their stuff at home before heading out for a 5K run.

Ours is common , because it tracks exercise and delivers essential health information in an understandable way. There’s built-in GPS to track runs and walks, and it’s quick enough to suggest tracking a workout when it automatically detects activity. Moreover, as an Apple accessory, it pairs deeply with the iPhone, delivering notifications and controlling many functions on the wrist. In fact, for the Series 9, Apple added onboard processing of Siri requests to respond to requests faster. The new Double Tap feature is also quite useful, allowing them to answer calls, start workouts and activate the phone’s camera with a simple hand gesture. Dads who already own an iPhone may appreciate this classic watch gift for 2024.

If the dad you’re shopping for doesn’t use an iPhone, an Apple Watch won’t do him any favors. Wearable For Android phones . It has excellent battery life and allows users to create their own workouts in addition to over 95 built-in workouts. Dad can even set a program to burn a certain amount of calories or take a certain number of steps – great for those who prefer a countdown to a countdown. The new watch can also help improve its overnight charging with sleep coaching tools, and with up to 40 hours of battery life (with the always-on display disabled), the watch will have enough juice to last until morning.

Some dads won’t need (or even want) a full-fledged smartwatch, and there are modest watches for them. . We like it because of its slim look and the way the company packs a fitness tracking experience into a device that costs around $150. It doesn’t have built-in GPS, so users must bring their phone on map runs and walks, but it charges for days and tracks heart rate and activity all day, as well as sleep data and plenty of exercise. choose from

If something happens to the bike while Dad is out for a ride, a compact multi-tool can be a lifesaver. we put in our guide because it’s handy and comes with just about everything you need to work on a bike, including several different sized hex keys and a chain tool. Even great for tuning and repairs in the garage. At just three inches long, it’ll easily stow away in a bike pack so it’s always ready – and isn’t preparation one of the lessons dads always try to teach us, anyway?

From tracking fitness progress to focusing on navigation, there are many reasons why cyclists want to keep a good eye on their phone while riding. Peak Design makes a number of different devices that work with model compatible phone cases. The keeps the phone firmly in front of the handlebars for easy viewing and can even be repositioned to film while riding – perfect for dad’s burgeoning YouTube adventure channel.

Another gift idea was received from us , , can hold three liters of stuff. It might not sound like a ton, but you’d be surprised what it goes with – a day’s worth of food or a rain cover and bike seat cover. There’s even a custom phone case (with a secure strap) and a rear-facing cargo strap for easy access to snacks. It’s made from recycled fabric that’s also waterproof, and the mounting system should fit most handlebars, from flat bars to cruisers. Ornot also uses a frame sheet in the bag’s construction to help it hold its shape and not bend.

Recovery can be just as important as the workout itself—at least, it’s more comfortable. We think does pieces of equipment for post-workout massage. The gun’s triangular design makes it easy to target hard-to-reach parts of the body, while four different attachments help dig deeper. There’s even an app to guide the massage routine in case dad is new to the percussive gun. Theragun claims the featured therapy is scientifically proven to do things like increase range of motion and “improve muscle performance,” but we love that it’s pretty cool to use. The Prime itself is also quieter than competing models, which is especially nice if you live with the dad you’re shopping for.

To Dad for recovery (despite the grunts) after a completely silent workout . Instead of a motor, the cylindrical piece of foam relies on the user’s body weight to loosen tight muscles. Low-tech doesn’t mean ineffective—we’ve found it works well on muscles all over the body—from shoulders and back to quads and calves.

Ours we called the richest feature of the group. If the dad in your life is getting serious about tracking his fitness journey, this scale will keep historical records of measurements like body fat, muscle mass, water weight, body fat mass, and bone mass. It can even calculate a person’s basal metabolic rate (which is caloric intake that does not result in weight change). The app also has a lot of statistics and exercises for him to explore. One of the things we loved most about the smart scale was how easy it was to use, so dad could see his health insights without a ton of preamble.

There are a ton of fitness apps out there, but not all of the apps we recommend are truly gifted. AllTrails+ not only is it an indispensable companion for any father who likes to walk, but you can get a year’s access for $36. This would make a great gift for a dad who already uses the free version. And from my experience, the paid plan is worth it. One bonus is the wrong turn signals, which saved me from going the wrong way a few times. The paid plan also includes a Live Share feature that generates downloadable maps and a unique URL so that friends and family can view real-time location and activity statistics while Dad uses the app on his hike.

Another program we , , offers a large and constantly updated selection of workout classes covering HIIT, strength, core, yoga, running and many more styles. It’s ideal for the dad who wants to get fit but has little desire to hit the gym – and most workouts require little more than a mat and a pair of shorts. Depending on how much time he has in the day, he can choose classes based on duration (or difficulty or intensity), and there are even meditation sessions if being a dad ever gets too much. You can gift six months for $78 or one year for $130.