Written By: Kriti Saraswat | Updated : August 6, 2013 11:54 AM IST
Father's Day is just around the corner (June 16, Sunday) and you may be looking for a gift idea to make the day special for your dad. Your father has taken care of you, showered you with love and taught many life lessons and this is a day to show him your love and care. As it is rightly said, 'health is wealth' and this Father's Day let your dad know how much he means to you by getting him a healthy gift. We have compiled a list of our top 10 healthy gift ideas to help you make your choice.
Earphones
Exercising or jogging alone can be boring and be one of the reasons to stop going to the gym or park. Music certainly helps to cut this boredom out. So this Father's Day, buy him a good pair of headphones. Nowadays, you can find headphones which are especially designed for workouts so that the wire does not slip out of your ear while running. They also come with other cool features like armbands, integrated smart remotes, sweat resistance, etc. You even get waterproof earphones which can be worn while swimming. There are a number of brands to choose from like Sony, Bose, Sennheiser.
Heart rate monitors and pedometers
Heart rate monitors also make for a good gift for your dad. They help one monitor their heart rate which can come in handy while working out. Even if he does not suffer from any heart condition, it is still advised to use it when exercising. One can strap it on like a wrist watch and monitor one's heart rate from time to time. You can find many with advanced features like breathing rate, speed and distance, calories burnt, etc. Shop at Flipkart or Healthkart.
Pedometers also come in handy when walking or jogging as it gives an accurate count of the number of steps you've walked. According to experts, 10,000 steps every day are enough to keep you fit. So get one for your dad this Father's Day.
Fitness wear and gears
Another good way to give your dad the push to start his fitness regimen is by gifting him fitness wear T-shirts, track pants, sweatshirts, shorts, etc.
And if this doesn't appeal to him, you can even get home fitness kits and gears like pull-up bars, dumbbells, stationary bicycle, etc. You can buy these from sports brands like Planet Sports or from online shopping sites like Flipkart.
Jogging/running shoes
If you think these gift items are all too fancy for your dad, stick to the basics. Get him new jogging or running shoes. You will be surprised at the choices you have in the market so take out time for shopping or take your dad along with you and get him a pair of his choice. Some popular brands are Nike, Adidas, Puma and Reebok.
Annual health check-ups
Staying fit by exercising and working out is good but an annual health check-up is also vital to find out about any hidden illnesses that a person may be suffering from. Make sure your father and your entire family gets one done. You can gift one to your father this year. There are many companies that have a pan India presence and offer good deals on full-body checkups. Here are a few to choose from Metropolis, Thyrocare, Healthkart.
Yoga class/gym membership
Move away from traditional gifts and give your father a year-long membership to a gym or a yoga class. Since it is a gift, he will not be able to decline it and in the bargain, will get fitter. Finding something close to his workplace or residence is a good idea as he won't miss any class then. Gym chains like Gold's and Talwalkars offer gym as well as yoga classes.
Gaming consoles
A slightly offbeat present for Father's Day but gaming isn't just for kids. You may have seen many celebrities like SRK or Saif talking about their love for games and how they even compete with their kids. This is a good gift as it will keep your father mentally agile. These days, gaming consoles like Xbox and Nintendo Wii have an entire fitness section and games like tennis, cricket, etc which allow you to move around instead of lying on the sofa. This will help one get fit in their living room whilst having fun.
Board games
Exercising the mind is as important as is engaging in physical activity and if a gaming console isn't in your budget or your dad isn't too tech-savvy, stick to board games. You can get him chess or even monopoly that the entire family can play once in a while. Jigsaw puzzles are another great option.
Health books
Gaining knowledge about a subject is the first step to getting closer to your goal and books are an excellent source for this. If your dad is not a fitness enthusiast yet, get him started by gifting him health and fitness books so that he learns more about and gets inspired to get back in shape.
Healthy gift hamper
Gift hampers are a nice way to show your dad your love. You could pack all his favourite goodies in it and present it to him but make sure you pick only healthy products. Balisur tea has various flavoured teas like vazar irish cream, mojito, etc and makes for a good gift. If he is fond of red wine, you could get him a bottle as it is good for health. Another good option is to gift him a spa massage. Richfeel has introduced sports therapies for men to relieve muscular stiffness, stress and relax the body.
We hope these healthy gift ideas will help you pick a good present for your dad for Father's Day. Let him know how special he is to you by caring for his health.
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