: Christmas 2010 Gift Ideas for Triathletes
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A triathlete competes in a combination of running, swimming and cycling competitions. If you have such a seasoned athlete on your Christmas 2010 gift list, then you may want to get him or her something related to their physical endeavors.
Bicycle
A triathlete may appreciate a new bicycle if he or she has need for one. Of course this is a relatively expensive gift, but if you have the budget it may be most appreciated. A lot of triathletes are very particular in the type of bicycle that they use, so you may want to share your idea for a gift with them so that they can pick out the exact vehicle that they want.
Training sessions
A lot of triathletes are amateurs. They may like some personal training sessions to become in better shape or help them get ready for a particular competition. There are many people who offer personal training, and a local gym will usually be able to recommend someone.
Workout Apparel
A lot of triathletes are constantly working out. They may need some clothing to exercise in. You can get something made of special material to keep one cool such as a shirt from Under Armour. You could get him or her a bathing suit to use while practicing swimming.
Book
There are many books that a triathlete may find useful for his or her training. These are geared towards people of different skills and experience. You could consider Triathlete’s Training Bible by Friel, Training for Triathletes by S. Hagerman, or Woman Triathlete by Gandolfo. You could also get a subscription to Triathlete Magazine.
Exercise equipment
There are many pieces of exercise equipment that a triathlete may find useful in helping them train. They may like a weight machine or some weightlifting equipment.
Membership to a gym
A triathlete may like to join a gym but not be able to afford it. If you can, then this could be a great gift for them. You may want to get one that can help them with their needs as a triathlete such as one that has a full track and a swimming pool with lanes. Make sure that you can afford to pay for a decent sized membership so they do not need to quit immediately.
There are many great gifts that you can purchase for a triathlete. Try the above ideas when deciding what to get for such an athlete for Christmas of 2010.