15 Affordable Gifts Under $90 on Amazon for the Athletes and Gym Rats in Your Life

Published Aug 18, 2025 9:00 pm ET


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I like to stay active, whether I’m ice skating, doing yoga or conquering the Stairmaster at the gym. So I also love to give and receive gifts that will help me continue on my fitness journey in staying active. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your favorite athlete, gym buff or fitness enthusiast, Amazon has a long list of great gifts that are super affordable.

For example, this comfortable yoga mat will help them master difficult poses and this mini stepper can help anyone reach their daily walking goals. Keep reading on for my top picks on the best gifts. The best part? They’re all under $90, and some are as low as $9.

15 Gifts Athletes and Fitness Enthusiasts Will Love

Exercise Equipment

  • Get Steps In: This number one bestselling Sunny Health & Fitness mini stepper will help them reach their goal of 10,000 steps a day. It holds up to 300 pounds and will help them tone their core, glutes and legs, burn calories and strengthen their muscles — just $45!
  • Muscle-Building: Buy these Amazon Basics dumbbells so they can build and flex their muscles. From one pound to 20, there are several weights to choose from, and each one has a non-slip neoprene texture that makes them easy to grip and move — just $13!
  • Lifting Weights: For a heavier lift, go with these 45-pound Amazon Basics rubber hex dumbbells. The non-slip metal handle makes it easy to lift while the rubber surface provides durability — just $57!
  • Step To It: For just $90, you can give your favorite person the gift of walking and getting their daily steps in with this under-desk walking pad. It reaches up to 3.8 miles per hour and has a large display for keeping track of your steps, calories burned, distance, speed and time — just $90!

Yoga and Pilates Equipment

  • Strike a Pose: If they love doing yoga, they’ll love this extra-thick Amazon Basics yoga mat that offers comfortable padded support, shock absorption and traction while they pose — just $22!
  • Pose and Balance: They can improve their balance and work out their core using this small exercise ball. The textured surface prevents them from falling while they work out it and comes in seven colors — just $9!
  • Feel the Burn: The yogis who have been using pillows and random items instead of blocks will love this set of pair of yoga blocks. It’ll help them stay balanced as they master pigeon pose, planks and more — just $16!
  • Stretch Like Mr. Fantastic: Perfect for yoga or any workout, these resistance bands will help them stretch their knees, back, legs and more. The five-pack includes light bands for beginners and medium and heavy bands for intermediate and advanced yoga and strength training — just $10!

Water Bottles

  • Take a Swig: This 32-ounce Hydro Flask Wide Flex water bottle will keep their drinks cold for 24 hours. Plus, the leakproof design and closeable straw make it easy to sip in between workouts — just $36!
  • A Popular Choice: Give them the gift of the popular Stanley Cup with this 40-ounce tumbler. Perfect for long gym sessions, it keeps drinks ice cold for 11 hours — just $45!
  • Stay Hydrated: For a more affordable option that your favorite athlete will still love, go with this 26-ounce water bottle. It has a spout and a straw, so they can easily take a swig on the basketball court or during a workout, and their water will stay cold for 24 hours — just $14!
  • Fill Up on H2o: Growing up, all of my favorite athletes had a Gatorade water bottle by their side, and the athlete in your life will love this one. The double-wall insulation keeps drinks colder longer and the wide-mouth cap makes it easy to take a sip and get back on the field or court — just $15!

Fitness Watches and Trackers

  • Fitness Tracker: This Fitbit Inspire 3 fitness watch is on sale for 20% off, and the perfect gift for anyone wanting to track their steps, take a look at their health insights or keep up with their heart rate — just $80!
  • Wear it Day and Night: An even more affordable option, this fitness watch is only $40 and allows them to track their heart rate, steps and sleep cycle. It even has nine sport modes, so they can use it while swimming, hiking, doing yoga and more — just $40!
  • Budget-Friendly: While the popular Oura Rings are well over $300, this affordable fitness ring is a friendlier alternative for your wallet. They can just slip it on and to track their blood pressure, oxygen levels, heart rate, steps and more. Plus, it includes eight sports modes for running, dancing, golf and more — just $54!
Lauryn Jiles

Lauryn Jiles

Author McClatchy Commerce

Lauryn Jiles is a Content Commerce Assistant at McClatchy. She is based in South Carolina and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Lauryn has written for numerous brands and is well-versed in the fashion, beauty, health, and lifestyle verticals. She enjoys yoga, coffee, fashion museums, sushi, and traveling.

Chase Clements

Chase Clements

Editor McClatchy Commerce

Based in Kansas City, Chase Clements is the Commerce Content Operations Manager. He has many years of experience as a Commerce Writer and Editor for McClatchy.