By Bri Groves, Swimming World Intern.
It’s the holiday season and you’re looking for the perfect present for your swimmer, right? Have no fear, here are some holiday gift ideas for your favorite swimmer!
1. Fun holiday caps
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Festive caps are a great way to celebrate the season while continuing to work hard in the pool. These caps come in a variety of materials, brands, and images and are great inexpensive stocking stuffers!
2. Swim ornaments
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Decorate the Christmas tree with an ornament expressing your shared love for swimming. Ornaments can be a great stand-alone gift that doesn’t break your budget or they can be added to a larger assortment of presents for a festive athletic touch.
3. Parkas perfect for stomach sledding
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Parkas are a great way to keep your swimmer warm all through the season and come with some added benefits. Try using your parka for stomach sledding, snow angels, or simply as your winter coat. Parkas are an investment beyond the walk to and from the pool.
4. High protein baked goods
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Baked goods are a yummy and always welcomed gift for the hungry swimmer. Add protein into this combination and your swimmer is sure to show some appreciation. Try these high protein muffins or get started in the kitchen with your own recipe!
5. Food in general
Swimmers burn calories and work up large appetites. While it may not be the traditional present per say, treating your swimmer to a meal and sharing this experience will create lasting memories and maybe even traditions for next holiday season.
6. An extra-large winter hat
Hats are great for preventing hair freezing disasters on cold winter days. Gift a hat with a fun pattern or color to add personality to your swimmer’s wardrobe.
7. Sunscreen – For training trip!
Help swimmers soak up vitamin D while preventing sun burns. Sunscreen is an ironic winter gift that’s sure to make people giggle.
8. A Netflix account
Swimmers don’t have much free time, but lounging is often an after-practice necessity. Help your swimmers, and maybe some friends, keep up with their favorite series, movies, or just enjoy an excuse to be on the couch.
9. Fuzzy socks
Fuzzy socks keep toes warm and swimmers happy. They can also act as great stocking supplements! Fill them with small goodies and wait for them to find the surprise.
10. A roller or a tennis ball
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For the tired and aching body, rolling is an easy method to relieve knots and prevent injury. Pick up a roller, or for a more compact and less expensive option, try a tennis ball.
11. The newest team apparel
Getting dressed in team apparel not only looks classy, it creates a sense of unity. Help your swimmer save on expenses by offering to purchase an item.
12. A motivational poster
It takes dedication to spend countless hours in the pool. Help your swimmer stay enthusiastic with a motivational poster or picture.
13. A jumbo pack of razors
Swimming cycles between large periods of hair growth and massive shaving initiatives. For these taper moments, a razor or two come in handy.
14. A new tech suit
If you’re looking for a large gift item for a competitive swimmer, speed suits are important and fit the description. Most brands have a winter and after holidays sale that can help lower the cost.
15. Holiday playlist for practice
Music is correlated with faster swimming. A holiday playlist is a perfect gift for the entire practice group to enjoy. Read more about music and fast swimming here.
16. Extra protein powder
Swimmers need lots of protein and it often comes in the form of powder and shakes. You can find most brands on sale for the holiday and end of year, so you’ll save yourself and the gift recipient money.
17. A new mesh bag
Mesh bags receive frequent wear and tear. A new mesh bag is a great small gift. To make it a larger present, fill the bag and save the trouble of wrapping extra items.
18. An extra warm towel
With swimming comes water and a frequent need to be dry and warm. A decent towel is a necessity for every swimmer.
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Crystal Lamwanna get me a new racingsuit 😉
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