Finding the perfect gift for a CrossFitter is hard. CrossFitters are picky about their gear, their clothes, and their shoes—that’s why I’m bringing you this guide to the best gifts for CrossFitters as a CrossFit Level 1 coach and longtime CrossFit enthusiast. By the end of it, you’ll have plenty of birthday and holiday gift ideas for the functional fitness fanatic in your life.
Best Budget Gifts for CrossFitters
WOD Nation Speed Jump Rope
This inexpensive jump rope comes with two cables and a carrying bag.
Rogue Gym Towel
This Rogue Fitness towel will be there when your CrossFitter needs to lap up their sweat.
Liquid Grip Liquid Gym Chalk
One small drop of this liquid chalk keeps your hands grippy for several sets of work.
Goat Tape
Lifting tape will help the CrossFitter in your life protect their skin from rips and tears.
Best Splurge Gifts for CrossFitters
Rogue Echo Bike
A CrossFitter might hate you for this gift, which is why you should do it.
Concept2 RowErg
The Concept2 RowErg is the gift that keeps on giving (by improving fitness, of course).
Titan Fitness X-3 Series Power Rack
The Titan X-3 Series Power Rack has everything a CrossFitter needs for CrossFitting.
Best Apparel Gifts for CrossFitters
Reebok Nano X5 Edge
Reebok Nanos have proven time and again that they’re versatile, comfortable, and durable.
Nike Romaleos 4
The Nike Romaleos 4 are some of the best weightlifting shoes on the market.
lululemon Wunder Train Shorts
Shorts that won’t ride up, slide down, or suffocate your legs? Yes please.
Bearbottom Atlas Shorts
These are a staff favorite thanks to their flexible and athletic fit.
Best Home Gym Gifts for CrossFitters
REP Fitness GHD
If your CrossFitter is currently building out a home gym, a GHD is a great gift.
Synergee 3-in-1 Plyo Box
This 3-in-1 plyo box is great for CrossFitters of all levels and abilities.
Fringe Sport Wonder Bar
The Wonder Bar comes in 20-kg and 15-kg options and is designed to withstand heavy use.
GIANT V3 Kettlebells
The GIANT V3 kettlebells are available in any weight you might need for the daily WOD.
Rogue Medicine Balls
Used for wall-ball shots, medicine balls are a must-have for CrossFit.
REP Fitness Ergo Hex Dumbbells
We love dumbbells that are reasonably priced and have knurled handles.
Fringe Sport Bumper Plates
Fringe Sport Black Bumper Plates have low bounce and high durability.
Titan Fitness Elite Series Flat Bench
For the one time a year CrossFitters bench press, they’ll need a flat bench.
Best Accessory Gifts for CrossFitters
5.11 Taconic Weight Vest
The 5.11 Taconic Weight Vest will stand up to the test of time.
Rogue Fitness OSO Collars
Good barbell collars can make it much easier to change weights quickly.
5.11 RUSH 24 2.0 Backpack
The 5.11 RUSH 24 backpack is perfect for organizing a CrossFitter’s gear.
2POOD Straight Weightlifting Belt
The 2POOD Straight Belt allows you to complete any WOD with ease.
Rogue JUNK Big Bang Lite Headband
JUNK headbands can help keep sweat from dripping down your face during a WOD.
JerkFit WODies Gymnastics Grips
These offer both a wrist wrap component and hand protection.
Rogue Fitness Blender Bottle
Your favorite CrossFit fanatic will love the Rogue branding.
Element 26 Knee Sleeves
These sleeves are ideal for those heavy squat days.
Best Tech Gifts for CrossFitters
Whoop Strap 4.0
This fitness tracker records effort, recovery, heart rate, and a number of other variables.
JBL Flip 6 Speaker
For those who work out in a home gym, a gym speaker is a must.
GymNext Flex Timer
For EMOMs, workouts for time, or AMRAPs, you’ll need a clock that’s easy to read.
Best Programming Gifts for CrossFitters
Street Parking Membership
Street Parking offers several tracks for different goals and equipment availability.
Train Hard membership
Train Hard was created by Jason Khalipa, former CrossFit Games athlete.
Aerobic Capacity Program by Chris Hinshaw
Follow Chris Hinshaw if you want to increase your cardiovascular fitness.
Best Nutrition Gifts for CrossFitters
ButcherBox Subscription
Get butcher-quality meat delivered straight to your door.
Factor
Factor can help your CrossFitter meet nutrition targets and save time and energy.
Nutricost Creatine Monohydrate
Nutricost’s creatine monohydrate is pure and inexpensive; you can’t go wrong with it.
Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein
High protein content, yummy flavors, and third-party testing? Sign us up.
LMNT Electrolyte Powder Packets
LMNT can help you stay hydrated when you work out in a hot warehouse.
Case of Cellucor C4 Energy Drink
These contain three of the best pre-workout ingredients for improved performance.
Other Gift Ideas for CrossFitters
We’ve spent years compiling guides to the best strength equipment, cardio equipment, sports nutrition supplements, workout apparel, and accessories. If none of the above gifts for CrossFitters struck a chord with you, check out our other guides to various equipment types.
What to Look for in Gifts for CrossFitters
There are a few key categories to search in when looking for CrossFit gift ideas.
Equipment Gifts
An equipment gift can be extremely helpful if the recipient is building out a home gym or occasionally works out somewhere other than their usual box. While I’m sure anyone would appreciate a Rogue Echo Bike or a REP PR-4000 squat rack, equipment gifts don’t have to be so expensive. A set of resistance bands or a medicine ball can go a long way, too.
Apparel Gifts
CrossFitters need (want) more clothes, always. Sports bras, booty shorts, and tank tops are great ideas for those who identify as ladies, while t-shirts, muscle tanks, and board short-like training shorts are great for those who wear male clothing. Socks and training shoes are always a great choice, too.
Supplement Gifts
Most CrossFit athletes would love a tub of protein or creatine powder as a gift. Supplements can be really helpful for improving performance and building muscle, which, of course, is a goal for the majority of CrossFitters. These are good fitness gifts in general, for CrossFit athletes but also powerlifters and Olympic weightlifting enthusiasts
Accessory Gifts
CrossFit accessories include things like barbell collars, weightlifting belts, weighted vests, sunglasses, hats, headbands, lifting straps, grips, and wrist wraps. All of these items can help with performance in various ways and are some of the best CrossFit gifts.
Fun Gifts
A small, fun gift like bumper plate coasters or a knurled bottle opener is sure to leave a long-lasting positive impression on a CrossFitter.
FAQs: Best Gifts for CrossFitters
To wrap up, here are some FAQs about CrossFit and related equipment and accessories.
What do I need to buy for CrossFit?
The minimum you need for a CrossFit workout is a good pair of shoes, socks, clothes to train in, and a water bottle with water. There are plenty of bodyweight workouts you can do. However, a comprehensive CrossFit setup would include gym equipment like a barbell, bumper plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, a pull-up bar, gymnastics rings, and a GHD, along with accessories.
What do you get someone who goes to the gym?
People who work out appreciate fitness-oriented gifts. It can be something functional, like a pair of training socks, or something fun, like a set of bumper plate-themed drink coasters. Supplements and apparel are also good options.
RELATED: Best Gifts for Weightlifters
Are CrossFitters really the fittest?
CrossFitters are very versatile, let’s put it that way. Elite CrossFitters are definitely some of the most fit people on the planet, regardless of your definition of “fit.” But in general, a CrossFit athlete, even a very good one, won’t perform better than a specialist in that specialist’s sport. For instance, an experienced CrossFitter could perform a triathlon and finish with a pretty good time—but they’re not going to beat triathletes who have spent years training for that specific event. It’s all about what “fit” means to you.
