If you're searching for a gift for your dad's birthday, Father’s Day or a seasonal holiday, gifts that can help him stay healthy and vibrant for years to come are a great option.
Instead of giving the man in your life another tie or pair of slippers, consider these 12 healthy gift ideas.
1. Fitness Tracker
If he doesn’t already have one, consider a wearable fitness tracker, such as a Fitbit or Apple Watch.
These wearable devices can help him keep track of his steps, measure his heart rate and log his exercise. Many of the more advanced fitness trackers also include features that can monitor blood pressure, measure blood oxygen levels and keep track of sleep patterns to help him gauge his overall health every day.
“Because movement is vital to heart health, a fitness tracker will help keep your father’s heart strong and ensure he gets the recommended 30 to 45 minutes of moderate intensity exercise (working hard to raise your heart rate and breaking a sweat) every day,” says Dr. Kinjan Parikh, a cardiologist at NYU Langone Health in New York.
With all the helpful features, he can get the most out of the fitness tracker by wearing it regularly.
