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The Manual Gift Guide: The Jock

By Ann Binlot Published August 6, 2021

He loves watching sports as much as he loves to work out. You know the guy. He can’t stay away the latest scores and needs to work out regularly to stay fit. Get him something that you know will make him excited.

For the Guy Who Likes Grooming: Jack Black Dry Down Powder
This powder will keep him dry and smelling fresh, so you don’t have to put up with any of that post-workout B.O. funk.

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For the Runner: Nike Shield Flash Running Jacket
This jacket will make sure that everybody knows he’s coming, thanks to its super cool reflective powers.

For the Swimmer: Speedo Aquabeat 2.0 Waterproof MP3 Player
Now he can bob his head to those beats while swimming his laps.

For the Buff Dude: Dragon Door Kettle Bells
He’ll be able to keep those muscles in prime shape thanks to these weights.

For the Gym Addict: Hydracoach Water Bottle
He’ll be able to track his activity and stay hydrated with this water bottle.

For the Tailgater: All-in-One Tailgating Kit
This all-in-one kit will give him everything he needs for tailgating before the big game.

For the Guy Who Loves Tracking His Times: Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband
This wristband will tell him just how far he’s come.

For the Music Lover: Bose SIE2 Sport Headphones
These durable headphones will go with him on the treadmill or the track.

Clockwise, L-R: Jack Black Dry Down Powder, $19 at getjackblack.com; Nike Shield Flash Running Jacket, $350 at store.nike.com; Speedo Aquabeat 2.0 Waterproof MP3 Player, $119.99 at speedousa.com; Dragon Door Kettle Bells, prices vary at dragondoor.com; Hydracoach Water Bottle, $29.99 at sportline.com; All-in-One Tailgating Kit, $139.99 at bedbathandbeyond.com; Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband, $99 at amazon.com; Bose SIE2 Sport Headphones, $107.95 at bose.com.

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Ann Binlot is a New York-based freelance writer who contributes to publications like The Economist, Wallpaper*, Monocle…

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