If anyone was to peek inside my closet or dresser drawers, they’d be able to guess that I’ve been a yoga and group fitness instructor for the past decade-plus without a second glance. They might not even need to snoop behind closed doors: as soon as you walk into my home, you’re met with a host of fitness equipment I’ve collected over the years. I’ve also coached my son’s soccer team for the past six years, and as you can imagine I’ve collected quite a bit of gear in that regard as well. All that to say, I’m never surprised when people ask me where I got my latest workout set, or what home gym equipment I’d recommend, or when fellow soccer coaches ask for recommendations on training equipment or protective gear for their players. I know my fitness products.

That makes the holiday season particularly fun for me. Of course, not all of my friends and family want a wellness-y gift. But when they do, my expertise comes in super handy. All I have to do is think about my personal favorite products, then consider my recipient — are they a fitness beginner? A gym class queen? A yogi? A runner? A fellow instructor?

Stay with me as I take you on a ride through my must-have products from Alo Yoga, Amazon, and more. These are all things I’ve not only purchased for myself but for family and friends as well. Whether you’re shopping for a loved one who’s looking to stay cute while they workout, develop an exercise habit, add to their home gym collection, or take their training to the next level, you’ll find a gift recommendation that’s sure to elicit an, “I needed this!” And what better reaction could you ask for?