5 Under $25

5 Under $25: Top Fitness Gear for Quick & Easy Workouts

family & you

Kelly Roberson

Tips

That New Year’s resolution to get in shape? You can do it—without spending a ton of time or money. These five fitness tools are wallet-friendly and super-easy to fit workouts into your day.

1.  3-Piece Mini Resistance Bands Set with Workout Book

Slim and packable, each of these three toning and strengthening bands offers a different level of resistance, so you can adjust your workout at home or when you’re traveling (#noexcuses). Includes a workout book with step-by-step exercise instructions and illustrated how-tos for good form

2.  Jump Rope

The jump rope skills you practiced on the playground (how long ago?!) can really pay off.&nbsp; (A 150-pound person can burn nearly 150 calories in 10 minutes, research shows.) This one comes in a cheery (motivating!) neon green, with comfy padded handles.

3. Sunny Health & Fitness Chest Expander

Scrolling through Instagram while watching&nbsp;NCIS&nbsp;is productivity, in a way—but a better use of multi-tasking TV time? Doing some resistance training. This tool strengthens your entire upper body in just a few minutes, so it’s an easy way tackle some toning.

4.  Everflex Fitness Ball

A staple for Pilates and core workouts, this adjustable fitness ball (for people from 5 feet to 6 feet tall) helps you target a variety of muscle groups, depending on the exercise (we’re thinking, stability ball planks). Plus, it challenges your stability and helps improve balance.

5.  Dragonfly™ Yoga 8-Foot Cotton D-Ring Strap

Feeling flexible? This strap is designed to assist with any stretch, from advanced yoga poses (like dancer’s pose) to simpler moves like touching your toes. Wrap the strap around your foot or ankle (use the d-ring to tighten), and pull the other end gently. Because it’s eight feet long, even tall people will have plenty of leverage. Comes in purple and black.

Home & Decorating

Dana Eisenberg

Outdoor

5 Under $25: Doormats

They say you only get one chance to make a good first impression. In the case of your home, your doormat is that first impression. It&rsquo;s important to do it right, and the great news is, you can get one that&rsquo;s both functional and great-looking without breaking the bank. Here are a few of our favorites for under $25.

Mohawk Watermaster 15-Inch x 35-Inch Runner

This one is simple and does the trick. By trick, we mean it traps dirt and debris. It&rsquo;s made of 100% polypropylene with a recycled rubber backing. This one is a great all-purpose utility mat that works well indoors or out.

Farmhouse Family Welcome Doormat

If you&rsquo;re going for something welcoming and personal, we love this rustic-style mat. It can be customized with any text you&rsquo;d like, and you can choose from five different background colors. Your doormat, your way.

First Concept Inc. Tulip Welcome 18" x 30" Multicolor Coir Door Mat

Who doesn&rsquo;t love tulips? This mat is bright and cheerful.

Calloway Mills Wipe Your Paws 17" x 29" Coir Door Mat

If you want your doormat to scream &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve got a good sense of humor and also love dogs,&rdquo; this is the mat for you. And really, that&rsquo;s pretty much the vibe we should all be going for.

Dynamic Rugs Vale 18" x 30" Hello Border Coir Door Mat

This mat says &ldquo;hello&rdquo; on it, which is pretty self explanatory. What&rsquo;s not self explanatory is that it&rsquo;s made of coir, a durable fiber that helps scrape dirt off shoes. It&rsquo;s also absorbent and weather resistant.

Back to School

5 Under $25: Back-to-School Picks

Between school supplies, extracurricular activities, and sports, and that brand new outfit for the first day, there&rsquo;s a lot to assemble to get your family ready for the first school bell.

We picked out our favorite great-quality items under $25 that will take your little student through the school year (and years to come) in style!

SKIP*HOP® Zoo Packs Little Kid Backpacks

Look good, feel good, right? Going to school can be scary, especially for youngsters. A colorful, fun backpack in the shape of their favorite animal is a great way to get kids excited, and maybe relieve some of the anxiety that comes with being away from home all day. Best of all, the backpack is functional, too. It has a roomy main pocket, an insulated front snack pouch, and an adjustable mesh bottle pocket. The straps are adjustable and padded as well, so kids will be comfy!

Manna Water Bottles

We love Manna water bottles for kids and adults of all ages. They&rsquo;ll keep your cold drinks cold for 24 hours, and hot drinks hot for 12, so kids can stay hydrated throughout the long school day. Bonus: They come in great designs, and there&rsquo;s a bottle for every style!

Fit and Fresh® Bento Lunch Box Kit

Bento box lunches are great. They allow for meal-making creativity and variety, and help keep everything organized. Use the main pocket for a sandwich or protein-packed main, and the two smaller sections for fruits and veggies, plus a dessert on special days. The lid on this box also has an ice pack compartment, which will help food stay fresh until it&rsquo;s time to eat!

Stasher Reusable 15-Oz Silicone Food Storage Bag

For a long day, snacks are a must! Instead of using single-use plastic bags, go with something more sustainable. We love Stasher Reusable Silicone Food Storage Bags. When closed, they&rsquo;re airtight to help preserve freshness, and at the end of the day you can pop them in the dishwasher for an easy clean. Stock up on a bunch so you&rsquo;ll always have one ready!

Modern Name Canvas Pencil Case

It&rsquo;s tough to keep track of things like pencils, scissors, and tape without a pencil case. This one can be customized with your kid&rsquo;s name, as well as a message line. Beyond pencils, it&rsquo;s great for any personal items, like chapstick and hand wipes. Bonus: It&rsquo;s machine-washable!

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