mango win 11 gifts for aspiring and veteran athletes (or yourself, too)

It’s the Yuletide season once again. While it’s fun and fulfilling to give gifts during the holidays, it’s often difficult and confusing in deciding what to get your active loved one. All the jargon, gadgetsmango win, and equipment they use can be a little bit too much sometimes. But we’re here to help. Here’ our 2024 Multisport gift guide that’s perfect for your aspiring or veteran athlete.

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Recovery is a key word for any athlete. You can’t ask your body to perform at a high level if recovery is compromised. Nutrition is an integral part of recovery and one of my go-to supplements is whey protein. It’s easy to get confused with different brands since they all practically look and taste the same but consider Wheyl. It is a proudly Filipino brand that takes a unique spin on your favorite post-workout drink. They have lots of fun flavors such as melon milk, ube, and matcha; they also haven’t forgotten about the all-time greats such as salted chocolate, naked white (plain), and clean caramel. This holiday season try out the cinnamon spice to really soak in the holiday vibes.

PSI is another proud Filipino brand that has been one of the top custom apparel manufacturers since 2012. They produce hundreds of thousands of pieces of apparel with an emphasis on quality, sustainability, and durability.

Recently, they have forayed into retail to help suit more people’s training needs. One item we got exclusive eyes on is their Core run singlet. This singlet features the most advanced fabrics that are lightweight and sweat-wicking to keep you cool even during the hottest days. PSI is supporting the Jamborun initiative of Ines Santiago, one of the fastest women in the local triathlon scene. For every singlet that you buy, 10 less fortunate kids will be fed via the NVC Foundation.

In a perfect world, we would get all our nutrients from whole foods in a farm-to-table setup. Unfortunately, this is hard to attain. We need to fill in nutritional gaps with multivitamins and other supplements. One of the hidden gems I discovered is the Lifestream Spirulina Blue Extra.

This is not your ordinary spirulina as it comes from blue algae that is higher in bioavailable phycocyanin. It is a powerful antioxidant that may work in tandem with B vitamins, GLA, and zeaxanthin to help enhance your resilience from stress. Whether it be faster recovery, better immunity, or extra energy, Spirulina Blue Extra is a necessary part of my own supplement toolbox.

Goggles all look almost the same but in terms of fit, they are worlds apart. Smaller goggles might look more streamlined but are sometimes painful to the eye sockets. But thicker ones tend to feel bulky or may even leak if the gaskets don’t suit your facial structure. Luckily, I chanced upon the TYR Special Ops line and they’ve been part of my favorites ever since. The Special Ops 3.0 is the newest version and has improved on the previous successes of the past models. It features a soft silicone gasket that is wide and thick enough to dissipate the pressure without appearing too bulky. The lenses are also wide and clear, which makes it perfect for both pool and open-water swimming. It also comes in multiple colors and tints to help you find the perfect combination for your next pool session.

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Monitoring your heart rate can be a powerful tool for success. It’s a good way to keep track of effort, progress, and even dehydration or stress. However, some people, especially females, find it difficult to wear traditional chest straps as they can sometimes be uncomfortable or inconvenient. Luckily, there’s a unisex heart rate monitor that will address your concerns.

The Wahoo Tickr Fit is an arm-based heart rate monitor that is both rechargeable and accurate. It comes with a universal arm strap you can wrap around your bicep or forearm. The best part is it has Bluetooth and ANT+, which means it can work with practically any GPS device (or phone) out there.

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It’s hard to stick to a diet plan if you have a very busy schedule. Aside from the overhead needed to prepare your daily meals, it’s hard to add variety to your usual meals. On top of that, quality, calorie goals, and nutrient requirements are also things you have to consider.

That’s where Passion Kitchen Manila shines. I got this meal plan for my wife’s fitness journey and she’s been raving about it ever since. For one, she doesn’t have to worry about things like “What do I prepare?” or “I want something different!” The daily meals feature a variety of cuisines and ingredients that make it much more palatable. Since then, she’s lost several kilos and has felt a boost of energy throughout the day. Meals can also be customized to your goals, whether it be to lose weight, gain weight, or simply be healthier.

The longest running shoe line by New Balance just got better. The Fresh Foam 1080’s 14th edition focuses on comfort and support, making it the perfect all-around shoe. It’s probably the shoe I recommend the most as you practically can’t go wrong with it.

It’s renowned for its super soft sole that doesn’t feel squishy or unsettling. This year, they emphasized greater support so it can also work well for those who have flat feet or pronate too aggressively. Personally, I like it as a casual shoe that I can use all day at the mall or theme park without any pain or discomfort.

The Edge 540 is one of Garmin’s most popular and most practical cyclocomputers. It packs a punch with lots of cool features such as the ConnectIQ App store, multi-band GPS, clear and responsive colored touchscreen, and ultra-long battery life. If you’re willing to spend a bit more, get the solar version for improved battery life as it essentially charges your unit as you ride outdoors. All these features come jampacked into a form factor that is neither too compact nor bulky. It’s perfect for your coffee rides, training sessions, and races.

The Wahoo Kickr Core is one of the most cost-effective trainers out in the market. It uses the same motor that was used in their top of the line Kickr a few years back. Now, at a much lower price range, you can have access to that same technology. With a direct drive form factor, it makes the power readings more accurate and reliable. There’s also less wear and tear from your wheelset and tires unlike traditional trainers. The best part is, Wahoo is well-known for its good customer support and warranty policies.

The Garmin Fenix 8 is the newest state-of-the-art multisport watch. By multisport, I really mean multisport: It’s good for triathlons, trail runs, ultra endurance events, even diving, camping, and golf. It’s miles apart in terms of improvement from its predecessors as it comes with an option to have an ultra-crisp AMOLED screen that works well even in direct sunlight. It also has an added feature that makes it more practical: voice calls (through your phone). The screens are also a bit bigger than before.

Now when it comes to a perfect pain cave additionmango win, I’ll have to swear by the Wahoo Kickr Move. This trainer is perhaps the most advanced in the market. It still comes with the Axis feet that give it that side-to-side movement but now also comes with a base that moves forward and back: similar to what you would experience when riding outdoors. It comes with the most advanced, most accurate self-calibrating motor Wahoo has to offer.

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