Fitness Expert Announces "Top Picks" For Holidays

LONG BEACH, CA, October 28, 2012

What are the hottest new fitness products that consumers will be clamoring for this holiday season? Best-selling author Jennifer Cohen ("No Gym Required") has announced her picks for this year ranging from the affordable to the more elaborate and expensive:


Punk Rope ($7) - Brings jumping rope to a new level; ideal for on-the-go fitness buffs. Available in 10 colors, they come with a recommended jump rope workout.

50 Shapes of Grey DVD ($9.99) - The DVD developed by fitness expert Kristen James is sexy and fun and corresponds to various chapters of the best-selling "50 Shades of Grey." Get in shape like Anastasia did for Christian Grey with this hot, new and effective workout.

No Slip Yoga Socks ($19.98) - These socks allow you to practice yoga or Pilates anywhere without a mat. They are ideal for those who travel and offer users a greater sense of balance and stability.

Slacklines ($54.95) - This product offers beginners entree to the world of tightrope walking. It can be set up between any two trees or posts at a height in which you feel comfortable. As you get better, you can raise the height.

Coyote Case ($67) - The ultimate safety device for runners and outdoor enthusiasts is integrated in a Smartphone case and houses a piercing 100 decibel siren (like a coyote howl) to deter would-be attackers and alert others in the immediate area that you need help.

Swing Tip ($129.99) - For golf enthusiasts, this kit is used in conjunction with a free app complete with sensors for your golf clubs that evaluates your swing and offers feedback on how to improve it.

Jump Sport Trampoline ($199) - This new product makes use of a small trampoline as the centerpiece for a rigorous yet fun workout.

Polar RC3 GPS Watch ($279) - This is the first fully integrated GPS Watch that offers fitness enthusiasts info about their present whereabouts, mileage tracking, speed, heart rate, calories burned, etc. The Polar RC3 prides itself in being light, accurate and versatile.

Pivothead HD Sunglasses ($349) - These sunglasses come with an HD camera built into the frames. They are ideal for passionate outdoor enthusiasts like skiers who want to capture and share their experiences.

Bike Blender ($1,700) - Perfect for the multi-tasker, this product makes blended smoothies using power formed by pedaling.

For more information about these and other holiday fitness gift suggestions, visit http://www.jennifercohen.com. Cohen is the health and wellness contributor for Forbes and Men's Fitness magazines.