16 Father's Day Gifts to Keep Dad Healthy

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We’ve curated a list of Father’s Day gift ideas that will give the gift of fitness and health, long after the holiday has gone. Whether you have a father, grandfather, godfather, father-in-law, brother, beloved uncle, or someone else who takes a father’s place in your heart—it’s time to celebrate the special men in your life.

1. CAP PULL UP BAR

Also called a “door gym,” this strengthening apparatus attaches to any doorway without the need for screws or any other hardware. Perfect for getting in a quick “pump” before your man takes on the day. You can also take it down and use it on the floor for crunches and pushups!

2. FITBIT ALTA HR

The Fitbit Alta HR is a wearable fitness tracker to help keep track of heart rate, steps, calories, distance and more. It can even be programmed to give him reminders to exercise—so you don’t have to! If your man is like mine, you won't really need to remind him. We recommend the black and stainless steel model, but it’s also available in colors like blue-gray, stainless steel, black, and gunmetal.

3. MISSION TECHKNIT COOLING TOWELS

These cooling towels help keep you cool up to two hours, thanks to hydro active technology. He can bring it to the gym, on hikes, bicycling, or wherever he’s likely to break a sweat. I mean, you could even take these to Walt Disney World Resort. It's HOT in Florida, y'all!

4. MONOGRAMMED GYM BAG

Your man will work out in style when he walks into the gym with his new monogrammed gym bag. It’s handsome, southern, and stylish, enough to make him want to use it as often as he can!

5. BLUE APRON SUBSCRIPTION

Help him eat healthy at home by getting him a food box subscription like Blue Apron. This particular company allows you to modify the meals to accommodate your taste buds and personal nutrition needs. Plus, he’ll be able to experience the joy of cooking at home with the included step-by-step instructions. Best part, he'll be cooking for YOU!!

6. WII FIT FROM NINTENDO

This is a fun and easy way to exercise at home. With this system, he can keep track of calories burned, learn to balance better, and learn more about training. This is a great gift for a guy who enjoys the TV, and is in the early stages of getting fit.

7. STAND UP PADDLE BOARD

A stand up paddle board is just the thing for heading out to the lake, river, or beach this summer. Paddle boards help develop core and arm strength. For this gift, be sure you have an accurate height—appropriate board and pole lengths are dependent on this information.

8. MASSAGE

Massages are beneficial for everyone and do wonders for mental relaxation. Treat your man to a massage—any style he likes! Some gyms even offer this extra service for a small fee.

9. GOPRO CAMERA

A GoPro camera may be all the incentive the man in your life needs to get out there and be active. Don’t forget to include an activity accessory so he can really take advantage of all that the GoPro is capable of.

10. MEN’S JOURNAL MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION

Flipping through the pages of this leading men’s magazine will encourage your Father’s Day gift recipient to get in shape and stay in shape. It even includes a substantial men’s fitness section with diet and exercise tips. Then, we ladies can steal and drool. 

11. UNDER ARMOUR WATER BOTTLE

On the weekends, this decidedly masculine water bottle is perfect to bring to the gym, take on hikes, or even sit in the cup holder in his golf cart. And, because it’s made of insulated stainless steel—on weekdays he can use it to hold his Pink Drink on-the-go. That's HOT, ladies!

12. CAMELBAK BACKPACK

Give your Father’s Day gift recipient the gift of freedom with this hydrating backpack “system.” These roomy backpacks are stylish, comfortable, and above all, functional. H20 hands free? Yes, please!

13. CAPTAINS OF CRUSH GRIPPER

This hand gripper helps to strengthen hands, wrists, and arms. Any man on your gift list would love to receive this convenient way to exercise at the office, at home, on the commuter train, or anywhere else.

14. SABLE RESISTANCE BANDS

These resistance bands are an excellent Father’s Day gift for your grandfather or a favorite uncle! He can use them while sitting down to increase his upper body strength, at a level that he feels comfortable with.

15. EXPERIENCE DAYS EXPERIENCE

What better way to entice your guy to get more active than by arranging the whole experience for him? These exciting experience options range from balloon trips, to flying lessons to NASCAR driving! This kind of gift is also a great way to spend more time with the man you love, since many of the experiences are for two.

16. 23 AND ME GENE TESTING

This is definitely an out of the box kind of Father’s Day Gift, but hear us out. With the information your brother, dad, husband, or whatever man you’re looking to buy for gets from the 23 and Me test, he will have greater insight into his health, including what kinds of diseases he should look out for, and where his physical strengths and weaknesses are. The whole process is done through the mail, and results arrive by email in about a week.

This list of 16 Father’s Day Gifts for 2018 ensures you’re not at a loss for gift ideas. Whether it’s for your dad, grandpa, hubby or son, no matter which gift you choose, you’re sure to get a big ‘ole thanks!

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The Beginning of My Weight Loss Journey

Six weeks ago, I decided enough was enough and I got real with myself. For almost thirteen years {since having our first son} I have blamed being overweight on having babies. I gained 65 pounds while pregnant with Jake Austin. After having him I held on to a good 40 of those pounds...for thirteen years. Until now.

In six weeks I have lost 16.5 pounds and 8+ inches. {I lost my piece of paper that I wrote my measurements on so I have re-start and just subtract from my new measurements. Hopefully I'll stumble upon that paper soon. I really want to know exactly how far I've come! I do know at last check it was just over 8 inches.}

What have I done differently? How am I losing weight and inches? It's not a diet. It's not a magic pill. I am eating healthier foods. I completely eliminated sugar and carbs with the help of Four Fit Sisters' Sugar Detox. I stopped drinking soda {biggie for me!}. I drink LOTS of water. I exercise a couple of times a week. And, I started using Plexus.

Plexus has been a game changer in my weight loss journey. Drinking Plexus Slim every morning curbs and sugar cravings that I may have during the day.

Every now and again I have the opportunity to go get myself a new "something". And for years I've just known what size I wear. {No, I'm not going to tell you. LOL} This past week I went shopping for a couple new things to wear to the Type A Parent Conference, that I'm currently at, and just grabbed that same size I always go to. I was SO excited when I got to the fitting room and the pants were TOO BIG!!! Y'all, it didn't occur to me to pick up a smaller size. And, wanna know what? I had to go down TWO pants sizes!!! {Again, not telling you! LOL}

I am feeling so good about my new weight loss journey! I've lost weight and inches and have gained so much confidence!

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Are YOU on a weight loss journey? Have just a few pesky pounds that you'd like to lose? Tell me what I can do to help you. I'd love to answer questions and even do the research for you! Let's connect. Email me. DM me on Twitter. Convo me on Instagram. However you're comfy, let's connect! *I'm jonahbonah on Twitter and Insta

What's on the Menu? {Paleo Favorites}

In the last few weeks some serious changes have been made in my house. Well, not so much in my house as in myself. {it's going to be a tough one to get my husband on board with my new eating habits. I dare not call them a diet...they are a lifestyle change!} On August 6th I drank my last soda. {if you know me in real life, you know that that's like taking my right arm. For real.} I gave up soda and traded it in for water. Good ol' quality H2O. I have truly drank more water in the last four weeks than I've drank in the last five years. That's just awful to think of.

To put it in to perspective, I was probably drinking 5-7 12 oz. soda cans a day. A DAY! Who does that?

What's more, I also switched out preservative-filled foods for all-natural yummy goodness. Nitrate-free/sugar-free bacon, hormone-free eggs, almond milk, pecans, fresh berries, coconut sugar {instead of white sugar}, coconut oil {instead of vegetable oil or canola oil}, coconut creamer for my coffee {instead of milk and sugar}.

Know what else? Sugar. Sugar is the devil, y'all. Check your labels. Do YOU know what you're putting into your body? I'm guessing you truly have no idea. 90% of Americans have NO IDEA!! {That's a percentage I came up with on my own but, I'm sure it's about right.} If you were to read the labels of the food you consume you'd probably not eat most of what you're presently consuming. Really. And, it's surprising what the FDA approves. Who are they, anyway?

These last four weeks have opened my eyes to the junk Americans consume. We should be more educated. I seriously am on a mission to more educate myself. I hope to help YOU in the process! With that being said, come back often to see what's new with #jonahbonahgetsfit.

Did I mention I'm on a mission to eliminate the junk in my family's life? It may take some time but, eventually I'd like to have all of my family off of soda, sugars and preservatives. At least 95% of the time!

In an effort, I've been looking for some recipes that are both yummy and health conscious. I think we can all agree to like the following recipes....or, at least, try them. Wish me luck!

This week, I'm going to give these recipes a try. Each of them are Paleo. If you've had one of them, let me know your thoughts. I'm excited to try each of them.


Bacon Wrapped Chicken Strips - Chicken. Bacon. What more is there to love?


Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas - I'm a busy gal with five kids, a husband and two different schools and a part-time gig at both home and away...therefore, I am a firm believer in the slow cooker. She can be your best friend. Let her.


Paleo Shrimp Stuffed Mushrooms - Okay, so truth be told, my family will not eat these. Myself, on the other hand, I'll eat these all.day.long.


Paleo Pinapple Stir Fry - Lately, Hubs has been getting home a little later than usual or he's been at football practice with Jonah. This has left me to learn how to grill {with charcoal} on my own. I've gotten pretty good {if I do say so , myself!}. Really. I'm thinking the next grilling recipe of mine should be this one. Pineapple, shrimp and other yumminess. Yes, please!

I seriously struggle 6 nights out of 7 on what to feed my family. Especially since I've started eating healthy. With the recipes above, I feel like they are eating healthy, preservative-free and enough to fill their bellies, that I can rest easy at night.

Do you have any Paleo or extra-healthy recipes to share? Leave a link in the comments. I'd love to gather a bunch of new recipes to have at least a month's worth for my family!

I have another bit of new information to share in the next day or so, too. Stay tuned!