Last week, you may have jotted down a few goals you hope to achieve in the new year — and decade. In 2020, you decided, you’re finally going to sleep more, quit that nasty habit, and make your bed every day. You’ll also do your part to save the planet, and become the healthiest version of you possible.
Whatever made your list, you’ll need a plan and the right tools to make it all actually happen. To help you be more well, we sifted through hundreds of wellness products to find the ones that’ll up your game in a major way this year. Enter: these 20 practical picks. They’re chic enough to make Gwyneth Paltrow herself drool, and just what you need to hit — even exceed — your targets.
JaxJox KettlebellConnect
Price: $199Why you'll love it: This smart weight is perfect for small spaces, delivering a gym’s worth of kettlebells in one little package. Press a button to make the weight as light as 12 pounds or as heavy as 42 pounds in seconds. Plus, motion sensors in the tool track your workouts via the JaxJox app, allowing you to see your progress over time.
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Fitbit Versa 2 SmartWatch
Price: $199.95Why you'll love it: This low-profile wearable keeps tabs on your sleep, heart rate, steps, and even your cycle. It also connects to Alexa, and the battery lasts for days. Bonus: The strap comes in several sophisticated colors, including petal, emerald, and Bordeaux, and materials, such as leather and metal.
Sade Baron Fresh Luxe Mist
Price: $9.50Why you'll love it: Kickstart a self-care routine in under a second with this face and body spray. It manages to feel both indulgent and functional, thanks to a barely there floral fragrance and hydrating, soothing ingredients such as aloe vera and neroli floral water.
Kin Euphorics Dream Light Drink
Price: $39Why you'll love it: Chock-full of adaptogens, including Reishi mushrooms, this earthy elixir will help you drift off each night. Mix it with your favorite milk (we recommend oat), and sip it warm or chilled.
Bose SoundSport Free Headphones
Price: $199.95Why you'll love it: Last decade, we were all freed from the tyranny of wired headphones. This decade, commit to a wireless pair that won’t fall out of your ears when you’re super-sweaty. Bose’s are specially designed to stay perfectly in place. Plus, the sound quality is superb.
Seed Daily Synbiotic
Price: $49.99/monthWhy you'll love it: Anyone else have probiotic fatigue? We know — there's an abundance of good bacteria-spiked supplements and fortified foods on the market these days. But there are plenty of reasons to give Seed a chance. It was created in part by an advisory board stacked with scientists, researchers and doctors, using the latest research. The shamrock-colored supplements contain a probiotic pill surrounded by a larger capsule filled with a prebiotic, a type of fiber that helps the healthy bugs thrive.
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LifeFuels Smart Bottle
Price: $179
Why you'll love it: Water is great for you, but the taste is so drab. But now, we have this futuristic water bottle to quench our thirst. It comes with “FuelPods” filled with concentrated blends of essential vitamins, electrolytes, and flavoring (including peach, blueberry açaí, and unsweetened cranberry raspberry). Fill the bottle with water, insert a FuelPod, then use the companion app or the bottle itself to dispense juuust the right amount of the concentrate. The app also helps you track your intake to help you hit peak hydration.
Thermomix TM6
Price: $1,499Why you'll love it: We know what you're thinking. That much for a blender? But it's so much more. It's an all-in-one kitchen appliance with 12 different functions, including grind, knead, weigh, time, sauté, steam, melt, stir, whip, emulsify — and, of course, blend.
Lost + Found A Year Of Gratitude Kit
Price: $29.95Why you'll love it: There are research-backed emotional and physical health benefits of expressing thanks. And this kit makes it easy. It includes a thank you note to send out each week, tips on writing a meaningful letter, and a journal to help you keep track of how warm and fuzzy all the gratitude makes you feel. You can thank us later.
The Lululemon Reversible Mat
Price: $68 to $79Why you'll love it: How are you supposed to stay centered during yoga when your palms keep slipping on the mat? This sturdy option boasts an absorbent, rubbery texture that keeps sweat-induced skids to a minimum. There's added cushioning, too; you might be sore after kickstarting a 2020 yoga practice, but it won’t be from the hard studio floor.
Gravity Weighted Blanket
Price: $199Why you'll love it: If you know someone who got a weighted blanket for Christmas or Hanukkah, you've probably noticed by now that they won't shut up about its benefits. Fans swear these can ease nighttime anxiety to help you get a good night's rest. Pressure from the blanket is thought to stimulate the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps us feel calm. The Gravity Blanket is one of the OGs; we love the plush microfleece covering, which makes it ultra-soft.
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natureofthings Restorative Floral Bath
Price: $150Why you'll love it: If you've ever dreamed of bathing in a tub of silky lotion (my dry skin sisters relate), this self-care hero product is for you. After 30 minutes in the tub, your skin will feel like velvet, thanks to hydrating shea butter, green tea oil, and quartz extract. The scent — an incredible mix of of plumeria, jasmine, cedarwood, and vetiver — makes the experience all the more luxe.
Alen BreatheSmart True HEPA Air Purifier
Price: $649Why you'll love it: If you’re looking to make your home more hospitable, don’t overlook the air. This sleek purifier removes allergens, dust, smoke, and bacteria. It goes a step above other machines, with an intuitive interface and specialized filters that tackle specific problems such as pet odors. It can handle rooms as large as 1,100 sq. ft.
Elizabeth Gilbert's City of Girls
Price: $14.69
Why you'll love it: Whether you’re committing to the 52 in 52 challenge or just want to read more, you'll get in the groove quickly with this page-turner. This love story is told from the perspective of an 89-year-old looking back on a haunted and passionate tryst during her time in New York’s theater scene in the '40s.
Daily Harvest Bowls
Price: $6.99 per cup for a box of 24Why you'll love it: Talk about a lunch trifecta. These bowls are packed with nutrients, are extremely delicious (brussels sprouts and lime pad Thai? Yes please), and are ready in minutes. The plant-based meals are plenty filling on their own, but you can toss in some grilled protein such as salmon or a Beyond Burger if you need a little extra something.
Muse S Headband
Price: $350Why you'll love it: The third variation of Muse’s popular meditation band is fabric instead of plastic; it feels akin to wearing a comfy sweatband. Like the other models, the Muse S offers next-level guided meditations. It tracks your brain activity to determine when you’re losing focus, and gently nudges you through audio prompts to return your attention to your meditation. This iteration has sensors that’ll help you focus on sleep, specifically. When you connect the band to your Muse app, a soothing voice will offer instructions for quieting the mind before bed.
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The 6-Minute Diary
Price: $22.90Why you'll love it: This journal prompts you to write reflections for three minutes each a.m. and three more at night. The morning session focuses on how you’ll make each day great, and the evening one lets you reflect on good deeds you’ve performed. Done regularly, the practice will help you change your mindset for the better.
Sonic-Fusion Professional
Price: $169.99Why you'll love it: I’ve resolved to start flossing at least a dozen times. Thanks to this toothbrush, it’s finally happening. The Sonic-Fusion has multiple settings that let you brush and water floss — one at a time, or both at once — at the touch of a button. To quote Chip Skylark of The Fairly OddParents, now my shiny teeth glisten “just like a Christmas tree.”
Hyperice Hypersphere Mini High-intensity Vibrating Massage Ball
Price: $99Why you'll love it: If you spend any amount of time hunched over your phone or laptop each day, this massage tool might just be your new best friend. The compact ball vibrates at three intensity levels to loosen and relax your achy muscles. Use it after a long day of screen time or post-workout. Even better, it's small enough to fit in your purse — even most clutches! — so you can keep it on you at all times (and trust us, you'll want to).
Athleta Flurry Balaclava Hoodie
Price: $68.99Why you'll love it: Yes, this looks like something one of The Incredibles would wear on a jog. But hear us out. This base layer will keep you warm on winter runs without the need for a hat. (There’s even a hole for your ponytail.) The super-soft, anti-chafe fabric will protect your neck and nose from the whipping wind. Just don't be surprised if a few strangers do double takes as you boldly sprint down the street.
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