35 Items To Help You Have A Healthy Start To The New Year

You'll be kicking those health and fitness goals in no time!

1. These Echo Buds by Amazon, which will ensure you have all the best music, audiobooks or podcasts at the ready while you're working on your fitness.

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These Echo Buds feature active noise cancellation, are sweat-resistant, lightweight and can even be controlled with your voice — so you don't have to reach for your phone when you want to switch from your favourite audiobook to a track by Doja Cat.

Promising Review: "I have a lot of trouble with wireless earbuds — mostly because they tend to fall out of my ears when I'm doing anything remotely active. Not only do these babies stay put — but I sometimes even forget that I have them in. Plus, the charging case is super compact, but substantial enough that I'm not worried about misplacing them — like I have been with other wireless earphones on the market."

—Hameda Nafiz

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $159.99.

2. This entertaining (and beneficial) meditation book that has a healthy mix of puns, dad-jokes and dirty words to make meditating all the more enjoyable.

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Waking up feeling dull and uninspired or rushing in the mornings feeling stressed and frazzled is no fun for anyone. This down-to-earth book makes including meditation in morning routines far more realistic and appealing.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $19.

3. This USB-chargeable portable blender that will make post-gym smoothies even more accessible.

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If you've ever used a protein shaker, chances are you've tired your arm out trying to dissolve powder for a smooth, lump-less shake. With this bottle, you don't need to worry about any of that. When fully charged, you can use it to blend whatever you want up to 30 times before it needs to be juiced up again.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $39.99.

4. This rechargeable, handheld deep tissue massager because your tired muscles deserve some love and attention.

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My idea of luxury: massages. Like, keep your fancy chocolates, your champagne (actually, I wouldn't mind those) — just soothe me of my many aches and pains. This is the number one bestselling electric massager on Amazon — it features a powerful motor that can produce up to 3600 pulses per minute, so you can trust it to loosen the tightest of knots. It comes with five different head attachments, so it's effective wherever you choose to use it.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $41.64. 

5. And this anti-slip swimming kickboard, which will break up said laps while strengthening your legs and refining your technique.

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You know the drill.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $21.89 (also available in pink).

6. This subscription to HelloFresh, so you don’t have to order take-out again if the days just keep getting away from you.

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Hello Fresh is a service that delivers the exact amount of ingredients you need to make certain dishes — so you won’t have to chuck out that old bunch of parsley you only needed one sprig of. Plus, the super easy step-by-step directions mean even if you're a novice cook, you'll be able to make super yummy homemade meals.

Pick a plan starting from $9.50 per serving on HelloFresh.

7. This gratitude journal to help you gather thoughts, prioritise goals and track your progress.

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Just six minutes each morning can have a massive effect on their day. They can use this journal to assess what lies ahead, take a breath and figure out what they need to do.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $38.90.

8. This rotating mandolin slicer to make slicing and dicing veggies even easier.

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This tool has three slicers that you can use to finely shred cheese, slice veggies and grate anything else your heart desires. It's also a lot less work and less dangerous than a regular mandolin slicer and you'll get the same results!

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $39.

9. These Gel-Quantum 180 ASICS that won't let you down, even during the toughest of sports and training sessions.

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This iconic sneaker revamps the design of its predecessor with a 3D-printed upper mesh and more intuitive fit, making it feel customised to your foot. The shoe is also layered with 180 degrees of GEL technology-based cushioning in the midsole to make hitting the pavement nice and comfortable.

Buy them from ASICS for $200.

10. This KitchenAid food processor that will have you chopping, dicing, slicing and more — with just a single click.

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This seven-cup food processor features an innovative design with a one-click, twist-free, bowl assembly and latched lid that's very easy to use and clean! The blade and disc fit inside the bowl to make storage easy, while simple controls with three speed options handle a variety of ingredients with precision. Chop, puree, shred and slice everything from cucumbers to tomatoes, cheeses and more.

Buy it from Catch for $219.

11. This three-pack of resistance bands for your best booty and leg workout yet.

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Take your workout anywhere with these versatile and easily transportable resistance bands, that are lightweight and space efficient! You can easily stash them in your suitcase or handbag, making them perfect for a 'wherever' workout — whether that's at home, the gym, or even taken along to the park to perform some glute exercises while getting some fresh air.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $24.95.

12. These ankle weights, because I know you've been slacking on your leg lifts.

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Now that there's no fitness instructor around to correct your form, I know there's a temptation to just kick your legs when you should be using your stomach muscles to lift them. These here will ensure you can't get lazy and weights can be taken out or added to suit your fitness levels. Choose from 4.5kg or 9kg models.

Buy them from Amazon Australia for $34.99.

13. This herb stripper, which will leaf you with stemless kale and save you a bunch of thyme.

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A very nifty device that will cut your cooking and meal-prep time in half. Made from food-grade stainless steel, this tool is anti-rust and anti-corrosion, so you know you'll get a lifetime out of it. It's suitable for cutting a ~bunch~ of different herbs and collard greens, with its nine sizes for shredding and a sharp blade for chopping.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $10.99.

14. These compartmentalised reusable lunchboxes that you can use for meal prepping.

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The compartments in these make it easy to seperate the different components of the meals you’re making, which immediately makes them more appetising. It’ll also eliminate any excuses for eating out, which is unhealthy for you and your bank account. They're also microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Buy a set of 10 from Amazon Australia for $24.95.

15. This instantly iconic Aesop skincare set that features the best-selling parsley seed skincare trio.

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Housed in a case made from 100% recycled paper pulp (we love a sustainable package), The Mentor represents a conscionable gift option, whose impact reverberates beyond the first exchange.

Featuring the iconic parsley seed facial cleanser, facial toner and intense serum, this set offers morning and evening care that clarifies, balances and fortifies skin — ensuring the best-ever skin all summer long.

Buy it from Myer for $210.

16. This sweat headband, which will keep your hair and sweat out of your eyes so you can focus on your reps.

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This moisture-wicking headband keeps hair and sweat out of the eyes during even the most strenuous of activities. Cut from hues of grey, it will fit perfectly into any athleisure get-up with ease.

Buy a pack of four from Amazon Australia for $12.73.

17. This subscription to Australia's top-rated meal delivery service, Chefgood so you'll always have a healthy meal at the ready.

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All the meals are cooked and delivered fresh — handcrafted with fresh local produce and natural ingredients, plus a new menu every week (so you're guaranteed to never get bored).

Every meal is designed by their in-house nutritionists and chefs, including a "Guest Chef Series" featuring Reynold Poernomo, from MasterChef — so you know you're in good hands.

Depending on your appetite, you can choose from two meal plan sizes: Slim & Trim, with portion-controlled meals, designed for sustained weight loss, or Everyday Wellness, with larger, more generous portions for convenient, healthy eating.

The best news? All new customers can grab $30 off their first box and $20 off their second, simply by using the code NEW50 — you're welcome.

Buy it from Chefgood starting from $9.95+ per meal.

18. This very timely book that covers the essentials of a screen detox, aptly titled 'How To Break Up With Your Phone'.

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Who else found themselves taking in a daily dose of doom scrolling throughout the year? Written by award-winning science journalist Catherine Price, this book explores the effects of constant connectivity on our brains, bodies, relationships and society as a whole. 

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $17.70+ (available in three formats).

19. This body fat scale that you can connect to your phone and track your fitness levels throughout a new exercise regime.

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With changes to all of our routines, diet and exercise, it's easy for our health to fall by the wayside. Keep your health on track with this scale that calculates all of the things — including BMI, body weight, bone mass, subcutaneous fat, visceral fat, muscle mass, water weight and skeletal muscle.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $37.99.

20. This handheld spiraliser, which you can use to instantly create gorgeous garnishes or even a low carb spaghetti.

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This gadget comes with three graters, so you can customise your spiral. It also has a container attachment, so everything stays in one place. It's also super easy to use — all you have to do is set the fruit or veggie in and twist!

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $24.

21. This Ultra Violette "SkinScreen" because taking a few seconds to slap on some high-quality skin protection means fewer skin issues down the track.

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Promising review: "I'm a shameless SPF addict and this year my obsession has been the Ultra Violette "SkinScreen" (geddit?) range. Aussie born and bred, all of the products are lightweight yet super durable — and they won't pill, ball or leave a heinous shine all over your face. I love the 50+ Supreme Screen for daily use — it has a light tint to it, so my face never looks chalky or gravely ill. And the Queen Screen is what I pop on for the beach or any outdoor activity. Vive la Violette!"

—Julia Willing

Buy the iconic Queen Screen from Sephora for $47 or buy the Everything Christmas set for $175.

22. This microfibre towel, which is designed to cool your body down in an instant.

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Eco-friendly and anti-bacterial, this wonder of a towel creates a cooling sensation simply by being run under water. Wring excess water out, then use as a bandana, neck wrap or towel.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $19.

23. These Vida Glow radiance capsules, which offer a powerhouse cocktail of ingredients in one handy pill.

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Radiance is a once-daily ingestible capsule from Vida Glow's Advanced Repair range. Looking at pigmentation as a leading cause of uneven skin tone, its unique blend of potent and bioavailable actives addresses dull, discoloured skin caused by excess melanin production.

Buy it from Look Fantastic for $72.

24. This motivational water bottle, which will remind you to hydrate — not just at the gym — but throughout the day as well.

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Dehydration is the enemy of energy and concentration, so level up your workout with all the water. This litre bottle is marked with times, so when you glance at your bottle and realise it's past the hour, you know it's time to take another swig. It helpfully lets you know just what a certain amount of liquid is doing for you, including, "3 p.m. — Reduce Fatigue" and "5 p.m. — Hydrate Skin".

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $24.99 (available in three colours).

25. This popular gym bag, which has been designed with a separate pocket for shoes or wet clothes.

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With over 1,500 five-star ratings on Amazon, this buy is probably the easiest purchase you've made in a long time. Wet gear or shoes are separated from the rest of your belongings, while a snug bottle holder prevents spills. A padded shoulder strap and dual handles make for easy transport to and from the gym.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $36.

26. This Instant Revival Eye Gel by Fenty Skin that comes with a massaging tool to soothe and decrease puffiness around the eyes.

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If dark circles, dullness, fine lines and wrinkles, sagging and puffiness are starting to creep up on you and you're eager to do something about it, then this is the combo for you! Enter the two-in-one eye cream and concealer primer that comes with a cooling eye massage tool for an extra boost of bliss and revival. It's lightweight, non-greasy and will offer day-long hydration while teasing your sense with its fresh scent of lush tropical fruits and flowers.

Buy it from Sephora for $60.

27. This organic calm and relax tea that can be enjoyed all year round, hot or cold.

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Feel the day's worries slip away with a cup of this soothing blend. It's like a peaceful walk through a flourishing garden filled with chamomile, linden flower, passion flower, rose, lavender and cornflower petals. If you're really run down, this tea will nurse you to health with its rejuvenating herbs such as fennel, licorice, ginger and marshmallow root.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $9.55.

28. This jar of magnesium bath salts that's basically relaxation in a bottle.

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Formulated with magnesium chloride flakes (reported to be more easily absorbed), ivory clay, and rosemary and lavender essential oils, this bath soak blend is suitable even for the most sensitive skin. Just don't blame yourself when mum takes over the bathroom and refuses to come out.

Buy it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in three blends).

29. This two-in-one brush and cell massager, which you can use in or out of the shower to improve circulation and stimulate the nervous system.

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This brush can be used on wet or dry skin to remove dead skin cells — but that's just one of the benefits! The massaging component detoxifies your body by increasing blood circulation and promoting lymph flow/drainage. It also sends blood and oxygen to muscles, helping them relax and leaving you feeling invigorated. 

Buy it from Beautopia for $15.95.

30. This K400 variable speed blender by KitchenAid from the Matte Black range, that'll become their ultimate assistant when prepping breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.

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This blender will become their favourite kitchen appliance in no time, no matter where their foodie inspiration takes them. It features a three part blending system, which allows it to blend even the toughest of ingredients. There's also three preset recipe programs —including ice crush, smoothie and icy drinks (did someone say margaritas?) — and a five-speed variable speed dial. Plus, for those who simply can't be bothered after whipping up the perfect meal, there's even a self-cleaning system.

Buy it from KitchenAid for $499.

Shop the brand new Matte Black range here.

31. This Aesthetics Rx Ultra Protection Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide.

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This light-textured, non-greasy sunscreen is suitable for all skin types, as a facial moisturiser and high protection SPF 50+ sunscreen. I've been using this product for a while now and I'm still amazed at how quickly it absorbs into the skin without clogging pores, leaving an oily shiny finish or causing breakouts.

Buy it from Adore Beauty for $59.

32. This insanely gorgeous sparkling water maker, that'll keep you hydrated all summer long.

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This carbonation machine comes with two 1L bottles. It also features a two-stage pressure release valve — meaning when you're making fruit-infused sparkling water, you won't lose any of the fizz. Very handy to have on tap for all your aperitif spritzes! 

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $179.

33. This superfood maca powder, which will help you conquer the hardest of days.

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Maca is a superfood that supports metabolism and has been traditionally used to improve endurance, stamina and libido while also helping to support a healthy mind. It's packed with heaps of vitamins and minerals, contains iron, selenium and potassium, calcium and magnesium. 

Mix 2 heaped teaspoons into 250ml of water, natural juice or smoothie 1-2 times a day for optimum results.

Buy it from Tropeaka for $18.

34. This bath pillow that's made for pure relaxation and "me" time.

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This bath pillow features an ergonomic design, which means your neck and back are always supported. It's also constructed from 3D mesh technology so that the pillow will allow air to flow through for quick drying.

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $45.95.

35. And finally, this deep tissue foam roller to get into the nitty-gritty of overworked muscles.

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Use it to massage the upper back, lower back, hamstrings, all the things. Plus, this one comes with a free carry bag for easy transport. 

Buy it from Amazon Australia for $42.