Ellen DeGeneres Says She’s Considering Ending Her Daytime Talk Show

Ellen DeGeneres has been bringing the world a dose of positivity through her talk show for 15 years. But the comedian revealed in a new interview that it might be time to move on and she’s considering retiring from daytime TV in the near future.

In an interview with the New York Times, DeGeneres said that she’s going back and forth on whether or not to end her show and pursue more acting and comedy projects, such as her upcoming Netflix stand-up special, set to be released on December 18. She also said that although she recently extended her contract with The Ellen DeGeneres Show until the summer of 2020, she considered declining.

Portia de Rossi, for one, would love to see DeGeneres branch out. “I just think she’s such a brilliant actress and standup that it doesn’t have to be this talk show for her creativity,” de Rossi, who has been married to DeGeneres for 10 years, told the Times. “There are other things she could tackle.”

DeGeneres’ brother Vance, on the other hand, is in favor of her continuing the show and has reportedly changed his sister’s mind about leaving on more than one occasion.

For now, at least, she’s sticking around and pursuing other endeavors when she can. The stand-up special, her first in 15 years, is one such side project. “I wanted to show all of me,” she said. “The talk show is me, but I’m also playing a character of a talk-show host. There’s a tiny, tiny bit of difference.”

DeGeneres’ stand-up special, Relatable, premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, December 18.

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Amid the Gilmore Girls spinoff ideas and cast reunions, fans are still only thinking about one thing: when are we getting A Year in the Life season 2 and what will it be about?! Well, in addition to Scott Patterson telling me he's "always hopeful" for a return to Stars Hollow, one Reddit thread provides a Gilmore Girls reboot idea that would take the show in a whole new direction.

Here's the one Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life season 2 idea that could change everything for the better.

This 'Gilmore Girls' idea would really shake up the Gilmore household.

@Lankybirdd asked the Gilmore Girls subreddit group how the series would begin if it came back, and the variety of responses really got my imagination working! We know that Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life telling us Rory was pregnant with Logan's baby (yes, that's right, we know who the father is!) brings the series full circle, and that any kind of reboot is totally wide-open.

When one Reddit user said they'd love for another season to start with Emily Gilmore babysitting Rory's baby (who's presumably a girl, according to Lauren Graham), another responded, "I’d love it the great grandchild was just like Emily/Richard." Having Lor interact with a grandchild who's totally different than her would make for some very entertaining TV if you ask me! But an even better idea? Rory having a son, and naming him Richard.

Even though it would shift the female-centric nature of the show, one user says, "that would be the point. Finally fresh healthy relationships... Like breaking the chain."

Now, while there is obviously nothing unhealthy about female relationships in and of themselves, the Gilmores are notorious for focusing on their own needs and no one else's. Taking care of a son/grandson at that capacity would require a level of empathy that neither Rory nor Lorelai has needed at this point.

It would also be so beautiful to honor Richard this way after actor Edward Herrmann passed away in 2014 (and his death was written into the Netflix reboot), and there are so many ways the story could go. Baby Richard could be a rebel like Lorelai and bond with her over feeling like the odd man out (no pun intended). Or he could be studious and love writing like Rory, bonding with her over how confident he feels in his schoolwork. But no matter what direction the show took this arc, one thing's for sure: this kid would be loved.

And if Amy Sherman-Palladino ended up giving Rory a daughter instead? Well then, she could just go by Richie ;).

What do you think about this A Year in the Life season 2 idea? Could you see Rory as a boy mom? At the very least, I think Lorelai would be a great boy grandma! Read up on OMG, There's A Gilmore Girls Reunion Soon — & You Could Literally Be There to see how you can meet your favorite GG stars.

After deactivating her Instagram account amid Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's ongoing legal battle, sources say there's a new update regarding It Ends With Us author Colleen Hoover: that she's retiring from a writing career. The rumor comes after both Justin Baldoni's voice memo and Justin and Blake Lively's text messages leaked online, which just kind of leaves me with one question: what the heck is going on?

Here's what we know about the rumors Colleen Hoover is retiring from writing.

Sources say Colleen Hoover wants to retire from writing as Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal battle continues.

According to some DeuxMoi sources, following the drama-turned-legal battle that came as a result of It Ends With Us, Colleen Hoover will reportedly no longer be writing. Colleen hasn't confirmed these reports herself, but stay tuned because this is definitely a story we'll be following. It is important to note that she has two more book-to-movie adaptations coming up for Regretting You and Verity, so only time will tell how this whole It Ends With Us situation affects the author's future involvement in bringing her stories to life.

And she isn't the only celeb caught in the middle.

As I previously mentioned, the rumor follows Justin's voice memo getting leaked online, in which the actor-director apologized for his reaction to Blake's script rewrites.

"I for sure fell short and you worked really hard on [the rewrite], and the way you framed it and how that made you feel, I just want to say thank you for sharing that with me," he says. "That takes a lot of trust and vulnerability. I feel really grateful that you feel safe enough to tell me that's how you feel and share that with me. I'm really sorry, I f—cked up, that is a fail on my part."

The incident also allegedly involved Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Swift, who were reportedly present at Blake and Justin's meeting. "We should all have friends like that," Justin continues. "I'm excited to go through the whole movie with you. I'm just excited to spend time with you, I'm excited to be in your sphere and your presence."

And don't worry Swifties. Reports that Taylor Swift wants to distance herself from Blake after the It Ends With Us drama are simply "not true," according to sources.

Read Brandon Sklenar Just Shared Support For Blake Lively Amid Justin Baldoni Lawsuit News for more, and stay tuned for the latest updates on Colleen Hoover.

In January — the month of New Year resolutions — a lot of us are setting fitness goals and vowing to prioritize wellness. How can we be sure that by March, it will not all turn into some wishful thinking or unrealistic objectives set with bygone motivation? That's where we come in; the right fitness products can make all the difference. In this list, you can find 44 fitness accessories, from beautiful yoga mats and weighted bangles to smart gadgets and gym gear that will help keep your motivation tank loaded and your goals not only easier but more fun! Let's go!

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Puzzle Exercise Mat to Protect Your Floor During Your Home Workouts

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This exercise mat made of interlocking foam floor tiles will help you create the perfect workout hut in your home. With it you can protect your floor from weights and build a softer surface to lie on. Super easy to dissemble once you're done exercising and also great for an indoor kids' play area.

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Put Your Finger on Your Wellness With This Health Ring

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In 2025, your jewelry can be the gateway to your health. This health ring tracks heart rate, blood oxygen and pressure, sleep, and steps to help you monitor your most important wellness factors. It is waterproof, with a long battery life of up to five days after a two-hour charge. It is also Android and iPhone compatible. Prioritizing wellness has never felt easier.

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The Walking on Clouds Pair of Trainers

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This list won't be complete without a pair of good trainers. These New Balance ones with foam midsole are lightweight and perfect for running (or some shopping cardio).

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Aoxjox Tank Top With A Breathable Twist Back Design

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Don this Aoxjox Tank Top while working out to not only show your figure, but also to stay cool, as the tank top leaves your back almost completely exposed while still offering plenty of support. Plus you can also wear it as a sundress bra, as some reviewers have done.

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This Matching Set To Stand Out

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Feel like your best self every time you step out of the house in this Matching Set that TikTok influencers have been falling for all year long. This set comes with a twist sports bra that offers a ton of support, in addition to matching shorts to pair with it. This set is perfect for anyone looking to add a bit of flair to their fitness routine

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Maximum Comfort Athletic Leggings

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A good, brand-new pair of leggings is also known to do wonders for motivation. These have tummy control and come with a side pocket. Available in more colors and patterns than you can think of.

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The Only Bag to Take on Your Daily Walk

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This Lululemon sports belt bag in misty pink is just the accessory you need to embark on your daily walk hands-free. Wear it across the waist as a belt or as a cross-body bag.

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A Vagus Nerve Stimulator to Elevate Your Wellness Game

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The benefits of a vagus nerve stimulator are numerous: it can help with muscle recovery, boost the immune system, relieve stress, and improve sleep. What is the vagus nerve? It's the main nerve of our parasympathetic nervous system that controls specific functions like digestion, heart rate, and immunity. The stimulator works by using auricular technology to stimulate it gently. All you have to do is place the ear clips on your earlobes and wear them like earphones.

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A Sports Top With Medium Support and More Coverage

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Nothing boosts workout motivation like brand-new gear, and this women's sports top has all the benefits of a sports bra - being padded with medium support — while also offering more coverage. Perfect for yoga and the gym.

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If You Only Take One Fitness Supplement, Make It Creatine

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Creatine is known to increase muscle energy, speed muscle growth, lower blood sugar levels, reduce fatigue and boost performance. In other words - it's the best supplement to take if you want to prioritize your fitness goals in 2025. This Wellah's one comes in three different flavors: strawberry lemonade, coconut lime, and watermelon slush. Each bottle offers 50 servings.

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A Set of 4-in-1 Adjustable Dumbbells

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This set of 4-in-1 adjustable dumbbells gives you the range of four different dumbbells but takes the space of just two. With six 0.5 lb dumbbell plates, it takes just one second to assemble, and there is a security lock to ensure maximum safety. They come in four different colors.

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Support Meets Style With This Sports Bra

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If what you're after is more support and stability, then this Running Girl sports bra offers just that plus cutout, criss-cross straps back, making for a stylish and unique design. Featuring removable padding so you can customize your coverage.

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A Set of Nike Performance Crew Socks

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A set of Nike performance crew socks because going to the gym in style starts there. They come in black and white and can be worn over tights.

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Carry Your Workout Gear in Style With a Functional Duffle Bag

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The thought of all you have to bring to the gym or of changing clothes in the cold weather can be quite demotivating. Hopefully, this stylish duffle bag with a shoe compartment and wet and dry separation pockets can make things easier.

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Break a Sweat Using an Under Desk Elliptical

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Don't have time to head to the gym? Use this under-desk elliptical to get in your daily cardio session with its eight levels of resistance.

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Achieve a Full-Body Workout at Home With These Bodyweight Resistance Straps

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If you work out at home and have to invest in a single fitness accessory, then the bodyweight resistance straps must be it. They allow for the widest variety of exercises and can target almost any body part, enabling you to create a full-body workout. They are suitable for all fitness levels.

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A Set of Weighted Bangles For a More Challenging Workout

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With these weighted bangles, practical meets stylish. They can be used both on wrists and ankles to add some weight and make a home workout more challenging.

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Get Barre Class Results at Home With This Portable Standing Barre

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If you've heard great things about the body-shaping results from attending barre class but have no time to hit the studio, then with this portable double standing barre, you can make the most of the workout routines from the comfort of your own home.

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Watermelon BCAA's for Quick Recovery and High Energy

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This delicious Optimum Nutrition pre-workout with green tea and caffeine from natural sources will boost your energy enough to smash your workout while providing the necessary BCAA's to recover and hit your goals. Also great to just keep energy levels high throughout the day. Tastes like watermelon.

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Sweat Headbands For Sweat and Flyaways Control

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These sweat headbands help control sweating (especially around the face). An added benefit: they also keep flyaways in place. These are made of nylon and spandex and are soft, breathable, and elastic. Available in multiple colors.

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A Workout Journal to Help You Track Your Progress

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A workout journal where you can note exercises, weights used and current shape can be helpful to stay on track and make consistent progress. This workout log book is intuitive and makes it easy to organize your workouts, so you don't have to keep it all in your head.

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Lifting Gloves for Improved Performance (and Soft Hands)

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Even if you use light weights, lifting gloves are important. They help prevent blisters, keep the hand's skin softer and cleaner, plus ensure better grip. Apart from the gym, they can also be used for cycling, climbing, and hiking. These are breathable with double-stitched padding.

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Foldable Kitchen Scales to Stay on Top of Your Nutrition Gaols

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Digital scales are not just helpful to follow recipes but also to keep your nutrition in check and hit your macro goals. This one with a unique design is foldable and easy to carry with you when you travel.

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Lightweight Touchscreen Running Gloves So You Can Prioritize Exercise Even in the Winter Months

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A set of lightweight running gloves will help you prioritize running and outdoor exercise even in the winter months. These are touchscreen, so you don't have to remove them when you text. Available in four different colors.

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A Foam Roller to Reduce Muscle Pain and Chance of Injury

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A foam roller improves blood circulation, helps to prevent injury, and reduces muscle stiffness when the DOMS are particularly bad. This one comes in many colors and is travel-size, too.

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A Set of Massage Balls to Carry Around With You

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More compact than a foam roller or a massage gun but just as effective is the massage ball. This comes in a set of six to best fit your needs. They are great for increasing blood flow and tissue hydration, relieving knots and tightness, and recovering sore muscles.

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A Fleece Face Mask to Get You Out and Running Even in the Cold

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For any outdoor fitness activities, a fleece face mask is a much-needed accessory at this time of year. This one helps to retain your body's natural heat, protects from biting wind, and keeps you going for longer, even in the cold.

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Chic Protein Blender With a Pill Box and a BlenderBall Whisk

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A chic protein blender with a pill box so you can treat yourself to a delicious, well-deserved protein shake after a workout. Includes a ball whisk to make blending easier and say goodbye to undissolved lumps.

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The Gym Towel to Cover All Your Needs

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A gym towel to place over machines before you use them for maximum hygiene and also to keep sweat levels in check. This one in pink is cute and infused with silver ions, so it stays fresh for longer, lessening the need to wash after every workout.

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Stay on Top of Wellness in 2025 with a Fitness-Tracker

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With a good fitness tracker, you can effortlessly track the essentials such as heart rate, sleep, stress, and activity levels and stay on top of your wellness this year. Fortunately, you don't have to break the bank to do so. This Fitbit is affordable and includes a six-month premium membership with personalized insights and analytics.

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Channel Your Inner Jane Fonda With Some Ankle Weights

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Good classic ankle weights to channel your inner Jane Honda and step up the level of difficulty of your favorite aerobic workout (your thighs and glutes will be grateful). With adjustable straps to fit any size, you can also choose your weight and color.

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Get Playful (and Fit) With a Fitness Hula Hoop

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Hula hoops are not just for kids. In fact, they can be a great and efficient way to strengthen core muscles, target specific areas, or fix posture. This fitness hoop is extra padded and soft, and it ensures a comfortable experience.

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The Liforme Original Yoga Mat

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It's only right to begin this list with a yoga mat. A lovely yoga mat enables you to exercise at any place, at any time or can serve as motivation to hit the yoga studio more often. This Lifeorme one is their original model, and it is as practical and aesthetically pleasing as yoga mats go. It is non-slip, sweat-resistant, and provides a 'warrior-like' grip. It comes in nine different shades and a free yoga bag.

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Hit the Yoga Studio With Confidence With This Set of Yoga Blocks

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If flexibility is not your strong suit but you'd still like to get more regular with your yoga practice this year, then owning a set of yoga blocks and a strap is a good idea. They come with an instruction book and are perfect for experienced exercisers and beginners.

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Leave Your Workout Up to Chance With These Six-Sided Exercise Dices

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If you're always a bit at a loss as to what to do when you hit the gym, then you can leave it up to chance with a pair of exercise dice. One dice calls the workout and the other the reps. Exercises include push-ups, squats, lunges, jumping jacks, and crunches. Good luck!

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Jog Hands Free With This Armband Bag

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If jogging is your thing and you like to have your hands free, then with this running armband earphone bag, you can take your essentials such as your phone, credit cards, and keys with you and jog away.

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DIY Deep Tissue Massage Gun

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If you don't have time to hit the masseuse, this deep tissue massage gun can help you DIY. With ten massage heads and adjustable speed levels, it can offer instant pain relief.

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A Yankee's Baseball Cap for a Trendy Look

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Embrace the sporty look with this classic baseball cap. These hats are quite in vogue right now and can be paired with everything, from blazers to sweatsuits.

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Elevate Your Exercise Routine With a Set of Colour-Coded Resistance Bands

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Resistant bands work wonders for developing your glutes, for mobility, or just for warming up properly and preventing injury. This set of five comes in color-coded resistance levels so you can match your strength and make progress.

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An Ab Roller for a More Challenging Ab Routine

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If a toned core is what you're after (and who isn't?), then this dual-wheel ab roller equipped with a knee pad will enable you to perform more challenging ab routines from the comfort of your home (or anywhere else).

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A Motivational Water Bottle to Inspire You to Stay Hydrated

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A motivational water bottle to inspire you to stay hydrated during your workout. With encouraging quotes and marks that let you know how much you have drunk by each hour of the day. Available in many colors and equipped with a straw and a carry strap.

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Get in Workout Mode With These Amazon Echo Buds

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Music also makes any workout better, and with these Amazon Echo buds, you can play your favorite motivational playlist or cancel out the noise and find more tranquility during yoga. With up to five hours of playback and 15 hours with the charging case, you also don't have to worry about them dying midway.

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Make The Most of a Workout Ball's Wellness Benefits

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A workout out ball can also serve in multiple ways to enhance your wellness. It can help you fix posture, improve stability, train your lower back, or do some of the most challenging ab routines. It's also a great option for pregnant mothers.

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A Jumping Rope to Get Your Daily Dose of Exercise Even When You Travel

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When you are traveling but still want to get your daily dose of exercise in, then jumping rope is your best friend. It's the easiest fitness accessory to carry due to its size and lightweight. This one is made of steel wires and is extremely durable. It is also suitable for the entire family.

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This Machine Is an Easy Way to Get Your Steps In

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There's nothing quite like a good walk to get your blood pumping, but sometimes a nice walk just isn't possible. This step machine is a great way to get your steps in every day without having to go out for a walk, making it perfect for rainy days, super hot days, or those days when you just don't want to go outside.

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Get to Jumping with This Workout Trampoline

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This compact workout trampoline isn't your kid's trampoline! It's been designed with the sort of tension that you need to get the most out of your jumping workout. Plus, it's a fun way to workout that's sure to put a smile on your face, and might not even feel like working out at all!

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This Rolling Rack Means You Can Workout in Any Room

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If you're interested in changing up where you excercise every day, consider this rolling workout equipment storage rack that keeps all of your important mats, weights, straps, and more in an easy-to-reach position and in an even easier-to-move position so you can get your routine going in whatever room feels right for you.

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Athletic and Organized

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If you struggle to find a neat place to organize your workout gear, this athletic accessory holder will fit nicely by your front door or in your garage with its floating shelves and multiple storage hooks for mats, resistance bands, and weights.

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This Foldable Under Desk Treadmill

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This is a compact treadmill for those who don't have a lot fo space in the house. It is 35% off now, so get it while it lasts.

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These Resistance Bands Keeps Your Glutes Tight and Toned

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We're all about working out the glutes, y'all! And one of the best and easiest ways to get your glutes worked out is with some great resistance bands like these. They're cloth, so you don't have to worry about them slipping, sliding, or rolling up while you're squatting, lunging, and bridging. This pack comes with four different resistance levels.

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Cut Water Weight With The Sweet Sweat Waist Trimmer

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Designed to draw in heat and increase your core temperature, the Sweet Sweat Waist Trimmer will make you sweat harder and cut excess water weight from your waist and belly. It has reinforced stitching and a strong velcro closure to stay in place and maintain comfort. It's the perfect solution for stubborn belly fat!

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Pump Some Iron with These Amazon Basics Dumbbells

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Weightlifting is a fantastic way to make the most of the time you've got to work out. You can incorporate it into your favorite cardio routine for the ultimate experience, or you can do it on its own to focus on the muscle-building you're going for. But no matter when you do it, you should always use these Amazon Basics dumbbells.

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