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might be important for female athletes. Visit the great selection at Sports Sunglasses, where function meets style. Prices start at $59.95.

QOLEUM ATHLETIC OILS and CREAMS (www.athletegift.com)
Qoleum (pronounced CO-lee-um) products have been used by athletes for years in Europe and are now available in the U.S. Made with 100% organic essential oils, Qoleum offers several products for the serious athlete: "Embrocations" provides warming of muscles prior to exercise by massaging into the skin, available for $10. "Anti-friction O" cream reduces friction caused by rubbing, especially effective for saddle sores; contains antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties, cost is $10. "Soothing O" has an aloe vera base and provides relief from sore muscles and strains, $16. "Pre-Sports Oil" improves blood flow to muscles prior to activity, the cost is $14. "Post Sports Oil" helps remove lactic acid from muscles, aiding in the prevention of strain and soreness; the cost is $15. "Recovery Oil" offers first-aid for bruises, injuries, and overexertion, with a price of $13. Any of these great products will help your athlete stay on top of her game. Just order online.

GIFT BAG FOR FEMALE ATHLETES
Combine some much-needed items for your athletic girl and place them an easy-to-carry satchel or tote that she can just grab and go. Include any or all of the following: a mini-blow dryer, travel size shampoo and conditioner, a tube of Ben-Gay, a hairbrush, hair clips, ponytail holders, deodorant, shower gel, sunscreen, chapstick, some protein and energy bars, and some wet wipes. She'll have all the essentials needed in one convenient location.

INSULATED THERMOS
If your female athlete enjoys going to outdoor sports events in cooler weather, a large insulated thermos is a thoughtful gift. It's nice to have a warm beverage like coffee or hot
chocolate when sitting on cold stadium bleachers! The kind with the cup on top is especially convenient. Available at Walmart, Kmart, Target, or just about any harware or sporting goods store. Buy the stainless steel kind with a vacuum-insulated bottle. These are far superior to most plastic thermoses, and many come with a handy carrying strap. Prices start at under $20.

GYM MEMBERSHIP
Chances are that your athletic girl is already a member of a gym. Buy her another year's membership at her favorite. If she's leaving for college soon, do a little research and find a gym close to her new residence and surprise her with a membership. That will be one less thing she'll have to worry about in the big transition! Prices range from $200-$500 for a yearly membership. If this is beyond your budget, give her a month's membership at several different gyms. She can try them all out and decide which one she wants to commit to.

TROPHY SHELVES
Does your athlete have trophies crowding her dresser? Buy her a few pre-finished shelving boards. Some come with the shelving brackets and easy hanging hardware. These come in a variety of colors, so it shouldn't be hard to find one that matches her room. If space is a problem, buy one of the easy-to-install sets of corner shelves. You can find these at Home Depot, Lowe's, or at most hardware and building supply stores. There's a wide range of prices, so finding one within your budget shouldn't be a problem.

Shopping for a female athlete doesn't have to be difficult. The choices are endless. Just think about what kinds of sports your athlete is interested in and go from there. Try to match the gift with the girl, and your present is sure to be a success.

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