If you're running out of ways to express your love (or love/hate) for workouts and healthy eating, cross stitching is here to give you a soothing, maybe even meditative [1], new pastime that after a few hours well spent with needle and thread will yield a cute home decor piece. Like tiny tattoos [2], but a little less permanent, cross stitching is a minimalist way to show your fondness for your well-being . . . perhaps with a little sprinkle of sass. These 15 fitness-themed cross stitch patterns are humourous and will look great hanging on your wall.
Squats Down to Look in the Fridge
Everyone's favourite backside sculpting move just got a hilarious upgrade [4] in this Squats Down to Look in the Fridge pattern [5] ($4). This counts as working out, right?
Meet Me at the Bar
For the friend that loves working out just as much as they love going out, the result of this Meet Me at the Bar pattern [6] ($5) pairs perfectly with a well-wrapped bottle of bubbly [7].
Gym? I Thought You Said Gin!
The I Thought You Said Gin! pattern [8] ($4) is another perfect option for the person that enjoys working out just as much as (or more than) having a drink — especially if that person is you.
This Is How I Cut Carbs
You simply can't go wrong with a pizza pun. The I Cut Carbs pattern [9] ($4) is a playful dish on dieting and just one of the many pizza-themed gifts [10] we wouldn't mind getting for any occasion.
Avo-Cardio
The avocado obsession [11] isn't dead yet, everybody. If you're equally passionate about your gym time and avocado toast [12], this Avocardio cross stitch pattern [13] ($4) is for you.
Fitness Goals
Remember what we said about how you can't go wrong with pizza? This Fitness Goals cross stitch pattern [14] ($4) is another fun take on the struggle to workout but also eat your favourite food.
Nine Mini Yoga Poses
You know your favourite yogi appreciates any and all yoga-centric gifts (like leggings, sports bras, and tees [15]). For a unique, but equally fitting gift, try stitching these Nine Mini Yoga Poses patterns [16] ($10).
Take a Hike
When you aren't hiking [17], camping, and taking to the trails, use this Take a Hike mountain pattern [18] ($4) with a fun touch of sassiness as a reminder of your happy place .
Unicorn Yoga
When you've already gifted every unicorn mug, plush, and palette [19] you can find, try making this very special Unicorn Yoga pattern [20] ($4).
Believe You Can Do More
The Believe You Can Do More cross stitch pattern [21] ($4) is there for you when you need some extra motivation. Push it to the limit and then some.
Sloth Yoga
Is there honestly anything more adorable than a sloth in Sukhasana? If you have a sloth yoga calendar [22] on your wall, continue the theme with this sloth yoga cross stitch pattern [23] ($4).
Yoga and Meditation
The floral print in this Yoga and Meditation pattern [24] ($4) is almost as soothing as the relaxing practices.
Workout? I Thought You Said Take Out
Clearly, there are several plays on this popular fitness meme. If take out is more your jam, add this I Thought You Said Take Out pattern [25] ($4) to your cart ASAP.