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I have a lot of dream holiday gifts dancing around in my head, and among the way-out-of-my-league designer clothes and fantasy vacations is an elliptical trainer. I know that sounds crazy and that most guys are warned to steer clear of presents like this for their wives and girlfriends, but personally, I would love it.

I try to go to the gym everyday, but sometimes, with traffic, work and family responsibilities, the need for sleep and a million other road blocks, it’s just not possible. For those reasons, I’ve always thought it’d be such a luxury to get a good workout at home. Especially when I’m waiting in line for an elliptical (they never, ever have enough of those things!) or having to give up my exercise machine after 30 minutes whether I’m ready or not. If I had my own, I could sweat ’til my heart’s content and work off those festive holiday pounds in no time. That’s why I’ve had my eye on this Schwinn 418 Elliptical Trainer, and I’ve been dropping major hints.

I like this Schwinn Elliptical because it’s a solid piece of equipment. It has 8 levels and 11 programs, which keeps things interesting. Plus, it’s going for only $649 online at Mercantila.com, and that’s about $350 off the regular price. You can also get 5% off with Mercantilia’s flexible financing.

Give the gift of sweat! It’s pretty romantic.

Have you ever seen a cat playing with a ball and wondered, “why can’t I have that much fun with something like that?”

Neither have I, but anyways, here’s a toy that is your equivalent to that ball of yarn.

If you happen to be looking for a small gift for a golf fan, give them the Golf Ball Water Glove Challenge. Yes this little object looks simple, just get the ball on the tee, right? But looks can be deceiving. A couple of people in our office have this and, although they have successfully done so, they didn’t stop until they got that ball on the tee.

Check it out at 3balls.com and pick it up for only $17.50.

Looking into setting up your own little workout station at home? If so, then it won’t be complete without a treadmill. Check out this clearance deal that The Sports Authority is having online on this ProForm Perspective 1.0 Treadmill.

Originally priced at $1,799.99, they have dropped the price down to $899.99.

The Quick Speed and Power Incline controls allow you to change speeds and incline with ease, but that isn’t the best feature in my opinion. The 7-inch built-in TV screen, with speakers, is cable ready so that you can watch all your shows and not miss a thing while you’re working out.

Click here to see it now.

This is by far the coolest coffee table that I have ever seen. Not only does this thing hold all your beverages and is a great foot stool, but underneath that glass top is a fully functional foosball table.

Yes, a foosball table in the middle of your living room.

Made of solid oak and stainless steel, this new favorite toy is a must for your game room.Although it is a bit spendy, this foosball/coffee table gives you something to do during those commercial breaks.

It’s starting now for $7,600 at DrinkStuff.com.

Today’s the day all you Madden fanatics have been waiting a year for.

The release of Madden 08 has finally come. Call in sick. Play hooky from school. Do what you have to do, but we all know that you’re going to be picking up this game today.

And if for some reason this game is sold out at all the stores, click here to get it at BestBuy for your Xbox 360 or click here to see what other stores carry the game for different video consoles.

And to those of you who have friends that play Madden and are curious as to where they have disappeared after today, now you know.

How would you like to save $120 off a new baseball bat?

What do you know, you can at Joe’s Sports when you purchase this Rawlings Liquid Metal 2 Senior League bat. Originally priced at $209.99, they slashed the price down to $89.99. You should take advantage of it if your high schooler is looking for a new bat.

The Liquidmetal technology is designed to add power to your swing and it also has the Buzz-Off vibration grip for added comfort.

Not interested? Well, then maybe you should check out their footwear, since they’re giving you free shipping with any purchase.

Click here to go to Joe’s Sports.

Right now when you buy any single item online at Fog Dog Sports, you’ll save 15% instantly during checkout.

One of the leading sport retailers on the web, they sell brand name gear, equipment, accessories and more for any sport you can think of.

For instance, check out some of these items:

David Beckham LA Galaxy Replica Jersey: $80 before discount.

Spaulding All-Star Series 12.5-inch Baseball/Softball Glove: $34.99 before discount.

Enter the promotion code FOGAUGAFF during checkout to take advantage of this savings.

Click here to go to Fog Dog Sports.

Are you somebody who has always wanted to have your own basketball court at home?

Well, if you are, then you’re going to like this deal on this basketball hoop from Olympia Sports.

Right now, you can save $100 instantly on this Lifetime 78888 Competition Shatter Guard 54-Inch In Ground basketball system. Originally priced at $599.99, you can pick it up for $499.99, but there’s more.

If you purchase it soon, you can get it for 15% more off at $424.99. Talk about a savings.

With its pro-style look and steel frame, this system looks like something that would be used on an NBA court.

Click here to check it out.

From now and until September 1st, you can use our coupon code at Foot Locker to save yourself 15% off any order $75 or more that you purchase online from their store.

Take 15% off these pair of Nike Air Zoom Assassins, now for $129.99.

Or how about the Nike Vapor Jet TD to make you a little lighter on your feet. These cleats are starting out at $99.99.

Click here to get the coupon code and here to get redirected to Foot Locker to see what items you may be interested in.

Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen, the new faces of the Boston Celtics, now have their new jersey available for purchase.

Garnett, who originally wore number 21 in Minnesota, switched over to number five since joining the Celtics and it is now available for $49.99.

And his new partner, Ray Allen’s jersey, is going for the same price, $49.99.

And here’s another deal you can take advantage of. From now and until August 31, you can take 15% off any purchase in the NBA Store, including these jerseys.

Click here to save today.