A lot of fitness trends have come and gone through the previous decade. Some were beneficial, and some were really not. The good news is, the new decade has started, and it is already looking like the best year so far for health and wellness.
In 2019, the number one fitness trend was HIIT, like F45 Training, and yet again in 2020, it has grabbed the number oneplace followed by group exercise and wearable fitness gadgets.
We have also had a digital fitness boom in the last few years, we now have incredible hi-tech equipment and devices. Other than that, we can see that the focus of exercising has changed dramatically from working out purely to geteight packs to exercising for thepositive impact it can have on mental health; Both mental and physical fitness is now a top priority.
Let’s see what the hottest and sweatiest projected fitness trends of 2020 are:
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training)
People have now started seeking more efficient workouts, they want more sweat in less time. HIIT is a form of interval training alternating short periods of intense exercise. HIIT is loved by people for being more uniquely effective for fat loss than othertraditional workouts.
The main advantage of HIIT is that your body continues to burn fat even after your workout, which means calories are burned during and after exercise.
Many people prefer HIIT because of its potential to burn maximum calories in the minimum amount of time. It is projected that HIIT will continue to remain popular in 2020, just like it was in 2019.
Wearable Fitness Devices and App Technology.
Nowadays people are getting more and more interested in fitness statistics. They want to know how much progress they are making every hour or even every minute. Wearable fitness devices and app technology have made this possible.
While different styles of wearable devices, might go out of trend, the technology that has won the hearts of millions, will not. Heart rate monitors, fitness trackers, smartwatches, and GPS fitness trackers are continuing to top fitness trends, and we will most likely see a continuous trend, even if the style of these devices changes.
Group Training
Working out ingroups was a fitness trend in 2019, and it is still looking to remain on the list in 2020. In a group exercise class, the trainers teach, lead, and motivate the trainees in a way that makes the exercises fun and effective for people of all different levels.
Group training is not only for thosewho love meeting new people and making friends, but working out in groups can make people feel more comfortable and confident.
Getting close to Nature
There are many forms of outdoor exercise that is just as effective as indoor exercise. Whether it’s a runon a beach, a short hike, or mountain climbing, each of these activities can burn a lot of calories and be a lot of fun.
This trend emerged due to the positive impact being outdoors can have on your mental health. Adding exercise to this mix can really improve both your mood and your fitness; it’s the best of both worlds. When you exercise outdoors, you will also find that your body will encounter a constantly changing environment,meaning you have put in more effort to dodge obstacles, making you work harder when you exercise outdoors.
Do What You Love
The most important one is to do what you love. Positive mindset trends have made it more common and more encouraged to choose an exercise that you truly enjoy, not that just keeps you fit. Whether it’s HIIT, group training, or outdoor training, you have to do what you love. This is one trend that you must follow in 2020 for your healthiest year yet.
This trend will make you happy, and being happy means complimentary endorphins for your body. Doing what makes you happy will not only enhance your physical health but also boost your mental health, to keep you happy and healthy all year round.
