Latest Fitness Formats in Vogue in the US

Fitness is one of the most important aspects of everyone's life. It helps you to lead a healthy and happy lifestyle by keeping your body fit and strong. Today, there are many different types of fitness formats in vogue in the US. However, some of these formats have gained more popularity than others. 

In this article, we will discuss some popular fitness formats which are currently trending in America.

Strength and Conditioning

Strength and conditioning is a fitness program that focuses on building muscle and burning fat. You can do strength and conditioning at home or in a gym with free weights or machines. 

In addition to lifting weights, you can use resistance bands, which are less expensive than most other forms of exercise equipment. Many gyms offer classes that focus on strength training. These classes often include tips from personal trainers on how to perform the exercises without injury.

If you have an interest in exercise science but don't want to go back for another year of school after your current degree program is over, consider enrolling in an online master's in strength and conditioning. 

This type of advanced degree will meet the requirements for National Strength and Conditioning Association, and students can also prepare for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam.

CrossFit

CrossFit workouts are short and intense, typically lasting only a few minutes. The goal is to test your strength, endurance, and speed by completing as many repetitions as possible in a set amount of time. In CrossFit, you will do a series of functional movements that mimic real-world activities like lifting heavy things, sprinting, or climbing ropes.

CrossFit workout includes exercises that target large muscles, such as the chest and back, followed by smaller muscles, such as the biceps or triceps. Each class ends with a cool-down period where participants stretch their tired muscles before ending the session by drinking water.

Spinning or Indoor Cycling

Spinning or indoor cycling is a great way to get fit, but it's not for everyone. The room is hot and stuffy, you're on a bike at high speeds in front of strangers, and the instructor yells at you all class. But if you can deal with those things and want to burn calories like crazy, spinning classes are a great option.

As per Statista, the number of participants in indoor cycling groups in the US was approximately 5.94  million in 2021.

Pilates

Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on core strength, flexibility, and balance. It also helps to improve your posture and balance. Pilates can be done as a group class or by yourself with the help of an instructor or online video. According to Statista, 9.8 million people participated in pilates training in the US in 2021, which was the second highest participation the country saw in the program in over a decade.

The equipment used for this type of training has springs and pulleys that allow you to perform movements similar to traditional resistance training without adding weight plates into the mix. 

The idea behind this form of exercise is that by isolating specific muscle groups without any outside forces acting upon them (like gravity), you'll be able to gain more control over those muscles during everyday tasks like lifting objects off the floor or simply standing up straight.

Aerial Yoga

Aerial yoga is a combination of yoga and acrobatics in which participants are suspended from the ceiling. It's a great workout for core muscles, as well as flexibility and strength. Aerial yoga can be done by anyone at any fitness level, making it a fun way to get in shape.

Yoga

Yoga is a mind-body exercise that originated in India. It involves physical postures, called asanas, which are held for extended periods. The word yoga means union, and it can be used to describe the connection between your body and mind, as well as the connection with all things around you. 

Yoga helps you to feel more relaxed and centered, flexible enough to do all of your daily activities without putting unnecessary strain on your body parts or joints.

Yoga has been proven to increase mindfulness levels. The ability to be fully aware at any given moment and consequently improve sleep quality, reduce anxiety symptoms, and lower blood pressure levels in those who practice it regularly.

Barre Workouts

Barre workouts are a combination of dance, Pilates, and yoga. The ballet barre is a fundamental concept in the barre workout. These classes use the ballet barre to improve strength and stability while simultaneously improving flexibility, balance, and posture.

Barre workouts may be beneficial for people with lower back pain or arthritis because they focus on strengthening the core muscles around the spine. Core strengthening exercises help support your spine by building up muscle around it. This can help prevent injuries when you're playing sports or doing physical activity that involves bending over constantly (such as gardening).

Zumba

Zumba is a dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music with an aerobic workout. It's a fun way to get fit and toned while improving your balance, flexibility, and strength.

The class uses moving to fast-paced music to exercise, making it easy for people to follow along in any age group or ability level, even if they've never danced before.

Conclusion

As per Zippia, the global fitness industry is worth over 87 billion USD, and between now and 2028, the industry is expected to see a growth of 171.75% to 434.74 billion USD. In the US, the industry’s revenue alone was 33.25 billion USD in 2021.

With so much happening in the industry regularly, fitness facilities need to keep up with the latest trends. This not only allows them to attract more customers but also helps them stay competitive in today’s marketplace.

Medically reviewed and approved by Nataniel Josue M D.