Sunday, August 23, 2009

Hot Fitness Trends for 2009

If you're wondering what are the hottest trends in fitness this year or even just wanting to "change it up" a bit, here's some fantastic ideas that will be sure to make you sweat, burn some calories, and tone your muscle! The list I found is from ACE (American Council of Exercise) and ranks 1 to 10.

1. Boot camp-style fitness programs. Haven't tried it? Look up a bootcamp in your area and give it a try-you're bound to burn 600 calories in ONE class!


2. Workout plans that are less expensive. (With the economy and all.)
3. Specialty classes like Zumba, Bollywood, Afro-Cuban, and ballroom dancing. These classes are set to rhythmic music and aim to increase cardiovascular fitness while folks have fun.


4. The basics. Fitness professionals believe that people will want to return to basic fitness programs.
5. Circuit training. Circuit training blends strength training and cardiovascular activity at different intensities. Another plus: gyms can set up their own circuit for members to follow.


6. Kettlebell training. These iron weights, traditionally used in Russia, aim to develop whole body fitness and core strength. A fun twist to strength training!


7. Boomer fitness. A focus on fitness led by people 50 and older.
8. Technology-based fitness. Using high-tech gadgets like iPods to help keep workouts engaging, plus an increase in interactive fitness video games.


9. Event or sports-specific exercises. A focus on the simple things, like basketball or volleyball games, or day bike rides. Even triathlons!


10. Mixing it up. Low-intensity cardio or weight training on one day, followed by a high-intensity workout on another day

1 comment:

Allvira said...

How much time duration is required to get the well fitness body shape? And how many [step] exercise should be apply to get the same?? These two questions are wandering in my mind. I must say ACE is having a great plan for your body fitness. With mixing Cardiovascular plan in it, will be very impressive & easiest way to reduce excess fat from the body.
Thanks for the post.
Allvira
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