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  1. Fitness Over 50 Is Hot — Again!

     

    You might not realize it, but if you’re getting fit or staying fit after 50, you are riding the wave of one of the hottest trends in fitness around the world.

    TWO trends, actually, according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), which has released its 17th annual survey on the hot topics in the fitness industry.
    Ranked No. 1: wearable technology, like smartwatches and fitness trackers that can monitor heart rate, calories, and other data.

    No. 2: Strength training with free weights, like barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells.

    No. 3: Body weight training uses the body as its source of resistance.

    Now, each of the top three applies to people over 50, right? You might wear a smartwatch, and we know that strength training is essential for healthy aging, whether with free weights or body weight.

    But the fourth and fifth items on the list get right to it.

    No. 4: Fitness programs for “older adults” made a comeback into the top 10.

    No. 5: Functional fitness training focuses on improving balance, coordination, functional strength, and endurance for everyday activities outside the gym.

    This doesn’t surprise us since we are big believers and advocates for fitness over 50, including functional fitness, whether you want to:

    • Achieve athletic excellence or maintain a healthy weight…
    • Travel the world with confidence, or play with your grandkids…
    • Or feel better, move better, and look better while making your doctor and spouse happy.

    If those are “trendy” concerns, we are pleased to be considered “cool.”

    The list reflects some interesting changes fueled by the Covid-19 pandemic. For example, home gyms fell from No. 2 last year to No. 13.

    “The health and fitness industry is returning to the basics,” said Walter Thompson, former ACSM president and lead author of the survey. That follows how fitness professionals pivoted during the worst months of the pandemic to provide service for people wanting to exercise primarily at home.

    Take This as Encouragement

    We hope this year’s list gives you a little extra encouragement to exercise or keep at it. We know it’s challenging either way sometimes, especially if you are starting.

    But this shows that you’re not alone as an “older” adult pursuing a healthy lifestyle! And we are here to help you feel comfortable, stay safe, and achieve results for the lifestyle YOU WANT TO LIVE.

    Finally, it’s interesting to see how various regions and countries rank trends. For example, Australia ranked “Fitness Programs for Older Adults” first, and Spain led with functional fitness.

    Europe put “bodyweight training” at the top, Mexico liked weight loss programs, and the United States matched the overall global ranking for the top spot, wearable tech.

    Fitness over 50 knows no boundaries. Let’s get it! At Your Personal Best Training Studio, our Functional Aging Specialist will improve your balance, functional strength, and endurance. Start now by trying our 21-Day Strength and Longevity Program.


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