Fitness Trends for 2023

So here it is the 2023 ACSM annual forecast, 4,500 health and fitness pros predict what you’ll see in fitness next year

In its 17th year, this annual international survey found that technology continues to impact the fitness industry, so it’s not surprising that the more than 4,500 health and fitness pros surveyed identified wearables as the #1 trend for 2023. Several emerging trends that will influence the industry in the coming year.

1. Wearable Technology. Think fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors, and GPS tracking devices, including tech that can monitor heart rate, calories, sitting time, sleep and more.

2. Strength Training - Utilising different strength training aids and equipment to build strength and longevity.

3. Body Weight Training - Techniques that focus on body weight as the primary resistance such as lunges, squats, push ups, chin ups etc

4. Fitness Programs - For Older Adults. Programming focused on the aging population and its unique needs.

5. Functional Training - Training to improve balance, coordination, functional strength and endurance to improve activities of daily living.

6. Outdoor Activities - Pursuits and organized events hiking led by health and fitness professionals. Activities can be short events, day-long events, or planned multi day excursions.

7. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). These exercise programs typically involve repeated bouts of high-intensity exercise such as weight training, running, cycling or even walking combined with periods of rest.

8. Exercise for Weight Loss. This trend incorporates weight loss programs like nutrition and cooking classes with an exercise routine.

9. Employing Certified Fitness Professionals. Hiring certified health and fitness professionals who have completed educational programs and fully accredited health/fitness certifications.

10. Personal Training. Personal training includes goal setting, fitness assessment and exercise programming with a trainer in one-on-one settings.