5 Workout Trends You Can Expect To See In 2025

The fitness industry has witnessed massive growth in exercise trends, including a renewed interest in Pilates and various at-home workouts. If staying fit is part of your New Year’s resolutions, you are probably excited to know what exercises are worth trying.

What fitness trends are professionals predicting for 2025? You may be surprised by the mix of old and new routines.

It’s been decades since Pilates was created, but it has become one of the most viral exercise trends of 2024. It’s a low-impact workout focusing on building mobility and strength, improving posture and strengthening the core. Physiotherapist Helen O’Leary predicts that smaller class sizes and private sessions will become a hit next year.

“The trend for small group classes will likely continue,” Helen told Stylist. “Physiotherapists have been using modified Pilates for decades to help prevent and rehabilitate from injury, so Pilates undertaken on a small group or 1:1 basis will provide the space for people to tailor their workouts to their personal goals.”

TikTok user Annie Dayoon Kim recommends a private lesson for beginners so the instructor can constantly correct your form as you perform the exercises.

Running has a low barrier to entry since all you need are shoes, proper attire and the motivation to get moving, which will make running clubs popular next year. According to running coach Victoria Roos-Olsson, having an accountability group or partner helps you stay committed to the activity, making it ideal for people who want to kick-start their fitness era.

Many single people are joining running clubs to meet potential partners. With the decline of dating app usage and dating burnout, more individuals are lacing up and hitting the pavement to socialize. If you’re tired of swiping through profiles and want an active way to meet others, this is worth trying.

According to certified personal trainer Mallory Fox, this structured routine involves three days of resistance training, two days of Pilates and one day of cardio weekly. The strength training days must target the lower body, upper body and full body, respectively. The Pilates sessions build balance and core strength, and cardio enhances mental focus and circulation. In general, it provides a well-rounded regimen that targets your overall well-being.

Fox told “Well and Good” that it helps build the mind-body connection and improve consistency, which is required to improve bone density, build lean body mass, and boost basal metabolic rate.

TikTok user and Pilates coach Courteney Fisher claims that a consistent workout will make you feel stronger after two weeks.

As its name suggests, HIIT is a high-intensity workout that takes cardio to another level. It was one of the top 2023 gym trends and will continue to dominate in 2025 according to Dr. Alexios Batrakoulis and the American College of Sports Medicine. HIIT appeals as an exercise model with the goal being to maximize benefits in a short amount of time.

TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour said that HIIT can turn your 30-minute walking routine into 15 minutes daily and still provide the same calorie burn. You can incorporate speed-walking, arm punches and various kicks in the comfort of your home.

YouTuber MadFit uploaded an at-home 30-minute full-body HIIT workout three years ago that remains popular with viewers. People in the comments reported positive results, such as weight loss and better stamina.

If you’re on #fitnesstok, you’ve probably heard of rucking, which means walking with a weighted backpack. It’s rooted in military training, where “ruck” refers to rucksack and ruck marching, a vital skill among soldiers. While it sounds easy, you should walk first before trying this out. Walk for 30 minutes and reach 10,000 steps daily to help condition your body.

According to nutrition and fitness coach Steph Gaudreau, the ideal weight for beginners should be between 10 and 20 pounds, but it will ultimately depend on how conditioned you are, your strength training progress and your weight. If you’re consistently working out or are generally fit, you can increase the weight, but you can always build up slowly and surely.

2025 is shaping up as an exciting year for fitness enthusiasts. Incorporate some of these workouts into your routine to challenge yourself and boost your wellness. Which of these are you most excited to try out?