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For those who want to not only improve their figure, but also increase their vitality, fitness centers offer a lot of directions. It is sometimes difficult for a person who is far from sports to choose the right one, given that varieties of popular fitness are sometimes transformed into something completely unimaginable. Here you can find cocktails of aerobics, strip dancing, oriental martial arts and special forces training techniques.
The main recommendation: choose directions that correspond to your primary training, and also use techniques that are close to you - if you like to dance, then you will like directions using musical accompaniment, and if you like Chinese philosophy, then pay attention to Tai Chi classes.
Many areas have followed the path of combinatorics, combining aerobics, breathing exercises and strength training. This approach allows you to more effectively influence the body, due to the involvement of different body systems.
On eastern wisdom
Many modern health practices are based on eastern spiritual, meditative and martial practices. This is the harmonious development and improvement of body, spirit and proper breathing. Physical exercise can be combined with meditation and breathing exercises.
Yoga
A popular type of fitness that came to us from Indian teachings. Performing asanas has a beneficial effect on coordination and the musculoskeletal system. However, in case of problems with the spine, the coach must carefully work out a program for the student to prevent the problem from worsening. This type of modern fitness is effective in combating stress.
Taiji
Chinese gymnastics, popular in the Middle Kingdom, is based on spiritual practices and the basics of martial arts. This type of fitness is recommended for people of all ages. It is beautiful, restores joint mobility, and develops discipline.
Kalari Payattu
Another increasingly popular non-traditional fitness activity, which is based on Indian martial practice that harmonizes body and spirit.
Budokon
Or "budokan". Types of physical activities that have gained popularity in Hollywood and have been actively promoted by athletes and film industry stars since 2004. It is also a complex of martial techniques, meditative practices and breathing exercises from yoga and martial arts.
"Smart" clothes
Exercise will become more “technologically enhanced.” Activity trackers have become mainstream, and even those who don't exercise regularly wear them every day to count their steps. However, in 2020, smart clothing will appear.
Microsoft and Google are collaborating with sportswear companies Nike and Under Armour. “Smart” clothing will perform the same functions as trackers: collect data on heart rate, body temperature and muscle activity.
Custom Supplements
People regularly take multivitamin supplements in the belief that they improve their overall health. However, this may not be the case. According to research conducted by the American College of Cardiology, most store-bought vitamin and mineral supplements are ineffective in fighting heart disease, attacks and stroke.
In 2020, an individual approach will be popular. Supplements and vitamins will be prescribed after consultation with a doctor and nutritionist. So the future lies in the collaboration of fitness clubs and clinics. A gym could use its own nutritionist and doctor.
Directions including choreographic elements
Effective exercises from the training program for dancers and ballet dancers have long been mixed with developments in the field of physical education, giving rise to fitness that is attractive to women. Here you can find echoes of street dance, Latin, classical school and even oriental dances.
Baylotherapy
A type of fitness that all lovers of Latin American dance will appreciate. Venezuelan fiery melodies will accompany dance and aerobic exercises. Impossible to resist, recommended for children.
Cardiostrip
These dance fitness classes are for ladies who want not only to lose weight and restore muscle tone, but also to develop grace and sexuality. In addition to movements characteristic of aerobics, the complex includes elements of strip plasticity.
Dance aerobics
Numerous types of fitness for women based on rhythmic movements, music and spectacular combinations. Various styles can be used here - from belledance to Latin American and even African dances.
Pole Dance
This view is imbued with eroticism and seduction. Exercises based on performing a complex with elements of acrobatics on a pole (pylon), which was previously perceived exclusively as an attribute of a show in men's clubs. Now not only women, but also men are improving in this direction.
New Olympic sports
Due to the coronavirus, many public events have already been cancelled. The Tokyo Olympics are under threat. However, if it does happen this year, the new sports added in 2020 will attract many fans of variety in fitness.
Introducing the “newbies” of the Olympics:
- skateboarding;
- surfing;
- karate;
- rock climbing.
Today, more and more people are trying rock climbing and bouldering. Russian athletes are preparing to compete for medals in these sports in Tokyo.
Biohacking
The term "biohacking" can cover a huge variety of types of training. Its essence is to “hack” the body and become healthier and stronger.
In its mildest form, biohacking can mean changing your diet and basic exercise routine. In more extreme cases, people can even implant chips into the body to quickly measure temperature and monitor the heart.
For example, Elon Musk founded the company Neuralink, which is working on a chip designed to be implanted in the brain. The chip will be able to read information and transfer it to a smartphone. It is planned that brain-computer communication technologies will be ready by the end of 2020.
Conclusion
Overall, it is clear that the main trend for 2020 is the integration of exercise, health, happiness and family values. Clubs and trainers should take this trend into account and provide clients with a modern service instead of the usual exercises for “building muscles” and “burning fat.”
Cardio training
These popular fitness trends will help strengthen the cardiovascular system, increase endurance and effectively burn extra calories. Most often, classes are held in groups using rhythmic music.
Shaping
A rhythmic fitness direction that helps restore the body or create the desired shape. Group classes are popular with women and are often held in schools for teenage girls.
Aerobics
One of the popular trends that does not lose relevance. Intensive group classes will help restore muscle tone and vitality to the entire body. One of the first sports areas that came to Russia in the 90s from abroad.
Aquadynamics
Classes are held in a swimming pool, so they will be of interest to teenagers, pregnant women and people with spinal problems, as the water relieves stress from the back. Despite the apparent simplicity of the exercises, they will require effort and after the session you will feel that the muscles have been well worked.
Step aerobics
The peculiarity of this fitness direction is the steps. Various combinations of stepping exercises are used using special step platforms that simulate the ascent and descent of steps.
"Smart" jump ropes
Many social media stars, including Kim Kardashian and Kate Hudson, regularly post about their love of jumping on Instagram. This is an easy option for home training. An ordinary jump rope can cost only a hundred rubles.
The trend in 2020 will be “smart” jump ropes. They will count your jumps, calories burned, and workout duration.
Love for water aerobics
Exercises in and under water – aquafitness of all types – are gaining popularity. True, not all gyms yet have their own swimming pools.
Exercises in the pool offer a lot of variety. In addition, they are suitable for many people suffering from various diseases. For example, from varicose veins on the legs.
Power training
Varieties of fitness areas that actively involve exercises with machines, weights and weights will help increase physical strength and endurance. If until today you were frail, with a lack of muscle mass, then strength training will help correct the situation.
Tai-bo
Classes are conducted in an intensive mode using elements based on Thai boxing techniques. Imitation of blows, dodging, jumping - all at a high pace. Weighting agents may be used.
Kick aerobics
Combined modern trends in fitness are ready to combine effective techniques. As an example, this direction: tai bo, jump rope and strength exercises. Not only muscles are being pumped, the lungs and cardiovascular system are working hard.
Body Sculpt
Fitness suitable for women and effective for men. Work is carried out with a weight of no more than 6 kg, while muscle development remains at a high level. Included in modern types of fitness, aimed at accessibility to a wide range of people.
Cross-fit
This type of fitness is recommended for those who are physically resilient or who want to become one. This area of fitness combines strength and static exercises. The training is carried out in an intensive mode with a constant change of activity.
Zumba
Zumba is a dance alternative. Photo: zumba-fitness.md
If passionate Latin American rhythms are combined with energetic aerobic movements, you get an incendiary fitness mixture called Zumba. Zumba followers are called “celebration evangelists” in the fitness world. The workouts are divided into several levels of difficulty, so both children and cheerful grandmothers can practice.
What's the benefit?
The lesson is designed to work all muscle groups without exhausting loads. Zumba perfectly develops plasticity and a sense of rhythm, helps not only to tone the body, but also to loosen up. During the classes you can master the basic elements of a wide variety of dance styles: from salsa to hip-hop.
Who is it suitable for?
Anyone who loves to dance, wants to learn to feel their body, lose weight and tighten muscles.
Star Followers:
Alexey Yagudin, Alena Sviridova, Shakira, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Michelle Obama.
Fitness with equipment
In addition to hoops and dumbbells, there are other types of sports equipment that can help improve your performance. Types of special fitness have also been developed to relieve stress on the spine, thereby making classes accessible to people whose capabilities may be limited after illness.
Core First
Classes in this area are conducted in 3 stages: dynamic warm-up, then strength exercises to work individual muscle groups and relaxation with stretching. Foam tubes, larger balls and other various equipment are used.
Bosu
Modern trends in fitness use existing developments. Bosu is a trend originating from fitball. A special balancing platform is used for strength, aerobic and cardio training. If we consider the most popular types of fitness, this is one of the most popular.
Slide aerobics
The exercises are performed on a special platform-track, which allows you to imitate the sliding movements of skiers and roller skaters. Classes are conducted in special shoes.
Fitball
Fitness is popular for women, but training on large balls is recommended for children and male athletes for whom it is important to develop a sense of balance. This kind of fitness is often done in groups, but home exercises are also possible.
Gyms for "maintaining mental health"
In recent years, concern for the mental well-being of fitness club visitors has come to the fore. One trend that looks set to become increasingly prominent in 2020 is the rise of “mental health” gyms.
'Mental health' gyms will offer a variety of restorative treatments:
- hypnotherapy;
- consultations with trainers and psychologists,
- sleep seminars,
- meditation sessions.
Classes will take place in rooms with a calming environment, with candles, plants, pillows and natural light.
Family fitness
In 2020, more and more parents will be playing sports with their kids. There is a demand for gyms offering kids' classes so mom and dad can work out while the kids enjoy their team sports or dance classes in one place.
What's more, more families today are looking for alternative fitness regimes that they can all participate in together. This includes walks on Sundays and shooting hoops in the park. Any exercise that promotes family unity will be in demand in 2020.
Fitness for duckweed
These types of activities are popular not only among the fair sex, but also among men. Increasing the elasticity of ligaments, strengthening joints, something that is necessary not only to do the splits. High-quality stretching helps to achieve success in dancing and martial arts. This type of activity is chosen to prevent the development of arthrosis and arthritis.
Calanetics
Popular fitness for women, which can be used by men and children. The direction is based on sets of static exercises taken from yoga and ballet techniques. Physical work is accompanied by correction of breathing, which makes the complex effective for maintaining figure and tone.
Bodyflech
The direction of modern fitness, which is based on sets of stretching exercises for various muscle groups in combination with proper breathing. This practice helps to effectively cope with muscle tension and normalize blood supply to internal organs.
Stretching
The main goal of the classes is to increase the elasticity of the ligaments and the flexibility of the spine. A properly selected program will allow you to perform the splits or stand on a bridge even in adulthood. Exercises can be carried out either independently or with the help of simulators.
Among modern fitness classes, new areas of a comprehensive nature are appearing, combining elements of strength training, cardio and aerobic exercise, stretching exercises, strengthening joints, the spine with the addition of breathing exercises. The new trend is versatility, the ability to cover all body systems. Many fitness areas are adapted not only for men's and women's groups, but also include activities for children: for example, fitball, shaping, dance styles, tai chi and tai bo. Attending classes for young athletes helps develop correct posture, compensates for the lack of movement during school and strengthens the body.
Seven new fitness projects
Introduced in 2012, Peloton developed stationary home bikes and treadmills with subscriptions to hundreds of workouts and streams. In August 2020, they managed to raise $550 million. The total funding was almost a billion dollars, and the company's valuation was up to $4 billion. In five years, 200 thousand people became Peloton customers.
ClassPass allows its customers to visit various studios in the US, several European countries and, most recently, Asia, thanks to the acquisition of similar local player GuavaPass. The company solves the problem of variety of training sessions and convenience of attending them.
Only Peloton is second in terms of the number of investments, but it was with it that the boom in investments into the fitness industry began. In Russia, we have presented a model of a single fitness subscription.
NEO U started in 2020 and was designed as a content platform for fitness instructors and brands that users can subscribe to for $20 per month. Three studio productions are available for recording classes. The service has more than 15 thousand users.
An application that simultaneously plans workouts, monitors nutrition, counts calories and recommends healthy recipes. Clients receive a training package of more than 350 exercises in dozens of different sports. Monetization - paid subscription about $5 per month depending on the country.
The Aaptiv service offers audio training in various areas. The model seems controversial to many, but customer reviews indicate even greater involvement in the training process in the absence of video. Investors also see prospects - more than $50 million have been invested in the project.
A smart mirror that has received more than $40 million in investments. Essentially, this is a screen with live streaming and recordings of workouts. Clients have access to training in yoga, boxing, barre, HIIT, cardio and many other areas. It is also possible to communicate with fellow broadcasters, and synchronization with gadgets collects and displays data on progress and selects the load.
This multi-functional trainer is unique thanks to two technologies: Tonal uses electromagnetism to simulate and control weight, and thanks to machine learning it creates a personal training plan.
Training studio Top Stretching (@topstretching)
The stars love the group and individual training studio for its stylish atmosphere (one of the locations with panoramic windows is located in the North Tower business center in Moscow City) and excellent trainers. In total, there are currently six studios operating in Moscow and St. Petersburg. Top Stretching was founded by Anna Kanyuk, who inspires her celebrity clients to new achievements with just her appearance. The studio is loved by professional athlete Daria Zakharenkova, model and blogger Sofia Kazakova, Alesya Kafelnikova, blogger Daria Kostromitina. At Top Stretching you can do CrossFit, train on TRX loops, go to splits school or go to airstretching.
Where: there are studios near the Novoslobodskaya, Novokuznetskaya, Delovoy Tsentr, Chekhovskaya and Kuntsevskaya metro stations.
Kangu jumps
Singer Jasmine masters kangaroo jumps. Photo: personal archive
Jumping in jumpers (that's what special boots for Kangoo Jumps are called) is at least a lot of fun. Outwardly, they are somewhat similar to rollers, only instead of wheels there are springs. Many people simply buy these boots and run in them on the weekends. But you can go to Kangoo Jumps in special studios, where they will teach you how to jump with double benefit, getting rid of extra pounds.
What's the benefit?
Training in such jumping boots is very intense, so it’s easy to get rid of extra calories. The body's endurance increases, muscles become stronger, coordination of movements and the functioning of the vestibular apparatus improves. By the way, during classes, such boots reduce the load on joints by 80%.
Cornelia Mango studies at a dance school with instructor Anna Estina. Photo: personal archive
Who is it suitable for?
For energetic lovers of active sports and running.
Star Followers:
Jasmine, Cornelia Mango.
Nutrition
Everything here is quite simple and traditional.
- Nutrition should be balanced in the amount of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. At the same time, you should avoid fatty foods, fast food, carbonated drinks, and sweet baked goods.
- Eat more vegetables and, in general, various slow or long-term carbohydrates: porridge made from whole grain cereals - buckwheat, oatmeal, wheat, barley (it is better to avoid semolina and rice), eat greens, legumes. Consume low-fat dairy products, eggs, lean meats, and fish.
- It is better to eat more often and in small portions.
- Do not fry, food should be boiled, steamed or baked. Drink more water - 2-3 liters per day.
There are special diets for drying the body, the main principle of which is to never starve. Drying involves working out in the gym and correctly dosing the intake of proteins into the body (they take up the maximum amount of food), sharply reducing carbohydrates and fats.
Lessons with a hemisphere (Bosu)
A low rubber hemisphere on a plastic platform is a convenient exercise machine for use in the gym and at home. Bosu exercises are reminiscent of both step aerobics and fitball exercises: they perfectly improve posture, train the vestibular system, help maintain a slim figure, and develop flexibility, agility and endurance.
The hemisphere is used not only as an independent exercise machine, but also as a device for Pilates, which is loved by many.
Fitness club Crocus Fitness (@crocusfitness)
The first Crocus Fitness studio opened its doors in June 2020. Many Russian stars came to support the opening of the club in the fall (Alexandra Savelyeva, Yulia Baranovskaya, Mitya Fomin and others). Now the organizers have opened pre-sales of season tickets to the second and third clubs in Kuntsevo and Zemlyanoy. It’s worth considering if you want to train side by side with Yulia Lysenko and Yulia Baranovskaya. The club has seven programs: Less Mills (group training based on choreography), Mind & Body (Pilates, stretching, yoga), combat, aquatic, dance and children's.
Where: see the schedule and choose a suitable location.
Who is suitable for strength programs?
Classic male and female bodybuilding (bodybuilding) is slowly losing popularity. The prospect of strongly building muscles, but losing health at the same time, is repulsive, because without anabolic steroids this cannot be done. But still, if you really want to “sculpt” an athletic figure, try the following types of fitness:
- natural bodybuilding - training without the use of any doping;
- body fitness - all pharmacology is acceptable, but not required, since the main goal of the classes is to “build” a body with harmonious proportions, but without too bulky muscles;
- women's fitness bikini - forms a beautiful athletic body, but without obvious muscle relief (feature of the direction: in addition to strength training, regular cardio exercises are also used);
- male beach or men's physicist - helps to form an aesthetic physique with an emphasis on the harmonious proportions of a wide back, shoulder girdle and narrow waist, while the use of hormonal drugs is not allowed.
Do you want to become the owner of not “puffy” muscles, like those of bodybuilders, but voluminous and strong muscles? We advise you to pay attention to men's and women's powerlifting. This sport is similar to weightlifting. By the way, those who want can take part in competitions of various levels. Powerlifting is included in the program of the World and Paralympic Games. Participants are divided not only into weight categories, but also into age categories. At competitions, powerlifting with a barbell is performed in the following disciplines: bench press on a horizontal bench, deadlift, squat with an apparatus on the shoulders.
Budokon
Budokon - yoga, martial arts, and meditation. Photo: budokonuniversity
This fitness trend has already been tested by Hollywood. “The Way of the Spiritual Warrior” was created by star trainer Cameron Shane. He combined elements of yoga, oriental martial arts and meditation techniques into Budokon. The result is not just a sport, but a real philosophy and spiritual practice. The main goal in Budokon is to surpass yourself physically and spiritually.
What's the benefit?
Helps you gain not only excellent physical shape, but also mental balance. Training improves dexterity and coordination of movements. In addition, martial arts techniques can be useful in self-defense. Much attention is paid to proper breathing, and meditation techniques help you learn to relax in any tense situation.
In addition to physical and spiritual exercises, Budokon involves proper nutrition. It consists of giving up meat products and sugar. At the same time, the consumption of plant foods is encouraged: vegetables, grains, fruits and honey.
These asanas will definitely improve your coordination. Photo: budokonuniversity
Who is it suitable for?
Fashionable and incredibly useful workouts are suitable for active and business people who usually have little time for sports. After all, three different directions are combined in one training. And also for those who are easily ready to give up meat.
Star Followers:
Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Meg Ryan, Rene Russo.
Fitness clubs Encore (@encorerus)
Nika Shatova, Olga Medynich and Anzhelika Timanina go to the Encore City clubs in Yasenevo. In the Moscow City "Oko" skyscraper, for example, there are 8 zones: a 25-meter-long swimming pool, a thermal complex with a salt bath and a snow room, an Encore spa (the menu includes hardware cosmetology, anti-aging therapy and figure correction), a space for martial arts with a large boxing ring, a functional training area with the Synyrgy 360 complex (a station where you can simultaneously strengthen muscles, stretch and work on weight loss), a studio for 60 group programs with TRX loops and hammocks for anti-gravity yoga.
Where: Moscow City, OKO Skyscraper, 1st Krasnogvardeisky Proezd, 21, building 2, 3rd floor; Novoyasenevsky Prospekt, 9.
High-tech fitness studios
High-tech fitness equipment designed to enhance workout performance will become more accessible in studios.
“NOVA Fitness Innovation in New York City uses full-body electrical stimulation (EMS) suits and claims that the suits make a NOVA workout three times more effective than the same workout without EMS. I predict 2020 will bring more studios like this,” says Amanda Caprito, certified personal trainer and CrossFit Level-1 coach.
Smart body - developing flexibility and relaxation
The unusual direction of fitness, called the “smart body”, can hardly be called a pure version of cardio training, although in some classifications it is included there. The main postulate of this type of training is to sensitively listen to the sensations of your body.
Calm movements and static postures, accompanied by a certain rate of breathing, prevail here. Extra pounds disappear as a result of regular training, although this does not happen as quickly as in other types of fitness.
The main advantage is that in general the body becomes healthier, a person’s posture is aligned, the body becomes more flexible and resilient. With the help of this direction you can get rid of stress and nervous tension.
The “smart body” direction includes the following types of fitness classes:
- bodyflex;
- callanetics;
- fitness yoga;
- stretching;
- Pilates.
Such static exercises are perfect for residents of large and noisy cities, who vitally need to relax in silence at least several times a week. Many of the above types of static fitness harmoniously combine elements of aerobics and yoga.
