FERNWOOD FITNESS - PULSE eMagazine - Issue#14 - Flipbook - Page 33
Why is fitness so
big among younger
generations?
Mental health bene昀椀ts –
Exercise is widely recognised
as a powerful tool for managing
stress, anxiety, and depression.
More people now work out to
feel good, not just to look good.
Functional 昀椀tness – Workouts
that mimic everyday
movements (like squats, lunges,
and bodyweight exercises) are
growing in popularity, making
昀椀tness more practical and
sustainable.
Social 昀椀tness – Gym sessions,
running clubs, group workouts,
and outdoor activities are
replacing traditional ‘big nights
out’ for many young Australians.
Technology & gami昀椀cation –
From 昀椀tness apps to wearable
trackers, the digital world has
made exercise more interactive,
engaging, and communitydriven.
Australia’s 昀椀tness trends re昀氀ect
this shift. In 2024, the country’s
top 昀椀tness trend was Exercise
for Mental Health, highlighting
just how much people now value
the mind-body connection.
Globally, we’re seeing a similar
pattern. Social 昀椀tness is
booming, with more people
choosing active experiences
over alcohol-fuelled nights.
Whether it’s hiking, yoga
retreats, or ‘sweatworking’
(networking through 昀椀tness),
staying active is now a core
part of modern socialising.
