Update Your Workout With Five Fitness Trends

New Year, new beginnings. there is no better time than presentto update your exercise routine with some hot fitness trends thatare sweeping the nation.

“If you are happy with your old workout, that’s fine,” says SaraOliver, CPT, owner of Bay Area TX Adventure Boot Camp. “But fitnessis an evolving field and you may want to revamp your existingroutine by adding some new exercises. there is always room forimprovement!”

Oliver points out that every year, American Council on Exerciseand American College of Sports Medicine, both reputable authoritieson health and fitness, investigate and publish the most effectiveand beneficial exercises for disease prevention, weight management,and overall wellbeing.


“With all the new research, we gain a better understanding ofhow our bodies function and respond to physical activity,” Oliversays. “And, as we become more knowledgeable, we revise the existingexercise guidelines and recommendations to include the newfindings.”


So what are the hot new trends in fitness for 2011?


Boot camps. “Actually, they’ve been ‘hot’ for a couple of years,and for a good reason,” Oliver says.“By incorporatingcardiovascular, strength, endurance and flexibility drills in bothoutdoor and indoor settings, these sessions provide a total bodyworkout, which is one of the reasons why they are so popular. plus,boot camps are about 80% less expensive than personal training, sothey give you more bang for your buck but with many of the samebenefits – an important consideration in this sluggisheconomy.”


Core training. “It rocks because it conditions middle-bodymuscles, including the pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen—all ofwhich support the spine. A stronger core will alleviate back pain,while reducing the risk of injury to the back and pelvis whenlifting and bending over.”


Strength training. “Among other benefits, this workoutwillimprove your muscle tone, endurance, and posture, as well asincrease the bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.”


Exercise and weight loss. “Obesityis a serious problem in ourcountry, one which can lead to diabetes, heart disease, and manyother life-threatening illnesses. More and more people realize thisand are starting to do something about it before it’s too late.along with healthy nutrition (rather than fad diets), regularphysical activity is a key component of a successful weight lossprogram.”


Group training. “A lot people get bored and discouraged whenthey exercise alone. Working out in a group is much more enjoyable;plus, it’s a great motivator – you are not as likely to throw inyour towel. That’s why combining a great workout with fun socialinteractions is an increasingly popular way to exercise.”


About Bay Area TX Adventure Boot Camp:
Sara Oliver, CPT opened Adventure Boot Camp in the Bay Area inOct. 2006 and has expanded to include over 7 times and locations.Schedules and client testimonials are available atGetToBootCamp.com. Sara, a certified boot camp instructor with12 years of experience in the fitness industry, can be reached or 713-515-5081.