Fitness, according to the American Council on Exercise......

Here’s top 10 fitness trend rundown for 2009 :


1. Boot camp-style fitness programs.

2. Workout plans that are less expensive.

3. Specialty classes like Zumba, Bollywood, Afro-Cuban, and ballroom dancing. These classes are set to rhythmic music and aim to increase cardiovascular fitness while folks have fun.

4. The basics. Fitness professionals believe that people will want to return to basic fitness programs.

5. Circuit training. Circuit training blends strength training and cardiovascular activity at different intensities. Another plus: gyms can set up their own circuit for members to follow.

6. Kettlebell training. These iron weights, traditionally used in Russia, aim to develop whole body fitness and core strength.

7. Boomer fitness. A focus on fitness led by people 50 and older.

8. Technology-based fitness. Using high-tech gadgets like iPods to help keep workouts engaging, plus an increase in interactive fitness video games.

9. Event or sports-specific exercises. A focus on the simple things, like basketball or volleyball games, or day bike rides.

10. Mixing it up. Low-intensity cardio or weight training on one day, followed by a high-intensity workout on another day.