Top Fitness Trends for 2008

Fitness enthusiasts are always looking for the next latest greatest way to get and stay in shape. Every year there are hundreds if not thousands of fitness ideas and products that are released. Some make it, most do not. Here is a list of the latest trends for 2008 as predicted by the American Council on Fitness.

1. Educated and experienced Fitness Professionals

2. Programs that target childhood obesity

3. Personal Training

4. Strength Training

5. Core Training

6. Programs for the older adult

7. Pilates

8. Functional Fitness

9. Swiss Ball Training

10. Yoga

Some similar faces and some new ones. As you can see 2 of the top 3 focus on the fitness professional and the role they play in getting people into the gym and into shape in a safe and effective manner.