Titled Fitness and Wellness Vibes in 2022: Unveiling the Trends
With a new year upon us, and the last one being quite an eventful one, we at Greatist are optimistic for 2022. Here are our predictions for the health, wellness, and fitness trends that will shape the year:
Our Predictions for 2022
Wellness as a Way of Life
Following another tumultuous year, people are realizing the importance of holistic self-care. Rather than just a hobby, wellness will become a part of people's identities in 2022. Functional furniture, intuitive wearables, and thoughtfully designed clothing will help integrate wellness into daily life in a seamless manner.
Brands to Watch:- Resonate: Modern seating solution that integrates vibration, light, and sounds to enhance meditation.- Agogie: Resistance band pants offer a workout even during daily activities.- Fitbit: Daily Readiness Score guides users on rest days or intense workout sessions.
Affordable Smart Fitness
Smart fitness devices are becoming more accessible, thanks to the competition between digital fitness companies and traditional gyms. The Great Peloton Price Drop in 2021 has shown the potential for affordable smart fitness options.
Brands to Watch:- Tempo Studio: Offers AI feedback with physical weights, now available at a more reasonable price.- Macvon: An affordable smart home fitness company with competitive pricing.- Amazon Halo View: Amazon's budget-friendly fitness watch, offering comprehensive features.
Making Peace with Periods
Periods are getting a makeover. There's a rising number of natural alternatives for period pain relief, and sustainable disposable products are on the rise.
Brands to Watch:- PowerDot: Provides medication-free period pain relief via wearables.- Natural Cycles: FDA-approved birth control app that uses temperature and cycle tracking.- The Period Company: Offers affordable period underwear for a more sustainable period experience.
The Food Renaissance
People are craving connection, and this includes revisiting traditional food practices and reconnecting with family and food traditions. Home gardening, fermenting, and farm-to-table concepts are becoming more popular in 2022.
Brands to Watch:- The Farmstand (from Lettuce Grow): A no-nonsense hydroponic garden that grows vegetables indoors.- Ninja: Offers budget-friendly kitchen appliances for home cooks.- Farmer Jones Farm: Provides curated boxes of home-grown goodies for food enthusiasts.
Customized Everything
Personalization is key in 2022. Brands are now offering products and services tailored to individuals based on their unique needs, fitness goals, and preferences.
Brands to Watch:- The Good Feet Store: Custom orthotic inserts for various footwear styles and preferences.- Viome: Offers tailored supplements based on DNA tests and gut microbiome analysis.- FlexIt: Delivers live virtual personal training sessions, customized for each user.
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Overall Trends for 2025
The following trends can be expected in health and wellness in 2025:
- Strength Training Surge: With growing awareness about its anti-aging effects, strength training is predicted to remain popular.
- Personalized Wellness: Brands will be increasingly focused on personalizing health solutions to cater to the unique needs of individuals.
- Integration of Technology: Technology will continue to play a significant role in health and wellness solutions.
- Wellness Communities: Fitness communities are expected to provide valuable physical and mental support, especially in a post-pandemic world.
- Holistic Approaches: A shift towards holistic approaches, encompassing aspects like mental health, well-being, and nutrition, will become more prominent.
- Mushroom Coffee and Mindful Eating: Mushroom coffee and mindful eating practices will gain popularity as people seek more holistic health solutions.
- Virtual Reality Workouts: Virtual reality workouts will gain popularity due to their accessibility and engaging nature.
- Sleep Optimization: Devices and apps will help users understand and improve their sleep patterns for better overall health.
These trends indicate a move towards personalized, technologically integrated, and holistic health and wellness solutions.
In 2022, individuals will integrate wellness into their daily lives through the use of functional furniture, intuitive wearables, and thoughtfully designed clothing, making wellness equipment like Resonate and Agogie popular choices. Additionally, with the increasing affordability of smart fitness devices, brands like Tempo Studio and Amazon Halo View will see an increase in popularity, making fitness technology more accessible to the general public.
