Strength, Recovery Top 2025 Fitness Goals
Exercisers want it all.
The latest: Life Time’s annual wellness survey highlights demand for holistic fitness, recovery, supplements, and more.
Get right. Recovery protocols are a priority, and 69% of respondents want to incorporate sauna sessions, outpacing ice baths (42%) and assisted stretching (50%).
Stay strong. Building muscle was the top fitness goal, with younger and older demos embracing weights over cardio equipment for strength and longevity.
Feel good. An overwhelming 99% of participants report post-workout happiness boosts, with 80% scheduling regular self-care time — reinforcing the benefits of exercise for mental health.
Still loading… Focused on fitness, nutrition is overlooked — 65% of respondents don’t follow a specific diet or eating philosophy. But, a majority take a daily supplement, and 60% of this group takes two to four products a day.
A heated topic, 61% think GLP-1s have the potential to improve overall health.
Looking ahead: With 75% of people prioritizing health in 2025—up 20% from last year—interest is trending in the right direction. Converting newcomers into regulars is the next challenge.
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