TRIPLE THREAT SERIES - EPISODE #02: Strength is King: Why You Can’t Ignore This Trend
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Strength training isn't just trending—it's DOMINATING the fitness landscape in 2025. The American College of Sports Medicine now ranks traditional strength training as the #1 fitness modality, but what does this mean for group fitness instructors?
Today on the podcast, Will Brereton breaks down the massive shift toward strength training across all demographics, explains why this trend is fundamentally different from past fitness fads, and provides practical strategies for incorporating strength elements into any class format!
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Highlights: Here's a glance at this episode...
(00:00) Introduction to the strength training revolution
(01:15) Key data points showing strength's dominance in fitness
(03:30) Breakdown of demographic shifts toward strength training
(05:45) Why this trend differs from previous fitness fads
(07:30) How major gym chains are restructuring for strength
(08:45) Practical ways to incorporate strength into any class format
(10:30) Action steps for instructors with limited equipment
Links and References mentioned in this episode:
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Fitness Trends for 2025
Will’s Facebook, Instagram and Email Address
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