By: Hana Dawood
As summer is approaching a lot of us are thinking about ways we can stay active and enjoy the sun as much as we can. While having picnics, or laying on the beach are great summertime activities, don’t miss out on taking full advantage of staying active and healthy during this time. Here are some outdoor fitness trends so you can stay fit and happy simultaneously this summer.
1. Social Fitness Clubs
Run clubs, walking groups, and cycling meet ups are becoming increasingly popular among young adults who want exercise to feel more engaging and community oriented. These groups combine movement with social interaction, making fitness feel less intimidating and more enjoyable. Social media has also contributed to this trend, with platforms like TikTok and Instagram helping local fitness communities grow rapidly. This summer fitness is shifting away from the idea that workouts must be intense and toward routines that feel sustainable, social, and mentally refreshing.
2. Outdoor Pilates
This activity combines the power of low-impact exercise with relaxing outdoor environments. From beaches to parks, outdoor Pilates can happen anywhere at any time. Pilates has gained more attraction in recent years due to its focus on core strength, flexibility, posture and controlled movements. Now people are practicing it with outdoor environments to make the workout feel less stressful and more enjoyable. Some fitness classes have even started incorporating goats or kittens into outdoor Pilates to create a more fun and relaxing experience.
3. Weighted Vests and the Walking Trend
Walking has become one of the most popular outdoor fitness trends this summer because it offers a simple and sustainable way to stay active. Trends such as “hot girl walks”, hiking, and weighted-vest walking, also known as rucking, have come to light for many young adults. Wearing a weighted-vest allows individuals to improve their endurance, strength and cardiovascular health while feeling like it’s a low-impact exercise. Many people also enjoy walking because it supports mental well-being by reducing stress and encouraging time outdoors during warm weather.
4. Pickleball and Recreational Sports
Sports such as pickleball, beach volleyball, and tennis are attracting people of all ages who want to stay active in a fun and low-pressure environment. Pickleball has gained the most momentum in recent years due to it being very beginner friendly and its friendly social atmosphere. Some people may see these activities as a way to get their workout in and as a way to hang out with friends. As the summer months are right around the corner, recreational sports have become more appealing as an alternative to traditional gym-based fitness.
