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FIT
WHAT’S
TRENDING
IN FITNESS
BY CHRIS RABBA
If 2026 had a 昀椀tness vibe,
it would be this: train for
life, not just for a sel昀椀e.
Australia’s latest Fitness
Trends Report (Top 20
Australia) paints a picture
of a 昀椀tness scene that
is re昀椀ning rather than
reinventing. The big
movers are still strong,
but there is a noticeable
rise in recovery, mobility,
昀氀exibility and mind body
options, plus a steady shift
towards longevity, holistic
wellbeing, and easier
access to training.
So what does that mean
for everyday people who
just want to feel better,
move easier, and keep up
with life without needing
a foam roller addiction?
Let’s break down the most
talked about trends in
plain English.
Longevity is the
headline act
The number one trend
in Australia is Fitness
Programs for Older Adults,
staying 昀椀rmly at top
spot again. The point is
simple: Australians want
to keep moving well for
longer, with programs that
support independence,
mobility, and quality of life.
And before you think
“that is not me”,
longevity training is
not age locked. It is
basically smart training
for anyone who wants
to feel good at 40, 50,
60 and beyond. Think
strength, balance,
mobility, and consistency.
Pilates keeps climbing
(and it is not slowing
down)
Pilates has surged into the
number two position in
Australia, with the report
calling out reformer studio
growth and broad appeal
from beginners through
to athletes.
Why the obsession?
Pilates hits a sweet spot:
core strength, control,
mobility, and that feeling
of standing taller after
class. It can also be
tailored to different
bodies and goals, which
makes it a crowd pleaser.
Exercise for mental
health is mainstream now
One of the clearest
signals in the report
is that exercise is
