Fitness benefits of strength training: While trends may come and go, it remains a reliable form of workout that helps build strength and muscle mass, especially for those in their 30s and 40s (Image: Pexels)
With the internet, there is greater awareness about ways to stay healthy and fit. While a well-balanced diet is an essential part, many people took to different forms of workouts to beat the monotony of doing the same exercises at the gym in 2025.
From cardio to Pilates, fitness enthusiasts experimented with a variety of techniques that you shouldn't miss.
Cardio continued to be a popular form of exercise, with walking and running being the most common choices. This was evident in the number of trends that emerged on the internet this year, from Japanese interval training to the 6-6-6 style. Not just this, fitness creator Dayan Kolev showed his followers what jumping rope can do to the body, inspiring millions to join him.
Pilates took over 2025 in a big way, with a boom in studios across popular cities in India. Part of the wellness trend, it has come to be loved for its functional, low-impact exercises that help build strength and endurance. It is also hailed for improving flexibility, balance, and coordination. Fitness trainers like Yasmin Karachiwala and Namrata Purohit are popular for training celebrities in this form.
In 2025, fitness challenges piqued the curiosity of workout enthusiasts, and HYROX gained more popularity than ever before. It is a race that combines 8 kilometres of running with eight functional workout stations. Hosted indoors, most fitness experts and enthusiasts join it for the thrill of its hybrid and electrifying format. This year's races held in Mumbai and Delhi were quite successful.
Strength trainingcontinued to rule in 2025. While trends may come and go, it remains a reliable form of workout that helps build strength and muscle mass, especially for those in their 30s and 40s. Its benefits are also endorsed by doctors and nutritionists. Fitness influencer Rohit Khatri ranked among the top names who inspired netizens with his workouts this year.
For many, longevity and strength took precedence, which brought hybrid functional movement into the spotlight. It combines versatile fitness styles like endurance, mobility, and bodyweight workouts for a more holistic experience. Reportedly, it emerged as a growing trend in 2025, with many taking to it.