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According to a survey by the American Council on Exercise, here are what they see as the Top Ten Fitness Trends For 2011:

The Economic Upswing – Consumers are preparing for an economic upswing that is motivating more individuals to resume their personal training and fitness regimens

Added-Value Wellness Services – More gyms and clubs are hiring other healthcare professionals to serve the expanding needs of their health-conscious members such as nutritionists.

Stress Reduction Through Fitness – With the increased knowledge of how stress negatively affects the body, gyms and clubs will start offering wellness programs so their members develop effective strategies for managing their stress levels

Technology Becomes A Support Resource – Social networks like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube will become increasingly popular serving as an online motivational support system to complement personal training sessions.

Buddy System – Healthy support groups will become a more popular offering due to peer encouragement and increased potential for success.

Most Popular Workouts – Boot camp-style workouts remain popular among consumers based on its intensity and efficiency. Zumba continues to offer a fun alternative to more traditional dance classes, while TRX Suspension training offer intense workout experiences with good results.

Youth-Based Fitness – Expect to see more youth-focused classes and clients popping up in gyms thanks to the national attention and focus on childhood obesity.

Corporate Wellness – Whether it is through the hiring of in-house personal trainers or discounts and incentives offered to employees that join a health club, corporate wellness programs will emerge to help encourage healthy lifestyles among workers, especially time-crunched consumers.

Elevated Professionalism – With consumers becoming more educated and fitness-savvy, they understand the need for fitness professionals with proper education and quality certifications.