00:00Young adults across the UK are increasingly turning to strength training.
00:04Sport England data shows gym sessions among 16- to 34-year-olds rose from 17.9% to 18
00:11.6%.
00:12Weight sessions also increased, from 7.2% to 8.5%.
00:17At the same time, some cardio activities have become less popular.
00:21Running participation fell from 23.4% in 2016-17 to 20.9% in 2024-25.
00:29Fitness classes and swimming also recorded declines.
00:32Experts say gyms offer more resistance-based workouts, while social media is influencing how younger people exercise.
00:39Hybrid training, including events such as High Rocks, is also attracting interest.
00:45Running, however, remains highly popular among young adults.
00:48And fitness is becoming a bigger spending priority.
00:52UK Active found 27% of 16- to 34-year-olds prioritized health and fitness spending in 2026.
00:59That compares with 21% in 2024.
01:02The trend shows how younger adults are changing both how they exercise and where they spend their fitness time and
01:08money.
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