US Exercise Trends Market Report 2023

Stay ahead of the curve and future-proof your business with Mintel’s US Exercise Trends Market Report 2023. Our full report is packed with consumer-led market intelligence, US fitness industry trends and consumer behaviors affecting your business. Get a 360° view of the US exercise market, including market size, share and forecasted growth to help you align your business strategy with the needs of your audience.

Below, we’ve handpicked the key insights analyzed in the full report and summarized the core topics.

Topics Analyzed in this Report

• Where exercise ranks among consumers’ current priorities.
• Exerciser profile based on workout frequency.
• Drivers and barriers for exercising and popular types of exercise.
• Consumers’ attitudes toward exercise and preferred exercise locations.
• What’s happening in the US fitness industry including attitudinal data on smart exercise equipment.

Exercise Trends: Overview

Inflation is impacting how people exercise, but not so much the level of exercise. There is less willingness to spend on expensive gym memberships, smart exercise machines or elaborate home gym setups at the current moment, so exercise that can be done for free or at a low cost is priotized. Meanwhile, health priorities, like nutrition, better sleep or boosting immunity also present opportunities for the exercise space.

• US exercise trends: 73% of US adults exercise at least once a week, with Gen Z and millennials the most active.

US Exercise Market: Opportunities

Physical and mental benefits

A majority of exercisers stay active to manage weight, rev up energy or gain strength. But mental health benefits like stress reduction and mood-boosting are increasingly cited as motivators. A growing number of consumers are interested in mental wellness exercises such as yoga and meditation.

• US fitness industry opportunity: 55% of consumers are interested in mental wellness-focused exercises, e.g. yoga and meditation.

The desire for personalized fitness

A majority of US consumers are interested in personalized exercise routines based on their unique biometrics. Recommendations can include type and length of workout, level of difficulty or number of reps. AI will play a major role in curated health as AI-powered apps, wearables and equipment emerge on the fitness front.

• US exercise market opportunity: 56% of US exercisers are interested in personalized exercise routines based on their unique biology.

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Active Brands in the US Exercise Market

Nike, Fitbit, Cult.fit, Peleton, Zwift, Solelp, FiyZR, Tonal, Lululemon, Wonder Yoga.

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Expert Insights from a Retail Analyst

This report, written by Diana Smith, a leading retail analyst, delivers in-depth commentary and analysis to highlight the latest exercise trends and add expert context to the numbers.

Consumers are prioritizing their health and wellbeing more than ever, leaving endless opportunities for fitness facilitators to be personal guides along the way.

Diana Smith
Associate Director – Retail & eCommerce