Very recently, the world was in chaos. This forced us all to take a step back and figure out what being ‘well’ really means. And I’m sure the majority of us were on the wrong side of the spectrum. In past times, wellness was related to physical fitness alone. Most of us assume physical wellness = mental wellness and that isn’t always the case. In this article, we will cover 6 wellness trends to watch in 2023. Those trends will be:
- Mental wellness
- Intellectual wellness
- Facial exercises
- Workout classes are the new Spotify
- The significance of a healthy workplace
- Wellness isn’t only for humans anymore
Let’s get into detail about these wellness trends.
Mental Wellness
The majority of Americans rated mental health as the most crucial aspect of wellness. According to 49% of Americans, women were more likely than males to agree that the pandemic had a negative impact on their mental well-being. Gen Z and millennials have experienced a more significant impact from the pandemic.
A total of 57% of Gen Z Americans and 53% of millennial Americans said that the pandemic had a negative influence on their mental health. The generational group with the most stress is the millennials, whereas the least stressed generation is the younger boomers coming in at only 37%.
Intellectual Wellness
Today, being healthy includes more than just being physically active; Americans are putting more emphasis on intellectual wellness. Nearly half of Americans rated intelligence as the key to confidence. Learning new things, developing existing talents, and pushing one’s intellectual limits are all part of intellectual well-being. Participating in activities that are fun and stimulating at the same time is a good way of developing your intellectual wellness.
Facial Exercises
Over the past year, 48% of Americans have given skincare top priority. A new self-care regimen also raises new queries. Most people are seeking beauty salons for ongoing advice on their skincare regimen.
According to a survey, 28% of participants already practice or are interested in face yoga or other facial exercises. All of which will aid in toning their facial muscles. Men and women showed almost equal interest in these activities. Women scored 29%, while males scored 28%. With 36% of millennials claiming an interest in or participation in facial workouts, this generation is in the lead.
There are several options available to consumers due to the increasing demand. Businesses are extending their products beyond traditional yoga or even typical workouts to include face yoga, as well as face gyms. Businesses now provide virtual face yoga courses on a weekly basis so that participants may tone their face and neck muscles just like other parts of their bodies. Other businesses provide up to an hour of interactive online seminars where participants can learn new daily scheduled facial exercises.
Workout Classes are the New Spotify
Music is a big aspect of fitness experiences, especially for Gen Z and millennials, workout programs with hip hop themes are also becoming very popular. Younger Americans are more likely to agree that music energizes their workouts (71% of Americans think music greatly stimulates them during fitness activities).
Evidently, Americans who agreed that listening to music while working out are also the ones that find themselves working out more frequently and for longer periods of time when compared to those who aren’t using music as a motivation key. Nearly a third of Americans claim to frequently select their workout courses based on the music being played. Research shows that the type of music being played is not as important for young boomers and Gen Xers.
Based on the research that has been done, it is evident that music contributes significantly to the journey of improving your wellbeing.
The Significance of a Healthy Workplace
Every successful business needs a healthy workplace, yet many organizations find it difficult to attain. Nevertheless, despite the challenges, businesses continue to work toward a physically and virtually healthy workplace in order to protect their employees’ well-being. Advantages of a healthy workspace include:
- Increased health and wellbeing
- Improved employee engagement
- Improved corporate image
- Decrease in absenteeism rates
- Decrease in turnover rate
Wellness Isn’t Only for Humans Anymore
Pets are renowned for providing their owners with affection and comfort. Research shows that during the pandemic 2 in every 5 households acquired a pet. Consumers are now searching for wellness centers that are pet friendly. The same was true for the beauty industry, where roughly 2 in every 5 Americans expressed interest in visiting salons or spas that allow pets. Americans are open to a wide range of animal-focused wellness activities to improve their overall well-being.
The understanding of well-being is constantly evolving, giving us new possibilities to take care of ourselves, the people around us, and our pets. Keep a lookout for more wellness trends to watch.
