Let’s be honest: The subject of health does not sound particularly exciting. And yet it is so important these days to deal with it – even more, it is even fun. That’s why we plunged into the turmoil and attended the healthy living, the trade fair for health, nutrition and fitness in Frankfurt, to find out for you the most important facts, trends and inspirations of this year.
1. Diet has to be “natural”
This trend is not entirely new, but it has by no means lost its relevance: Natural foods and selected ingredients are finding more and more space in our pantries and kitchen cupboards. An ever-increasing selection of organic products in supermarkets makes the path to healthy eating more accessible and affordable.
So bye bye additives and hello new energy sources, such as guayusa. The leaves of the tree, which is native to the Amazon, are prepared as tea and have an invigorating effect – and long-lasting without making you nervous. According to JUMA-TEA, the L-theanine it contains has a relaxing effect and sharpens the senses – naturally and has always come from the valley of the centenarians in South America.
2. Movement is essential
Who needs big biceps when the rest of the body is out of balance ?! The pumper lifestyle is losing more and more attention. On the other hand, holistic movement concepts, back health and healthy movements are moving into the limelight. It is not the effect, but the execution that sets the rhythm! So don’t let the many Summerbody Challenges unsettle you, but pay attention to what is good for your own body!
3. Healthy body – healthy mind
And that brings us to the next point: In order to feel completely comfortable in your body, it is not enough to do regular exercise. Mental health also plays a major role: Our partner location Mindfulife, which was also represented at the healthy living fair, once again showed us the importance of meditation. There you can participate in guided meditations with your membership, come to rest and focus entirely on yourself.
We support this trend through our cooperation with the meditation app Headspace . Find out here how you can use Headspace free of charge for 3 months as an Urban Sports Club member.
4. Sustainability
Everyone is talking about sustainability. This was clearly felt at the healthy living fair. Starting with sustainable bamboo products for bathrooms and kitchens, soaps and cosmetics, to sustainable sports equipment made of wood and sustainable festivals. When rummaging through the stands, a clear trend emerged that will also be with us in 2020.
As you can see, health issues have long since arrived in our everyday lives. In order to get and stay fit, we have countless partners in Germany and all of Europe who support you with training, meditation or relaxation and thus contribute significantly to improving your health.