2024 has been a big year for health, wellness, and fitness. We've seen some creative workouts gaining traction like calisthenics, challenges like 75 Hard (and soft) growing in popularity, and countless other movements promoting a healthier lifestyle.
Whether it's prioritizing mental health, fuelling your body with nutritious food, or optimizing physical performance, people are taking their health seriously this year.
The platform where you can find it all? TikTok of course. The social media app is filled with fitness challenges, innovative workout routines, and wellness hacks. Let's dive into some of the biggest TikTok trends this year that are inspiring millions to elevate their wellness game.
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Shy Girl Workouts
You may now be a seasoned pro at the gym, but we were all beginners once. And when just starting out on your fitness journey, it's easy to feel intimidated and overwhelmed.
Have you ever heard someone say, "I want to go to the gym, but I wouldn't know where to start or what to do"? It's an all-too-common sentiment that prevents many from getting started. However, this year, TikTok is inspiring all those with gymtimidation with what has been coined a "shy girl workout".
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Shy girl workouts are essentially beginner routines that require only minimal equipment and can be done in a small space. The goal of shy girl workouts is to give beginners some guidance and a routine they find doable to start them off. It's like a stepping stone, making the transition to the gym easier and less daunting.
Shy girl workouts include workouts that don't require advanced equipment, like a warm-up on the treadmill and a simple weights routine with dumbbells.
These basic routines are a great way to get over that initial fear and get comfortable in the space before moving on to more advanced movements and equipment.
The hashtag #shygirlworkout currently has over 450 million views on the app—check it out for some beginner's inspiration.
What I Eat in a Day
Eating healthier has been a topic of conversation for quite some time now. As longevity and "living clean" become more desirable, people are starting to pay more attention to their nutrition. One way this is showcased on social media is through "What I Eat in a Day" videos. These TikToks involve creators showcasing everything they eat in a day.
While these videos can present any kind of diet or daily food routine, the goal of many is to focus on nutritious, whole foods and show viewers creative meals they can use to improve eating habits.
For example, a What I Eat in a Day video may include yogurt with fruit and granola for breakfast, a chicken salad for lunch, and salmon with a side of green beans for dinner.
The #whatieatinaday hashtag currently has a whopping 22.4 billion views, as creators play around with tons of different variations of the trend.
Videos range from the calorie-deficit version to the keto diet. Either way, What I Eat in a Day videos promote mindfulness regarding what you're consuming, and are a great place to turn if you're looking for new ideas or recipes.
Just be aware that everyone's bodies are different, and your daily food intake does not have to and shouldn't look identical to someone else's. However, What I Eat in a Day videos can help you find inspiration when trying to stick to a specific food plan.
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Cottagecore
A final trend you can find on Tiktok this year is Cottagecore. Cottagecore refers to a lifestyle movement that romanticizes slow, simple living, often associated with ideas of independence, individuality, and nature.
The trend evokes an earlier time in human history, with creators often engaging in simple tasks like baking, home decor, journaling, and gardening.
It emphasizes a slower-paced, intentional life, and this is often presented within a scenic rural setting that emphasizes the beauty of nature.
Cottagecore aims to inspire people to slow down and create a serene environment for themselves. The trend plays on the popular theme of embracing nature and simplicity and disconnecting through mindfulness.
This can be a healthy way to de-stress and give your mind a break from the constant stimulation of modern life.
With cottagecore content, you'll see cozy visuals of quaint cottages, floral patterns, homemade foods, and dreamy landscapes. Popular videos might include tutorials on making homemade bread, planting gardens, arranging flowers, or crafting rustic decor.
This trend taps into a desire for simplicity and has gained traction due to its calming, picturesque representation of rural life, offering a contrast to the chaos of the digital world.
The hashtag #cottagecore currently has 18 billion views on TikTok.
Search it up to get inspired with activities and aesthetics that will calm your senses and provide a digital detox.
Take Home Message
There you have it, whether it's summoning the courage to try out the gym or escaping your busy week with a mindfulness excursion, 2024's TikTok trends are helping millions improve their wellness and enhance their lifestyle. Try out this year's trends and see what they can add to your day. You got this.
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A Rutgers University Honors graduate, Jamie grew up on the Jersey shore and double majored in Comparative Literature and Anthropology in college. Jamie is an experienced writer in the health and wellness, biotech, and eCommerce fields. She loves writing with a purpose and has even written for the Department of Justice.
Jamie became drawn to exercise during her time in university and began to notice the physical and mental benefits of moving your body daily. Today, Jamie enjoys Pilates, light weight training, and going on long walks in nature daily.
Jamie is also passionate about eating right and prioritizing gut health and immunity. She is always trying the next innovation in health and wellness. When she’s not writing articles, Jamie enjoys reading, playing guitar, and finding dogs to play with.
