TikTok is flinging out trends faster than we can scroll!

While there’s no doubt fitness is incredibly important for everyone, there are millions of people across the globe who hate the packed gym, high intensity workouts and squeezing into tight gym gear.

Enter Cozy Cardio!

@hope_zuckerbrow cozy cardio🫶🏻 #fyp #cardio #cozy #weightloss #walkingpad ♬ Blue Moon - Muspace Lofi

Thousands of people on TikTok are now posting videos about their take on 'Cozy Cardio,’ a phenomenon transforming the way some approach fitness. 

The name was coined by Hope Zuckerbrow on TikTok, who said: “I want 'cozy cardio' to be a movement for women to reclaim their relationship with exercise."

This unique trend combines the warmth of your favourite loungewear with effective cardio exercises, from the comfort of your home.

Picture this: instead of squeezing into that tight activewear, embrace your softest tracksuit bottoms, oversized hoodies, and cosy socks while breaking a sweat. 

TikTok users are sharing their creative takes on this trend, setting their workouts to soothing tunes.

@lucywyndhamread The recent social media fitness trend is " COZY CARDIO" so let me explain why this is now so popular. And if you like the idea of doing a workout in your PJs at home 🏡 with not a single burpee in sight 🎉🙏🏻🎉 Then head to my YouTube Channel 📺 as I have created a FREE Playlist with over 20 Cozy Cardio Home Workouts on my YouTube Channel. All you need to do is add the fairy lights 🧚🏻‍♀️ #cozycardio #cozyathome ♬ Viva La Vida - Coldplay

What sets this trend apart is that it is inclusive. 'Cozy Cardio' works for all fitness levels because it encourages people to move at their own pace to build on their own level of fitness. 

TikTok creators are not only sharing their favourite exercises but also emphasising the importance of finding joy in movement, ignoring traditional workout norms. 

Movement is key

Whether you are allergic to heading out for a run or walk, or just want to get those extra steps in while you’re working at the desk, walking pads are being flagged everywhere at the minute.

They’re being dubbed a game-changer by 'Cozy Cardio' enthusiasts. 

These compact, portable treadmills allow users to transform their living spaces into low-impact walking tracks. 

You can enjoy a leisurely stroll while still reaping the benefits of cardiovascular exercise while at a standing desk.

@thecaileighfuller POV: you walk 155 miles in one month while also working a full time job #lifehack 💁🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️ #walkingpad #amazon #walkingwhileworking #walking #walkingpadtreadmill #worklife #marketing ♬ This is the part of me - Marta Vieira | Travel 🌍

It's a departure from the high-energy, high-impact workout routines that dominate social media platforms, offering a gentler approach to maintaining an active lifestyle. 

So, whether you're a seasoned fitness enthusiast or someone just dipping their toes into the world of exercise, 'Cozy Cardio' combined with walking pads provides a refreshing alternative. 

It's an invitation to prioritise comfort and self-care while still reaping the benefits of physical activity. 

As with any fitness trend, it's crucial to listen to your body and choose exercises that align with your fitness level and goals.

It is not about pushing yourself to the limit but rather finding joy in movement and making fitness a cozy, enjoyable part of your daily routine. 

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