5 of My Training Wins of 2025 (and why you should try them too!)
I’m always looking for ways to fine-tune my fitness routine, make positive changes, and keep leveling up—both physically and mentally. I love mixing things up and trying new things, so I naturally gravitate toward new fitness trends.
Some are fun to experiment with… and some actually stick.
These are five training changes I made in 2025 that had a real impact on my strength, energy, and confidence—and why I think you’ll love them too.
1. Incorporating Moves with Torso Rotation
Last year, I started seeing more torso rotation exercises popping up in my social media feeds, and as someone who loves core work, I was excited to try them. I work my core every day and truly believe it’s the foundation of all strength.
This kind of functional core training involves fully rotating the torso from side to side, often while holding a weight. These moves can be done standing, squatting, kneeling, or even on an unstable surface like a BOSU—there are endless variations.
Why they’re so effective:
Rotational movements strengthen the deep core muscles responsible for balance and stability, making them incredibly powerful core strengthening exercises for women. They challenge your body in new ways and translate beautifully into real-life movement.
2. Adding More Mobility to My Routine
Mobility has been one of the biggest fitness trends of 2025—and for good reason. Mobility exercises increase strength, flexibility, and joint health, using the whole body, and can often be done with no equipment at all.
These movements can be complex and require focus and control, (which means you’re also giving your brain a workout). I like to use mobility work as a warm-up or cool-down, and I’ll often sprinkle it into the middle of a strength workout to break things up and keep my energy up.
Mobility exercises usually involve slow, controlled transitions from one position to another—standing, kneeling, or on the floor. If your body feels stiff or tight, adding mobility can make a huge difference in how you move and feel. Start with easier versions and gradually work your way into some more challenging moves. Follow influencers like @LeoMoves for inspiration!
3. Practicing More Side Plank Variations
As a yoga girl, side planks have always been a favorite—but for a long time, I stuck to just a couple of basic variations. In 2025, I started seeing so many exciting and creative side plank variations shared by athletes and trainers… I was all in.
Side planks are fantastic for building core strength, especially for the obliques and stabilizing muscles. The newer variations include movements in both the legs and upper body, turning a static hold into a dynamic, full-body challenge.
These moving side plank variations are a great addition to HIIT workouts and an easy way to sneak in a bit of cardio while still building strength.
4. Yoga, Yoga, and More Yoga
You know how they say the shoemaker has no shoes? In the past, I sometimes neglected my own yoga practice while teaching others. :( In 2025, I made it a priority to change that.
I started incorporating yoga and strength training, using yoga as a warm-up for most of my workouts. Yoga allows me to move through all the major muscle groups, get everything flowing, and prepare my body for strength work.
I’ll usually start with a few sun salutations, then move slowly into deeper stretches for my back, hips, and legs.
Why this matters:
Yoga helps improve flexibility, builds strength, supports mobility, and reduces the risk of injury. It’s one of the best tools for creating a sustainable fitness routine, especially for busy women and moms.
5. Lifting Heavier
Full transparency: I avoided lifting heavy weights for years because I was afraid of bulking up. In 2025, I realized that if I wanted to continue to build muscle as I age, I needed to increase resistance. Eating more protein alone wasn’t enough.
So I decided to experiment with lifting heavy weights —and wow.
It’s hard. It’s exhausting. And it truly pushes your muscles to fatigue. But that’s also where strength is built. Almost immediately, I noticed more muscle definition, improved strength, and a feeling stronger overall.
My current routine includes lifting heavier weights 3–4 times per week. I alternate between upper and lower body workouts and usually do 2–3 circuits of 3–4 exercises, repeating each circuit 2–3 times depending on my energy level and schedule.
These five shifts reminded me that fitness is always evolving—and so are we. As a fitness professional, I’m constantly learning, refining, and staying open to new ideas. Exploring new movements and trends has helped me feel stronger, more energized, and brought more fun and creativity into my workouts.
I hope these ideas inspire you and give you fresh ways to challenge yourself in the new year!
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