Rushing from pilates to spin? Exercise doesn’t have to be exhausting or pricey

In addition to the psychological impact, there are physical risks associated with following online fitness trends.

The experts cautioned that some activities may not be suitable for all individuals, and may even result in over-exertion or injury for some people. 

This is often due to their high intensity and specificity in the muscle groups trained.

Ms Nur Amelina Azlan, a physiotherapist at Heal360 Physioclinic, said: “For example, pilates is very postural, very focused on the core muscles, whereas something like your spin class is more cardiovascular. 

“But what we need is both elements together, not just one over the other.” 

MAKING FITNESS “FIT” YOU 

So, if what works for other people may not be the best for different people with different needs, how does one find what works for oneself?  

Mr Martin John, clinical director at Orchard Health Clinic, which offers physiotherapy among other services, said that the first step is to be honest about your starting point. 

“How is your energy? How is your sleep? How stressed are you? How much do you sit? How well do you move? 

“Those are important questions because exercise should match the person, not the trend.”