2024 was a year that tested me in ways I hadn't prepared for.
I navigated a wave of loss—from saying goodbye to family members, including my grandfather, at the start of the year to the end of a relationship and later grappling with the weight of caring for an ailing senior dog that I, at one point, felt I was on the verge of losing. The ongoing grief, coupled with periods of running on empty, I experienced during that time unearthed so much more than I expected. But more than that, it wasn’t just about losing people, I was also mourning a version of the life I thought I’d be living by that time.
There is a silver lining to that, though. Through it all, I began to understand the importance of centering my well-being in ways I hadn’t before. My therapist helped me realize something that seems so simple in retrospect but was transformative to how I lead my life now: the tools I needed to feel good were always within my reach, but I tended to abandon them when I needed them most. I’d wait to feel “better” before returning to the things that nurtured me instead of using them as anchors during my personal storms.
This shift in perspective redefined how I approached my wellness journey, and it’s shaping the way I’m looking toward 2025 and what's to come.
While I know wellness isn’t just about routines or trends, I am learning that wellness is about putting into practice things that truly sustain us physically, mentally, and emotionally and doing so regularly. As we ease into the new year, why not highlight some emerging wellness trends for 2025? The following are wellness trends predicted by Ally Head, Senior Health Editor at Marie Claire UK.
From practices that honor simplicity to innovations that prioritize mental health, these trends reflect a deeper shift toward sustainable, holistic well-being—something I’ve come to value now more than ever. Let's get into the ones we'll be checking for the most, shall we?
1.Move Over, Protein, Fiber’s Taking the Throne
It's time to get your fiber intake up. Yes, you read that right. In 2025, fiber is having its moment and while in recent years our airwaves have been saturated by the importance of daily protein intake, the importance of fiber is taking over for its incredible benefits to our overall health. The sad fact of the matter is, most of us aren't getting enough of it. More than 90% of Americans don't meet the recommended dietary fiber intake each day, increasing the risk of chronic disease.
The driving force behind fiber as a wellness trend? Well, fiber is finally getting the recognition it deserves for its role in supporting gut health, regulating blood sugar levels, aiding in weight management, and reducing the risk of heart disease as well as some cancers. It's a simple yet powerful dietary change that can make a big difference in how we feel day-to-day and in our long-term health.
2.From Pre to Pro to Post: The Future of Gut Health
When it comes to gut health, you might know that prebiotics and probiotics are the reigning champions. However, a new biotic is coming for the throne in the wellness world in 2025: postbiotics. Postbiotics are emerging as the "biotic" sister compound poised to revolutionize the conversation, thanks to a number of studies pointing to their efficacy last year, per Marie Claire UK.
One of the most promising postbiotics is butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) molecule produced by bacteria in the colon, which has exciting implications for managing symptoms of IBS and improving overall gut health. Moreover, the potential benefits of postbiotics extend well beyond the gut, influencing everything from reducing inflammation and improving blood flow to enhancing immune function, athletic performance, and cognitive health.
In 2025, alongside prebiotics and probiotics, postbiotics will surely have us saying hello to the gut health trifecta.
3.Biohacking Your Way to Wellness
Biohacking has been on the wellness scene for a while now, but in 2025, it’s going mainstream. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the term, biohacking is exactly what it sounds like: it's essentially hacking your biology in order to feel your best. Biohacking is a proactive way to manage your health that's all about using science and technology to optimize your body and mind. Think wearable devices that track your sleep habits and stress levels or personalized supplements and diets.
As a fellow biohacker himself, Jamie Bellis gave his two cents to Marie Claire UK on the emerging wellness trend, "With the rise of wearable tech, functional foods, and adaptogenic supplements, biohacking empowers individuals to address modern challenges like burnout, focus, and boosting longevity."
And, speaking of longevity...
4.The Fountain of Youth Is Longevity
Although there's nothing new about this as a wellness trend, longevity is gaining more momentum in 2025. Fewer wrinkles and smoother skin as a way to reverse aging is taking a backseat to sustainable diet and lifestyle changes and having that be the true key to accessing the proverbial fountain of youth. It's not just about looking good. Instead, it's about feeling good in our bodies for as long as we can. As opposed to the quick fixes of aesthetic injectables and the like, longevity is about the quality, emphasizing practices that help us age gracefully, maintain our vitality, and sustain energy as we age.
From dietary shifts and movement practices designed to protect your joints and heart health to red light therapy and NAD+ supplements, longevity is inspiring us to invest in long-term health well beyond the temporary aesthetics.
5.Making Moves and Making Friends
Per Marie Claire UK, exercise as a social movement is here to stay, and in 2025, it’s going to continue gaining momentum. Whether it’s joining a run club, linking up for group yoga, or setting up fitness meet-ups, more of us are realizing that working out alongside others adds a whole new layer to the experience.
This trend couples individual fitness goals with external accountability, blending movement with building social connections. It’s a reminder that wellness is holistic—emotional, physical, and social. As we step into 2025, expect to see even more of us leaning into fitness as a way to strengthen our bodies while strengthening our relationships.
6.Strength Is the New Sexy
According to data from Strava, via Marie Claire UK, the fastest-growing sport type for women in 2024 was weight training. It's all about the gains, baby! Women are embracing strength training like never before, breaking stereotypes and redefining what it means to be fit and lead an active lifestyle. Zip Allen, Strava’s CBO, shared what she thought about the shift, telling the mag, "What I love most about the weight training growth we’ve seen this year is that it indicates how the active landscape is changing. It shows that women are leading the way in seeking new ways to be active to reach their goals."
As 2025 kicks off, the demand for weight training will only continue, with more women prioritizing gains, functional fitness training, and the confidence that comes with knowing their strength.
For the complete list of 2025 wellness trends based on Marie Claire UK's predictions, click here.
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