Expect to See These 15 Spring Wellness Trends Everywhere
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As spring starts to show herself more and more, many people, including myself, are resurrecting from the grip of seasonal depression. The colder months can wreak havoc on our health and well-being, whether it's skipping workouts or getting lost in doom scrolling. That tracks. I'm not sure about you, but the sun setting by 4 p.m. doesn't do much for my morale or motivation. That’s why spring, with its longer and warmer days, feels like the ideal moment to embrace new wellness practices you’ve bookmarked on TikTok and Instagram.
There are endless new activities and trends that can support your wellness journey, whatever that means and looks like for you. The best part? They don’t have to be intense shifts or be super expensive. Spotted a new recipe from With Love, Meghan? Make it your mission to try it out for yourself. Have you felt the positive effects of at-home Pilates? Consider adding some gentle stretches to your morning routine and keep track of how you progress. This season is about letting your actions speak for themselves because I hate to say it, but yes, the Wellness Girlies were right: you *will* make you feel better overall.
If this all sounds fine and dandy but you're unsure on where to start, don't fret, I got you. I hit up two experts for all the best spring wellness trends of 2025. Keep reading to find something new to add into your routines!
Physical Health & Fitness
Cozy cardio
Even though the seasons are changing, let’s be honest: finding the time and, most importantly, the energy to work out can be overwhelming sometimes. That’s why Cozy Cardio has become a longstanding fitness trend. The workout has all the elements that provide comfort for those days when you don’t feel like taking a morning run or going to a crowded gym.
Fitness Clubs
A major bonus in fitness-related wellness practices is finding a like-minded community. "People are in search ways to connect,” says therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab, especially in this post-pandemic society. So this spring, you’ll likely see even more running clubs, walking groups, and a variety of community-based activities sprouting up that help people feel supported and give them something to be a part of. “Initiating some of those connections is really beneficial for our mental health,” adds Tawwab.
Rage Workouts
In today’s climate, there’s a lot to be frustrated with—socially, economically, and beyond—so the trend of rage workouts, which is any exercise that is meant to engage and release frustration in a healthy way, is starting to appear more often. This can be a treadmill run set to a specific playlist, boxing, or HIIT training, but activities like Pilates and yoga can release suppressed emotions, too, helping you bring your frustrations to the forefront while getting your heart pumping.
Pickleball
Pickleball has been everywhere for the last few years, and it's not going anywhere anytime soon: According to a report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association, pickleball has grown 51.8 percent from 2022 to 2023. This sport is a way for people to connect and meet new friends and bond over shared interest. You can play it inside, too, so those rainy spring days won't hold you back! Plus, who doesn't love a cutesy little pickleball outfit?!
Outdoor activities
I know, I know. This one is tried and true, and that's for a reason! “One really good way to manage anxiety or depression is to get outside and to move,” says Tawwab. Having nice weather helps you embrace what nature has to offer. Whether it’s a hike, bike ride, Hot Girl Walk, or a simple quick jog, try to get outside so you can soak up that Vitamin D and get some movement in.
Nutrition
Focusing on gut health
Although this doesn’t sound like the sexiest topic, surprisingly, thanks to the Internet, more people are talking about the importance of gut health. “We're seeing fiber become much more prominent, whether in the form of vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains, seeds, or supplements,” says nutritionist Kylie Sakaida, RD, author of So Easy So Good. Fermented foods and drinks (like kimchi or kombucha), probiotics, and green powders have all been a part of the "healthy gut" convo too.
Substitute Soda
This season, you’ll probably see people trying alternatives to traditional sodas, Brands like Olipop and Poppi, as a way to avoid a lot of sugar intake.
Bone Broth
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok, you’ll likely be familiar with the bone broth trend. Many posters have said they consume one cup daily for unverified beauty regimen purposes (like clear skin) and to increase their protein intake. “Bone broth can be a cool way to include more protein, but a lot of the health benefits that people claim it has aren’t shown to have this miraculous effect on you,” says Sakaida. “If you're drinking bone broth and restricting something else in your diet, that's not helpful, but if you're adding it to your diet on top of everything else, I think it's truly one of the least harmful trends.”
Mental Wellness
Plants
Whether you’re purchasing your first potted plant or finally growing a garden, one of the trends in the wellness space is an increased commitment to people becoming plant parents. “Gardening is a beautiful self-care practice,” says Tawwab. “Whether that's a patio window seal or you have the land to really do it up, try having a practice of getting into nature and watching something grow and thrive, and being a part of that.”
Cooking
In the spring season, cooking can become a way to try new recipes and creatively express yourself and your culture through food. “People can also see other snacks or meals that work for other people," says Sakaida. "I know myself, I love to go on social media and get meal inspo ideas from everyone else.”
Book Clubs
Community doesn’t just have to be for physical activities; book clubs are growing into a major gathering for friends to bond and have new ways to hang out aside from the typical brunch or happy hour dates.
AI Strategies
Before you clutch your pearls, artificial intelligence has become a part of many daily routines. It can help you strategize from any aspect, from a workout or meal plan to navigating conflict with loved ones. “One of the things that's really cool with AI is that it can give people ways to say hard things, like, ‘How do I kindly decline a dinner invite?’" explains Tawwad. "It will give you some strategies on ways to be able to have some healthier conversations when you want to bring up a rough topic.”
Sleep
Sleepy Girl Mocktail
Falling asleep can be hard in an era dominated by endless scrolling and constant messaging. While the Sleepy Girl Mocktail isn't new, the warmer months inspire individuals to find fresh methods for maintaining a disciplined sleep routine. This mocktail recipe blends ice, cherry juice, magnesium powder, and a lemon-flavored soda or sparkling water, creating a mix that promotes easier sleep.
Strict Bedtime
I'm going to hold your hand while I say this, especially for all you night owls: Sleeping really does improve your overall wellness. I know, it's a hard one to swallow, especially when work deadlines have you up late or your deep in a TV show binge. But out bodies truly crave rest, especially as we get older. This spring, you will likely see a trend of people being more committed to a set sleep time and sticking to that boundary.
Less Screentime
Raise your hand if you've ever been personally victimized by your Sunday screentime report *raises hand*. That thing needs to mind its business! Most of us are chronically online, which makes sense! There's so much fun content to consume (both on social media and within traditional media, like TV and movies), but cutting back on the blue light is a big focus for a lot of people this year. It doesn't have to be a major change either: “Something that has helped me recently has been not looking at my phone when I wake up,” says Sakaida. Whether it’s the first five minutes of the morning, people are learning to give themselves a moment of peace before jumping into the algorithm.
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