Top fitness trends for 2009

Over on her site, About.com's Guide to Exercise, Paige Waehner, has a round-up of fitness trends for the coming year. It's fun to check out what the American Council on Exercise predicts we'll be lifting (kettlebells), trying (specialty workouts, such as Zumba), and buying (interactive games, such as the Wii and downloadable workouts).

It's no surprise that one item on the list is "budget-friendly workouts." Don't forget that active play with your kids, inside and out, is a great way to boost the daily fitness tally—yours and theirs. You needn't spend any money or even leave the house!

Are you hoping to change your fitness routine this year and try something new? I have been meaning to check out Zumba forever. Maybe I just will!