More than half of Australians pursuing summer body goals

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 09:02 · Archive

More than half of Australians are now pursuing a summer body, more than double last year's figure, with some planning extreme measures.

More than half of Australians are now hoping to achieve a 'summer body' this year, according to data from nutrition and food-tracking app MyFitnessPal. This represents more than double the 25 per cent who expressed the same goal last year.

The trend is particularly pronounced amongst younger generations. Almost three-quarters of gen Z respondents and 70 per cent of Millennials are planning to work towards a summer body goal. The surge has coincided with increasing pressure from social media, which overflows with images of flawless bodies, miracle transformations and promises of quick fixes.

Concern has emerged over the methods some Australians plan to employ. Among those surveyed, 56 per cent intend to cut calories severely, while almost one in three planned to skip breakfast, lunch or dinner daily or at least once a week. Perth online fitness coach Alex Fudge, who has spent more than six years helping people become stronger and healthier, has offered guidance on pursuing fitness goals safely without resorting to extreme measures.

How it is being reported

• Personal trainer’s advice for West Aussies looking to achieve their dream summer body ‘the right way’More than half of Australians are hoping to achieve a ‘summer body’ this year — more than double the 25 per cent who said the same last year. The main concern is how some are planning to get there.The West Australian · 24 Oct, 08:28
• Personal trainer’s advice for West Aussies looking to achieve their dream summer body ‘the right way’More than half of Australians are hoping to achieve a ‘summer body’ this year — more than double the 25 per cent who said the same last year. The main concern is how some are planning to get there.Perth Now · 24 Oct, 08:28

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