# Arcade-Style Gyms Asphalt Green Transforms Workouts with Technology By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-04-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asphalt-green References: [wellandgood](http://www.wellandgood.com/good-sweat/high-tech-workout-asphalt-green/?utm_campaign=socialflowtwitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social) & [asphaltgreen.org](https://www.asphaltgreen.org/) Asphalt Green is a new fitness club in New York City that's getting people excited about working out with its [unique studio environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-club). In an AG6 class, people are led through a [high-intensity circuit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambitious-group-fitness) of activities that are integrated with technological details in the environment. For instance, [pressure-sensitive walls and floors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtuagym-connect) are used to indicate how hard a gym-goer can throw a ball at the wall, a detail that becomes illuminated by LED lights. In the span of just 45 minutes, this class is designed to target and strengthen all major muscle groups and burn about 1,000 calories. Traditional fitness experiences are being completely transformed by a rise in health consciousness from members of the general public who wants to have fun while maintaining personal wellness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Arcade-style Gyms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology and interactive elements into fitness classes. - **High-intensity Circuit Training:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating quick and effective workout sessions that target all major muscle groups. - **Transformation of Traditional Fitness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefining fitness experiences by combining health consciousness with a fun and interactive environment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness Clubs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating technology and interactive elements into gym spaces to attract and engage customers. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new approaches to personal wellness that prioritize fun and enjoyment. - **Technology in Fitness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating innovative fitness technologies that enhance workout experiences and provide real-time feedback. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sizable Athletic Membership Parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-athletic-clubs.md) - [Revolutionary Fitness Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolutionary-fitness-experience.md) - [Gamified Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-quest.md) - [Immersive 3D Fitness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-game1.md) - [Interactive Game-Based Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebased-fitness.md) - [Novel Fitness Raves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-rave.md) - [European Fitness Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nordic-strong.md) - [Connected Gym Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-gym-ecosystem.md) - [Fitness Club-Targeting AI-Based Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egym-genius.md)