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# Core Workout Sledgehammers
The MostFit Core Hammer is Safer Than a Sledgehammer and Tire

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-12 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-workout
References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/fitness/equipment/mostfit-fitness-sledgehammer.asp) & [amzn](http://www.amzn.com/B00TF0D9C2/?tag=duiwath-20)

The sledgehammer workout consists of a sledgehammer and a tire with users pounding away for exercise purposes, so the MostFit Core Hammer is designed to mimic this core workout.

Rather than require a real sledgehammer and a tire, theMostFit Core Hammer works by allowing users to utilize a safer device when exercising. The device features a rubberized head and comfortable handle section, which allows users to hit the device to the ground repeatedly in an [aerobic fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7-minutes-in-hell).

Sledgehammer training is notoriously dangerous and, most importantly, requires a sledgehammer and tire, which few have ready access to. The MostFit Core Hammer allows users to perform a [core workout and arm training](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodypump-heavy) in a fun, safe manner that's focused on achieving results quickly.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 67% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Safer Workout Equipment:** Creating workout equipment that reduces the risk of injury and makes exercise more accessible to the general public.
- **Core Workout:** Focusing on workouts that specifically target the core muscles and improve overall body strength.
- **Functional Fitness:** Creating fitness equipment that simulates everyday tasks for practical training purposes.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies specializing in designing and manufacturing different types of fitness equipment.
- **Gym and Fitness Centers:** Gym and fitness centers that could use new and improved exercise equipment to help their members achieve fast results with a minimal risk of injury.
- **Sports and Athletics:** Creating new exercise equipment to improve athletic performance and reduce the risk of injury for athletes of all levels.

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