In case you missed it the past several times I've blogged about it, for some reason, I find it fascinating that our pets experience what we do when it comes to losing weight.

Well, maybe a little bit differently since we control what and how much they eat.

But a fat pet is an unhealthy pet, just like a person.

For those avid Today Show watchers, you may have caught a glimpse of this segment this morning. For all others, here is the story they did:

http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/11/30/2137038.aspx

It's that time of year again. The time for Top Ten of Year x lists that is.

Here's a Top Ten list that may appeal to you guys. It's the Top Ten Fitness Trends of 2009.

For those of you who don't feel like reading the full article, I'll spell them out below. For those of you who want to read more, or don't understand what the items mean, check out the link below.

1. Boot camp-style workouts

2. Budget-friendly workouts (like running outside instead of joining a gym, etc.)

3. Specialty classes (like pilates or spin)

4. Basic workouts (like execises on the mats, etc.)

5. Circuit training

6. Kettlebells

7. Boomer fitness (fitness amongst people 50 years or older)

8. Technology based fitness (using iPods, cardio cinemas, Wii Fit, etc.)

9. Event or sport-specific fitness

10. Mixing it up (changing up your workout, different things on different days)

http://www.fitcommerce.com/Blueprint/ACE-Announces-Top-Ten-Fitness-Trends-of--2009_page.aspx?pageId=276&announcementId=1321&portalId=2&cid=631

What do YOU think are the Top Ten Fitness Trends of 2009?