These May 2015 sports trends range from boutique gym memberships to branded workout challenges that connect athletes with paralleled interests. As consumers' need for health and wellness continues to evolve, sportswear manufacturers are recognizing the importance of customization and exclusivity. While Nike's Nike Training Club (NTC) community has connected fitness enthusiasts with others who share similar interests, Adidas' celebrity and designer collaborations have garnered the company a myriad of new fans.
Moreover, the rising popularity of boutique gyms and niche workout classes with a hip-hop twist make staying in shape fun and even luxurious for those who aren't keen on traditional exercise routines.
When it comes to the month's marketing strategies, a focus on relatable themes is prevalent. From athlete idol commercials to print ads that encourage everyone to get active, these May 2015 sports trends encourage individuals to achieve their personal best and to set attainable goals.
Top 50 Sports Trends in May
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Futuristic Circular Skates
The Unattached Orbitwheel Platforms Let You Skateboard in a New Way
54
Simple Velcro Sneakers
The Nike Free Socfly is Stylishly Easy to Slip On
53
Modular Designer Sportswear
The JFS x NikeLab Summer Line is Meant to be Layered for Versatility
52
Indy Welcomes All to March Madness
#ExperienceBuick in Indianapolis
51
Rebellious Running Apparel
The Latest Nike Track & Field Collection is Full of Color and Attitude
50
70s-Inspired Sportswear
The Nike Liberty Collection Uses the Rarely Seen Merlin Scarf Print
49
City Tour Sportswear
The Nike Tights of the Moment is Inspired by Los Angeles' Vibrant Urban Life
48
Wristworn Water Bottles
The Wrist Drink Band Offers Hands-Free Hydration
47
Collapsible Bike Helmets
The Closca Fuga Collapses Down Like a Camping Cup
46
Scholarly Boutique Gyms
The Library Gym is Transforming Training into an Upscale Activity
45
Contemporary Boutique Gyms
1Rebel in London is a Former Office Turned Theatrical Luxury Gym
44
Minimalist Workout GIFs
Nike Training Animation Series by Misha Petrick is Informatively Simple
43
Luxe Circular Cycles
The Tonino Lamborghini Ciclotte Transforms Exercise Cycling with Style
42
Stylish E-Bikes
The Faraday Porteur Provides 32 Kilometers of Pedal Assist
41
Split-Toe Running Shoes
The Nike Air Rift is Inspired By Kenyan Runners' Barefoot Style
40
Wireless Recharging Electric Bikes
These E-Bikes Can Power Up at Unmanned Docking Stations
39
Futuristic Basketball Shoes
The NikeLab Kobe X Elite Brings Shoe Technology Forward
38
Sports Supplement Packaging
The Nativetech by Siemalab Line Boasts Vibrant Typographic Branding
37
99 Gram Soccer Shoes
The adizero 99g is the Lightest Soccer Boot Ever Created
36
Branded Workout Challenges
Nike's Better For It Challenge Gets People Fit in 90 Days
35
Affordable Custom Bikes
Kp Cykler Wants to Incorporate Style and Vintage Aesthetics for Less
34
Clay-Court Tennis Apparel
The Adidas Roland Garros Collection Ensures Stylish Performance
33
Pulsing Music Apps
HeartbeatsMUSIC Wearable Music Player App Recommends Tracks by Pulse
32
Low-Cost Assembly Bicycles
The Reframed Bike Has To Be Assembled By its User
31
Gradient Golf Shoes
This Limited Edition Nike Lunar Control 3 Features a Stylish Gradient
30
Charitable Fitness Bands
UNICEF's Kid Power Bands Empower Kids to Do Good for Others
29
Bike Factory Cafes
Heritage Bicycles in Chicago is Part Bike Shop and Part Coffeeshop
28
Swimming Sport Watches
This Sleek Performance Watch is Designed for Swimmers
27
Virtual Cycling Route Gadgets
Bkool Creates Animated Cycling Routes For Stationary Bikes
26
Inflatable Paddleboards
The SipaBoard is an Inflatable, Motor-Driven Paddleboard
25
Fitness Band Payments
Jawbone and AmEx Have Announced a Partnership Involving a New Device
24
Convertible Roller Skates
These Adaptable Roller Blades Transform Wheel Alignment with a Pinch
23
Advanced Football Uniforms
The Texas Christian University Football Uniform Was Designed By Nike
22
Dynamic Training Shoes
The Nike Free TR 5 Flyknit is Designed For Female Athletes
21
Blacked Out Soccer Shoes
The Nike Academy Black Pack Pays Tribute to Academy Players
20
3D-Printable Beer Tools
Heineken's #ChampionTheMatch Campaign Shares 3D Printable Designs
19
Bike Share Programs
Philadelphia's Indego System is Placed in Low-Income Neighborhoods
18
Eco Tournament Uniforms
Nike Women's Soccer Collection is Made Using Recycled Plastic Bottles
17
Shoppable Athletic Videos
In Partnership with Smartzer, Puma Makes It Possible to Shop a Video
16
Glory-Celebrating Apparel
This Nike Apparel Commemmorates Duke University's NCAA Conquest
15
Smart Weightlifting Mirrors
The SmartSpot Device Tracks and Recognizes Different Exercises
14
Ultra-Safe Bicycles
The Babel Bike is Billed as the Safest Bicycle Ever Built
13
Anniversary Athletic Apparel
The 'adidas by Stella McCartney' Line Celebrates 10 Years of Style
12
Fan Sportscaster Platforms
Rabble Invites Sports Enthusiasts to Broadcast Matches for Each Other
11
Subway Fitness Stations
Reebok Challenges Korean Commuters to Keep Fit While Waiting for a Train
10
Relatable Fitness Ads
Nike's Better For It Campaign Amusingly Addresses Negative Inner Thoughts
9
Convenient Surfing Watches
The Ultratide Puts Surfing-Related Alerts and Information On Your Wrist
8
Sport Idol Campaigns
The Nike Golf Commercial Captures a Young Rory McIlroy's Inspiration
7
Athlete Incentive Platforms
FanPay Rewards Student Athletes with a Crowdfunded Graduation Gift
6
Energizing Fruit Lemonade
Hydrive Energy Water's Pink Lemonade Provides a Small Shot of Caffeine
5
Fluctuating Jersey Retail
This Jersey Exchange App Sells Sports Shirts on Score-Dependent Prices
4
Hip-Hop Yoga Classes
Y7 Studio Boasts a Soundtrack Featuring Drake, Beyonce and Jay-Z
3
Aquatic Activity Bracelets
LedSwim Uses NFC Tracking to Record Swimming Activity
2
Customizable Sports News Apps
This Breaking Sports News App Leverages Social Media News Feeds
1
Apartment Athletic Exhibits
This Apartment Museum Commemorates the Kerrigan/Harding Scandal
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Complete Lunch Kits
Al Parque's Portable Lunch Box Design Totes a Salad, Sandwich and Drink
Simple Velcro Sneakers
The Nike Free Socfly is Stylishly Easy to Slip On
Modular Designer Sportswear
The JFS x NikeLab Summer Line is Meant to be Layered for Versatility
Pouring the Perfect Pint
The Heineken Bartender Final 2015 Serves up a Winner with Star Factor
The Beach Bar Experience
Trend Hunter Chats with Sabino, Jessica & Lillo About #TheDreamIsland
Futuristic Laceless Sneakers
The Nikelab x Sacai Air Max 90 is a Chic Iteration of the Iconic Shoe
Super Speedy Bicycles
The Raht Racer Can Travel as Fast as a Car
Rebellious Running Apparel
The Latest Nike Track & Field Collection is Full of Color and Attitude
70s-Inspired Sportswear
The Nike Liberty Collection Uses the Rarely Seen Merlin Scarf Print
City Tour Sportswear
The Nike Tights of the Moment is Inspired by Los Angeles' Vibrant Urban Life
Wristworn Water Bottles
The Wrist Drink Band Offers Hands-Free Hydration
Chainless Folding Bikes
The JIVR Folding Bike Reduces Clutter with a Chainless Design
Contemporary Boutique Gyms
1Rebel in London is a Former Office Turned Theatrical Luxury Gym
Rainbow Athletic Wear
The Nike Spring/summer "Sunset" Pack Was Inspired by the Summer Sky
Cyclist Signal Gloves
For Urban Cycling Safety, These Gloves Keep Motorists Informed of Turns
Psychedelic 60s Editorials
Vogue Ukraine's Kasia Jujeczka Story Features MOD Fashion Staples
Famous Sneaker Anthologies
The Encyclopedia of Air Jordans Offers a Full History of the Shoe
Lightweight Summer Shoes
The Jordan Eclipse is Inspired By Classic Jordan Shoes
Botanical Snakeskin Sneakers
These Adidas High Tops Boast an Eye-Catching Floral Print
Hybrid Cafe Film Studios
Spreadhouse Coffee in NYC Also Houses a Film Production Lab
Illuminating Running Shoe Lights
The Night Runner Shoe Lights Make It Safer To Run At Night
Special Pastel Sneakers
The Nike Basketball Easter Collection is Bright and Happy for the Holiday
Reanimated Shoe Designs
The Nike Air Max Zero is Produced 29 Years After the Original Sketch
Eco-Friendly Unicycles
The Airwheel Unicycle is an Enjoyable & Planet-Preserving Transit Choice
Transparent Water Branding
Tundra Packaging Shows the Product's Purity with a See-Through Image
Plush Running Shoes
The Nike Air Zoom Vomero Keeps Your Feet Happy On the Run
Two-Toned Toy Packages
Technology Will Save Us & Oliver Helfrich Designed the Educational Toy Kits
Virtual Vino Pop-Ups
This Virtual Wine Vending Machine Pop-Up is Inside a Subway Station
Split-Toe Running Shoes
The Nike Air Rift is Inspired By Kenyan Runners' Barefoot Style
Flaring Fitness Fashion (UPDATE)
The NikeLab x sacai Collection Introduces Atypical Silhouettes
Wireless Recharging Electric Bikes
These E-Bikes Can Power Up at Unmanned Docking Stations
Handmade Bicycle Kits
JIGLESS is a 3D-Printed Kit for Building a Bicycle at Home
Cereal Killer Basketball Shoes
The LeBron 12 Cereal Celebrates LeBron James' Go-To Breakfast
Futuristic Basketball Shoes
The NikeLab Kobe X Elite Brings Shoe Technology Forward
Lightweight Bicycle Locks
The Litelok Lets You Enjoy Lightweight Bike Security
99 Gram Soccer Shoes
The adizero 99g is the Lightest Soccer Boot Ever Created
Repair Shop Cafes
The Roadside Torque Coffee Shop is Convenient for Commuters
Electrifying Soccer Apparel
The New Portugal Away Kit Features Flashy Speed Graphics
Basketball-Celebrating Collections
Nike's Net Collector Society Launches in Time for March Madness
Curvy Nordic Supercars
The Toroidion 1MW is the World's Most Powerful All-Electric Supercar
Branded Workout Challenges
Nike's Better For It Challenge Gets People Fit in 90 Days
Soft-Riding Race Bicycles
The Pinarello Dogma K8-S Smoothens Out Bumpy Rides
Invitation-Only Arts Associations
The Battery is a Chic Members-Only Club in San Francisco
Silk Road Shoes
The Kobe X Silk Shoes Are Inspired By Kobe Bryant's Asian and European Connections
Branded Fitness Communities
The Nike Training Club Connects Like-Minded People in a Healthy Way
Evolved Running Shoes
The Nike Free Collection Harnesses a Runner's Natural Motion
Low-Cost Assembly Bicycles
The Reframed Bike Has To Be Assembled By its User
Medieval Church Cafes
This Amsterdam Cafe is Located Within the City's Oldest Building
Minimalist Flat-Pack Bikes
The Brilliant Bicycle Co Wants to Make Sleek Design Affordable
Grape-Inspired Shoes
The Kobe X Vino is Inspired By Green Grapes
Fiery Soccer Shoes
The Nike Intense Heat Pack Embodies Tension and Pressure
Fabulous Flask Bracelets
This Areaware Accessory Styles You with an Accessible Shot of Alcohol
Canoe-Inspired Shoes
The Low Classic Boat Shoes Are Mini Rafts for Your Feet
Clinical Cosmetics Packaging
The Laboratorio Ahal Boasts Understated Scientific Branding
Hybrid Yoga Cafes
Toronto's Yogaville Pairs Classes for Relaxation with Treats
Rustic Takeout Packaging
This Takeout Packaging Design Channels the Brand's Traditional Values
Commercial Art Galleries
Museum as Retail Space is a Contemporary Art Gallery in LA
Jungle Gym Vests
The Athletitti Athletic Vest Turns Parents into Mobile Playrounds
Bike Factory Cafes
Heritage Bicycles in Chicago is Part Bike Shop and Part Coffeeshop
Self-Expressing Smartwatches
The Noodoe is a DIY Wearable Creative Types Can Wholly Customize
Nitrogen-Chilled Coffee
The NBHD Neanderthal Cafe Chills Its Iced Coffee Drinks with Nitrogen
Wellness-Focused Communities
The Aerie Collective is About Connecting Mind, Body and Soul
Swimming Sport Watches
This Sleek Performance Watch is Designed for Swimmers
Modern Beer Exhibits
The Stockholm Spritmuseum's Latest Event Chronicles Brewing Methods
Wristworn Travel Apps
easyJet's Mobile Travel App Caters to Apple Watch Users
Fitness Band Payments
Jawbone and AmEx Have Announced a Partnership Involving a New Device
Modern Mediterranean Branding
This 5 Olive Oil Packaging Boasts Clean and Vivid Typography
Custom Smartwatch Bands
You Can Design a Custom Apple Watch Band on Casetify
Smartwatch Battery Bands
The wipowerband Proposes to Extend the Apple Watch Battery Life
Minimalist Fitness Tracking Watches
The Mondaine Helvetica No.1 Smart Looks Like a Classic Watch
Exhilarating Soccer Apparel
The New Holland Away Kit Celebrates the Dutch Soccer School
Hybrid Baby Strollers
This Stroller Concept Has a Second Function as a Child's Bike Seat
Academic Shoe Packaging
The CLOT x Lunar Force 1 Nike Shoe Packaging Resembles a Yearbook
50-Color Shoe Collections
The Adidas Superstar Supercolor Pack Includes 50 Unique Colorways
Filtering Water Bottles
Sukori by Fan Bao Brings Portability to Potability
Soda Fountain Billboards
Coca-Cola's Drinkable Billboard Satisfies Thirsty Basketball Fans
Weatherman-Inspired Shoes
The Nike KD7 Weatherman Pays Homage to Weather Green Screens
Bike Share Programs
Philadelphia's Indego System is Placed in Low-Income Neighborhoods
Glory-Celebrating Apparel
This Nike Apparel Commemmorates Duke University's NCAA Conquest
Smart Weightlifting Mirrors
The SmartSpot Device Tracks and Recognizes Different Exercises
Wearable Banking Devices
The Westpac Bank in New Zealand is Developing an Apple Watch App
Sparkling Soccer Shoes
Nike's Mercurial Superfly CR7 Silverware Celebrates the Pursuit of Glory
Herbal Cosmetics Branding
The Ahal Beauty Line is Eco-Conscious and Indulgent
Dapper Seafood Packaging
This Fish Packaging Design Aims to Meld Tradition with Modernity
Relatable Fitness Ads
Nike's Better For It Campaign Amusingly Addresses Negative Inner Thoughts
Wearable Tactile Toys
Smash-a-Ball is a Wearable Electronic Game for Visually Impaired Kids
Respectful Skate Apparel
Adidas 'Respect Your Roots' Collection Pays Tribute to Skate Pioneers
Sport Idol Campaigns
The Nike Golf Commercial Captures a Young Rory McIlroy's Inspiration
Athlete Incentive Platforms
FanPay Rewards Student Athletes with a Crowdfunded Graduation Gift
Revived Soccer Shoes
The Tiempo Legend V Premium Revives a Retired Line
Hater-Admonishing Soccer Boots
The Miadidas f50 Haters Boots Have a Stunning, Sparkling Appearance
Designer Charity Apparel
This Stella McCartney T-Shirt Collection Raises Money for War Child UK
Seasoning Salts Packaging
This Sea Salt Packaging is Inspired by the Region Where It is Harvested
Swimmingly Meditative Programs
Yoga at the Aquarium Returns at Ripley's Location in Toronto
Smartwatch Banking Apps
HDFC's WatchBanking Platform Makes Finance Management Easy
Millennial-Targeted Basketball Streams
This March Madness Stream is For Xbox-Owning Millennials
Sustainable Seafood Rebrands
This New Brand Identity for Blue Circle Foods is Educational
Sweat-Detecting Perfumes
This Smart Perfume's Odor Strength Varies Depending On How Much You Sweat
Cashless Banking Apps
Australia Commonwealth's CommBank is Optimized for the Apple Watch
Urban Social Runs
Nike Toronto's City-Celebrating Local Run is Led by a Resident Runner