Experiential fitness challenges, immersive stadium shows and activewear prototyping studios are just some of these notable May 2016 sports innovations. Standouts in the realm of fitness include athleticwear retail environments that promote diversity and customization along with connected workout equipment that tracks performance effectively.
When examining sports marketing trends, the month's most memorable examples include truck designs that are inspired by famed baseball teams and sports livestreams that are launched in partnership with athletic associations and social media platforms.
In the realm of sports and youth, these May 2016 sports innovations include kid-friendly yoga games and running race preparation kits that are designed to encourage youth to get outdoors and get active rather than spending too much time in front of a mobile or computer screen.
Top 75 Sport Trends in May
From Baseball-Inspired Automobiles to Kid-Friendly Yoga Games:
Jana Pijak — May 30, 2016 — Lifestyle
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Stand-Up Aquatic Pedal Boards
Hobie Mirage Eclipse Boards are Like Step Machines for the Water
74
Sporty Beach Fashion
The Edit Alessandra Ambrosio Editorial Introduces Summery Activewear
73
Aesthetically Pleasing Fitness Equipment
The 'Femton' Gym Gear is Made from Natural Materials
72
All-In-One Fitness Equipment
The 'Move It' Device Helps Consumers Exercise at Home
71
Tropical Activewear Launches
Stone Fox Sweat is the Latest Subdivision of the Fashion Brand
70
Hand Signal Indicators
'beSEEN' Cycling Gloves Activate When Hands are Removed from the Handlebars
69
E-Bike Conversion Accessories
The TranzX Works is a Sleek Battery that Turns Bikes into E-Bikes
68
Members-Only Pop-Up Shops
The Jordan Brooklyn Pop-Up is Temporarily Open in Flatbush
67
Interactive Football Cleat Launches
This Puma Tricks Event Launched the Shoe in London
66
Activewear Prototyping Studios
The Lululemon Lab in NYC is an Experimental Retail Concept
65
Versatile Cycling Fashion
The CHCB Spring Collection is Great for On and Off the Bike
64
Press-to-Sip Water Bottles
The Avex Freeflow Drink Dispensers are Designed for the Great Outdoors
63
Foldable Bike Locks
Altor Makes Thwarting Bike Theft Convenient
62
Reissued Retro Runners
The NikeLab Air Zoom Talaria is Re-Released with Slight Updates
61
Weaponized Combat Games
The Unified Weapons Master Game Features Armed Martial Artistss
60
Urban Surf Parks
The URBNSURF Wave Pool Offers Public Surfing With a Simulated Beach
59
Stylish Protective Bike Helmets
The 'HEL' Bicycle and Skate Helmet is a Chic Way to Stay Safe
58
Experiential Fitness Events
CLIF Bar's VIP Workout Prepared Toronto for the WWF CN Tower Climb
57
VR Ticket Previews
The StubHub Virtual Reality Features Lets People Experience Where They'll Sit
56
Arcade-Style Gyms
Asphalt Green Transforms Workouts with Technology
55
Bump-Absorbing Bicycles
This Cross-Country Bicycle Protects Riders In the Event Of Bumpy Rides
54
Futuristic Road Racers
The Specialized fUCI by Robert Egger Turns Traditional Bikes on Their Heads
53
Supercharged Aquatic Jet Packs
The Zapata Flyboard V3 Complete Kit Launches Users Up to 43-Feet
52
Freestyle Running Machines
The 'FleXSpace' Treadmill Machine Features an Open Concept Design
51
Cyclist Turning Signals
The 'WingLight' Direction Indicators Drivers and Pedestrians Informed
50
Wearable Flotation Bags
The Kingii Bag Helps You Get Out of Tricky Situations In the Water
49
Updated Classic Sneakers
The Familiar Nike Air Presto Ultra Flyknit Boasts Modern Materials
48
Supercharged Race Cars
This Mercedes Formula One Car is a Silent Killer On the Track
47
Core Workout Sledgehammers
The MostFit Core Hammer is Safer Than a Sledgehammer and Tire
46
3D-Printed Shin Guards
Zweikampf's Shock-Absorbing Structure was Inspired by Japanese Samurai
45
Enhanced Athletic Snorkel Gear
The Ameo Powerbreather Wave Edition Puts a Focus on Performance
44
Rugged Trail Shoes
Adidas' New Trail Running Shoe Features Mountain Bike Tire Lugs
43
Enhanced Electric Mountain Bikes
The SCOTT E-Genius Plus Electric Mountain Bicycle is Rugged
42
Baseball-Inspired Trucks
The Ford F-150 MVP Edition Truck Design Celebrates the Kansas City Royals
41
Kids Balance-Training Kits
The Kids Slackline Kit Encourages Children to Train with One Another
40
Dark Sunglasses Ads
The Nike Vision Campaign Gives the Sporty Look a Dramatic Edge
39
Finger-Worn Activity Trackers
The Ring Activity-Tracking Wearable Focuses on Comfort
38
Impact-Absorbing Shin Pads
The KPS600 Hockey Socks Provide Next-Generation Protection
37
Smart Bicycle Computers
The Wahoo Elemnt GPS Bicycle Computer Makes Your Bike Smarter
36
Marathon-Centric Hotel Packages
The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Offers a Package for Runners
35
Breathable Waterproof Clothing
The Mishmi Takin Clothing Collection Provides Performance Outdoors
34
Graffiti Artist-designed Surfboards
The Stampd x Futura Surfboard is a Functional Work of Art
33
Designer Golf Courses
Visionary Crazy Golf Hopes to Take Over Trafalgar Square in London
32
Camera-Embedded Bicycle Computers
The 'Xplova X5' Keeps Track of Rides, Health and More
31
Collectible Jersey Packaging
The adidas Eurocup Collectors Kit is Simple and Classy
30
Self-Massage Device Kits
The TriggerPoint Performance Collection Enables Total Body Massages
29
Ice-Themed Fitness Challenges
Reebok Promoted Activchill with Two-Minute Stationary Bike Rides
28
Glow-in-the-Dark Classic Games
The 'REDUX' Capture the Flag Game Updates the Classic Pastime
27
Gesture-Control Bike Lights
The 'SIX' Bike Signal Light Operates Based on Hand Gestures
26
Customizable Fitness Leggings
Alala's Captain Ankle Tight Has a Design That Can Be Tailored
25
Standing Scooter Golf Carts
The 'Caruca' Golf Scooter Offers a Functional Ride Around the Course
24
Ticket-Reserving Apps
The ShooWin App Helps Sports Fans Get Face Value Tickets to Sports Events
23
Sporty Face-Painting Apps
FaceCake's 'In the Paint' Helps Sports Fans Virtually Apply Face Paint
22
Golf-Tracking Wearables
The Garmin Approach X40 Makes Golf Training and Playing More Efficient
21
Interactive Race Day Apps
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway App Improves the Race Day Experience
20
Bicycle Lock Alarms
The 'goLock VENTURE' Locking System Keeps an Eye on Your Bicycle
19
Camera-Embedded Cyclist Helmets
The Cyclevision Safety Helmet Records Footage During Rides
18
Hydrating Resistance Vests
The 'CrossXvest EVO' Weight Vest Provides Resistance and Hydration
17
Personal Flight Drones
The 'Flyboard Air' Enables High-Flying Capabilities in a Compact Design
16
Hi-Tech Bike Speedometers
The Omata One Boasts a GPS Chip and Connects to an Accompanying App
15
Solo Sport Practice Equipment
The PowerNet Volleyball Practice Net Station is Comprehensive
14
Suspension-Strengthened Snowboards
This New Snowboard System is Better At Absorbing Shock Impacts
13
Adventurous Sleeping Stunts
Icebreaker Marks Its New Store Launch with a Daring Publicity Stunt
12
Smart Bicycle Bells
Shoka's Bell Enhances Navigation, Safety and Gamifies Cycling
11
Data-Powered Tennis Posters
These IBM Ads Share Animated Sports Facts Based on Real-Time Events
10
Self-Inflating Paddleboards
This Version Of the SipaBoard Ditches the Jet Drive System
9
Football Player Health Apps
The TeamStudy App Monitors the Cognitive Health of Former NFL Players
8
Kid-Friendly Yoga Games
Thinkfun's 'Yoga Spinner Game' for Kids Teaches Flexibility and Balance
7
Fan-Rewarding Baseball Apps
The New Somerset Patriots App Rewards Fans For Social Media Activity
6
Comprehensive Golf Apps
The 18Birdies App Helps You Get Around and Dominate the Golf Course
5
Communal Cycling Apps
The My City Bikes App Encourages Knoxville Residents to Cycle
4
Selective Baseball Streams
The Yahoo Sports Website Will Stream One Baseball Game a Day
3
Disabled Runner Apps
Simon Wheatcroft Partners with IBM to Use Technology to Run Solo
2
College Athlete Payment Platforms
The Player’s Bracket App Lets Fans Donate Money to Athletes
1
Social Sports Livestreams
NFL Fans Can Now Livestream Thursday Night Football on Twitter
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AVI is a Pioneering Activewear Brand
Artist-Inspired Athletic Wear Collections
Hyba Activewear Partners with Michelle Hoogveld
Collaboration Retro Tennis Apparel
The Lacoste x Sporty & Rich Collection Has a Soft Palette
Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories
adidas Presents a New Series of Nostalgic Retro Accessories
Collaborative Sports Club Fashion
Y-3 and Real Madrid Join Forces Again on a New Capsule
Preserve-Themed Pickleball Gear
Vlasic X Sprints Collaborated on a Pickleball Collection
Soccer Jersey-Inspired Fashion
Balenciaga's Soccer Series Draws Inspiration From the Sport
Empowering Body-Confidence Sports Ads
Dove's 2024 Super Bowl Ad Will Inspire Young Girls
Colorful Athleisure Essentials
Jill Yoga’s Athleisure Line is Colorful, Cozy, & Performance-Driven
Chic Activewear Lookbooks
OTTI Debuts Its Second Collection for 2022/2023 and It is Eye-Catching
Ultra-Stylish Active Clothing
OTTI Debuts a Range of New Head-Turning Athletic Pieces
Vintage-Inspired Football Apparel
Russell Athletic and Ceeze Launch the 'Kick-Off' Collection
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
Diverse Sporty Apparel Collaborations
Liverpool FC Joins Converse on a Collaborative Capsule
Strength Training Wearables
Whoop's Strength Training Feature Measures a Workout's Muscular Load
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Cooling Women's Football Jerseys
adidas Football Just Debuted New FIFA Women’s World Cup Jerseys
Mexico-Honoring Colorful Footwear
size? Joins adidas Originals on a Cinco de Mayo Series
Cross Sports Athletic Wear
The Reigning Champ x Racquet Magazine Line Arrives in Time for Summer
80s Football-Inspired Collections
Admiral Sports Introduces the Team Dressers Collection
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Inclusive Sporty Collaborative Fashion
Feng Chen Wang Joins Nike on a New Collection
Affordable Tennis-Inspired Apparel
UNIQLO Leads Tennis-Core Trend Revival With Affordable Style
Elevated Luxury Spring Sportswear
Chanel Showcases its Newest Capsule for the SS23 Season
Nudist-Themed Sporty Fashion Campaigns
PUMA and NOAH Join Forces on a New Collection
Vibrant Caribbean-Inspired Collections
Adidas MAS NATION Draws Cues from the Caribbean Lifestyle
Local Community-Supporting Partnerships
The NFL and the Shoe Surgeon Launch Youth Activations
Athletic Streetwear-Informed Apparel
Champion and thisisneverthat Reunite for a New Collection
Inclusive Streamlined Activewear
Knix Recently Debuted the Move For You Activewear Collection
Luxury Sportswear Capsules
Adidas Basketball Launches its Debut Luxury Sportswear Collection
Sporting Culture-Inspired Streetwear
La Martina Drew Inspiration from Sports for the Field 85
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Fashionable Technical Sportswear
Stella Mccartney's 2024 collection Offers Sporting Excellence
Expression-Focused Sportswear Capsules
Reebok Launches the ‘Create What Makes You’ Collection
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creative-Focused Sportswear Campaigns
adidas Celebrates Creativity with Ama Qamata and Dee Koala
Tennis Icon-Inspired Collections
Wilson Sportswear's Modern Icons Collection is Performance-Driven
Adventure-Inspired Outerwear Campaigns
Canada Goose & KidSuper Drop an NBA All-Star Collection
Sports-Centric Digital Collectibles Platform
Sweet Took Part in the Launch of NHL Breakaway
Plush Footwear Pop-Ups
The Monster Den by On Shares the Joy of Running
Gen Z Sustainability Campaigns
PUMA Recruits Gen Z Leaders to Showcase How They Live Sustainably
Plogging-Friendly Sports Bands
Fountain Studio Develops a Device to Enhance Eco Running Adventures
Tennis-Inspired Sportswear Lines
Sergio Tacchini's Spring/Summer 2023 Line is Sporty and Elegant
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Content House-Backed Collections
FaZe Clan and Nike Debut a New Apparel and Footwear Collaboration
NFL-Themed Athletic Apparel
NOBULL Drops NFL Combine Collection as 2023’s Presenting Sponsor
Fashionable Performance Swimwear
Nike Swim is Launching Multiple New Styles Ahead of the Summer
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Versatile Athletic Capsules
Brunette the Label’s Sport Collection Just Dropped
Vibrant Race-Inspired Apparel Collections
Pacsun Debuts Its Collaboration with Formula 1® in Miami
UK Summer-Ready Sporty Fashion
Unknown London Launches a New Capsule Designed for Summer
Dynamic Collaborative Sporty Fashion
Advisry and adidas Join Forces on a Capsule for SS24
Intercontinental Collaborative Capsules
BornXRaised and Paris Saint-Germain Work on a Collection
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
Sporty Upcycled Vintage Collections
Nike Relaunches the Re-Creation Program in London and Paris
Exclusive Women-Celebrating Apparel Collections
Foot Locker Launches Women’s History Month Apparel
Garden-Themed Activewear Capsules
MoveActive's Garden Party Collection is Eye-Catching
Football-Themed Retro Jerseys
Umbro Releases the Nations Collection of Sporty Goods
Sportswear Imprint Art Exhibitions
adidas Originals Presents the Originals Newcastle Exhibition
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Luxe Monogrammed Spring Apparel
adida and Gucci Join Forces on a New Capsule for SS23
Outdoor-Inspired Collaborative Capsules
Merrell 1TRL & Trippin Unveils the Natural Highs Campaign
Avant-Garde Sporty Fall Fashion
Y-3 Presents its Latest Capsule for the FW23 Season
Nostalgic Baseball Hats
Mitchell & Ness Rounds Out MLB Product Assortment
Otherworldly Sports Stadium Designs
MAD Architects Design a Striking Stadium in Quzhou, China
Performance-Ready Sporty Sub-Labels
adidas Sportswear Launches Channeling Modern Themes
Sweat Fleece Sporty Campaigns
Nike's Don’t Sweat the Tech-nique Campaign Readies for Fall 2023
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Streetwear-Informed Sporty Kits
Arsenal Football Club and maharishi Join on a New Capsule
Beer-Branded Fashion Capsules
805 Beer Has Unveiled Its Latest Spring 2024 Fashion Capsule
Retro Football-Inspired Capsules
adidas Presents the World Cup Collection Celebrating Football
London-Inspired Sporty Campaigns
Nike Presents the Pulse of London Campaign Honoring the City
Motorsports-Inspired Fall Fashion
Sage Nation Introduces a New Collection for FW24
Collaborative Patterned Active Apparel
adidas Joins Marimekko on a New Capsule for SS23
Women-Celebrating Sports Lines
Mitchell & Ness & Melody Ehsani Celebrate Women in Sports Business
Vintage Women's Sportswear
Sporty & Rich Partners with adidas to Launch New 'Campus 80s' Capsule
Summer-Ready Luxe Sporty Fashion
The New Fendi Active Basketball Series Readies for Summer
Expansive Sporty Spring Timepieces
adidas Originals Presents the SS23 Watch Collection
1980s Athletic Club Collections
Miller Lite and Mitchell & Ness Revive Iconic 1980s Capsule
Bold Sports Apparel Campaigns
New Balance Unveils 'We Got Now' Campaign Featuring Shohei Ohtani
Sporting Moment-Inspired Fall Fashion
Admiral Sporting Goods Presents its New Capsule for FW23
Unsubscribing Activity Campaigns
Unsubscribe for Sports Challenges Canadians to Get Active
Celebrity Sportswear Capsules
Adidas Unveils the 'Z.N.E. Collection' for its New Sportswear Label
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Basketball-Inspired Fashion Lines
The PUMA x Rhuigi Capsule Draws Inspiration from NYC Basketball
Sustainable Sports Waxes
YEW! Emphasizes Sustainability and Performance in Its Sports Wax
Mindful Mental Health Ads
Alo Moves 2023 Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign Just Launched
Expansive Spring-Ready Skatewear
The Palace Spring 2024 Series is Full of Dynamic Silhouettes
Elevated Contemporary Sportswear Lines
Admiral Sporting Goods Co. Re-Interprets Classic Designs
Gen Z Basketball Campaigns
Rivalry Unites with Basketball Forever for a Gen Z-Focused NBA Campaign
Basketball-inspired Fashion Collaborations
Mitchell & Ness Partners with Isiah Thomas
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Cycle-Ready Graphic Apparel
NOAH Presents the New Nostalgic Champion Stripe Collection
Vibrant Women's Athlete Kits
Oakland Soul Sports Club Unveils Its 2024 Designs
Esports Hat Collections
FURIA Partners with New Era for a Hat Merchandise Collaboration
Contemporary Skiwear Capsules
DKNY Tech Enters the Sports Market with Its First Skiwear Collection
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Collaborative Gorpcore-Themed Apparel
IVY PARK and adidas Continue to Grow its Expansive Capsule
Sustainable Sports Apparel
Umbro Launches the Undyed Collection to Encourage Sustainable Practices
Violence-Combatting Sporty Capsules
adidas and Arsenal Expand the No More Red Collection
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Wellness-Focused Demure Apparel
Crop Shop Boutique Launches New Wellness Collection for Fall
Supportive Activewear Silhouettes
Joe Fresh and Sasha Exeter Launch a Studio-Inspired Collection
Football-Themed Collaborative Fashion
Umbro and Percival Join on a New Sporty Collection
One-on-One Coaching Marketplaces
Skillest Launches New Sports to Its Roster of Coaching Offerings
Vibrant Elevated Lifestyle Sneakers
Teddy Santis' New Balance MiUSA Line Continues to Grow
Luxe Esports Merchandise Capsules
Mercedes-Benz Launches an Esports Collection with Saul Nash
Accessible Fitness-Focused Smartwatches
The Moto Watch 70 Tracks Sports and More
Sports Card-Inspired Footwear
Panini America and Reebok Celebrate Prizm Sports Cards
Collaborative Sporty Exhibitions
The New SPEZIAL F.C Exhibition Highlights adidas Collaborators
Soccer-Themed Undergarment Capsules
Savage X Fenty Releases a New Collection Inspired by Soccer
Athlete-Backed Sports Apparel
Tiger Woods and TaylorMade Golf Team Up to Launch Sun Day Red
Esports Management Programs
ITTI Sports Launches an Esports Course with Barça Innovation Hub
Innovative Cooling Product Partnerships
MISSION Sponsors runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
Horse Racing-Themed Spring Streetwear
Woolrich Presents the Unorthodox Outsiders Campaign for SS23
Sporty Digital Apparel
Roots & Stadium Live Launched a Digital Experience for Gen Z
Love-Inspired Tennis Brands
Love All Boasts a Collection of Stylish and Functional Activewear
Betting-Ready Sports Apps
Apple's Latest Sports App Streamlines Scores and Stat Viewing
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Eye-Catching Modern Tennis Collections
Year of Ours Has Debuted Its Annual Year Tennis Collection
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Fandom-Exploring Sports Partnerships
NFL and Mitchell & Ness Collaborate to Spotlight Fan Stories
Adventure-Inspired Editorials
HBX Has Debuted a New Lookbook with Items from Well-Known Brands
Italian Delicacy-Themed Jerseys
Bene Culture Launches a New Sporty Capsule for Summer
Vibrant Sportswear Lines
New Balance's Made in USA Season 3 Collection Celebrates Sport Heritage
Women-Led Toronto Florists
May Flowers Flourishes with a Captivating Approach to Floral Design
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Sporty Elevated Staple Apparel
The adidas Blue Version Capsule Delivers Ambitious Designs
Heritage Month Sports Campaigns
ESPN's 'Somos' Campaign Celebrates Hispanic Sports Icons
Student-Focused Esports Deals
Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports
Esports Sportswear Partnerships
Team Vitality Signs a Deal with Danish Sportswear Brand hummel
Fitness-Focused Sport Headphones
These Creative Outlier Headphones Come in Two Models
Accessible Sportswear Campaigns
Decathlon Launches the 'Play It Smart' Campaign in Canada
Sports Teams-Inspired Sneakers
adidas Unveils New Sneakers Honoring New York Sports Teams
Social-Platform Live Sport Features
Threads is Rolling Out Live Sports Scores with the NBA
Seamless Sports Betting Apps
theScore Bet Debuts New Commercial Spots as part of Fall Campaign
Integrated Streamed Sports Platform
Roku Launches a New Sports-Centric Content on the Home Screen
Basketball-Inspired Sneaker Packs
Joshua Vides and PUMA Join Forces on the Hoops Collection
Amateur Youth Sports Channels
NBC Sports Next Launches the SportsEngine Play Platform