# EMS Training EMS-enhanced clothing and wearables help improve athletic results. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Nov 5, 2020 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ems-training ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.6/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the EMS Training trend? **EMS Training:** Electrical muscle stimulators are being used to enhance athletic performance and results, and are being offered in wearable forms that include everything from muscle-strengthening leggings to training suits. ## The consumer insight behind the EMS Training trend People who are committed to improving their athletic performance, for either professional or personal reasons, are more likely to experiment with products and services that help this process along. With the time and discpline fitness-minded consumers put into their athletic abilities, they seek out ways to optimize that process as best as possible. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 20, 2019 to Feb 19, 2021 - Published: Nov 5, 2020 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the EMS Training trend ### EMS-Enhanced Clothing Using EMS technology to enhance athletic wearables, clothing and gear are being designed for athletic performance improvements. ### AI-Backed Electrical Muscle Stimulators The integration of Smart Recovery AI in EMS technologies provides customizable recovery programs that suit consumers' needs. ### Portable Personal Trainers Athletes seek the flexibility of portable personal trainers equipped with electrical muscle stimulators to maximize training when performing sessions from home or out of the house. ## What the EMS Training trend means for industry ### For Fitness and Exercise Fitness centers and gyms can offer customers access to significant recovery programs using advanced electrical stimulation technologies. ### For Wearable Technologies Wearable tech companies are integrating EMS technology into clothing, gear, and wearables for improved athletic performance. ### For Medical Technology Electrical muscle stimulators are being incorporated into medical technology to ease muscle soreness, stiffness, and chronic pain in everyday consumers. ## Workshop question How could your brand help its customers optimize performance? ## Trend signals for EMS Training Trend score 5.6 out of 10, from popularity 79%, activity 81%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 79% - Activity: 81% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the EMS Training trend 7 featured examples from Feb 20, 2019 to Feb 19, 2021. - [Muscle-Toning EMS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ems-trainer): The SHENGMI EMS Trainer Helps Strengthen and Tone Muscles (Category: Naughty) - [EMS Technology Training Leggings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leggings): The 'Cellings' Unisex Leggings Accelerate Athletic Training (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for fitness apparel brands to integrate EMS technology in their products. - [EMS-Powered Workout Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-personal-trainer): The 'REAL EMS' Portable Personal Trainer Maximizes Exercises and More (Category: Tech) Implication: Fitness equipment manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of EMS-powered workout devices by developing versatile, portable workout solutions like the 'REAL EMS' Portable Persona… - [Workout-Enhancing Sport Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balanx-ems-training-suit): The Balanx EMS Training Suit Helps Wearers Burn More Calories (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for sports apparel companies to create workout suits and gear that incorporate EMS technology and compression fabric. - [AI-Backed Electric Muscle Stimulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerdot-2): The PowerDot 2.0 Helps to Strengthen and Recover Muscles (Category: Tech) Implication: The sports and athletics industry can benefit from AI-backed portable electric muscle stimulators that provide efficient recovery and training. - [EMS-Equipped Muscle Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doace-massage-gun): The DOACE Massage Gun Has a Two-in-One Design (Category: Tech) Implication: The fitness equipment industry can develop devices that can provide pain relief for athletes after they exercise. - [Phone-Powered Electrical Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wisenfit): The Wisenfit Helps You Achieve Maximum Performance (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate electrical muscle stimulation technology into sportswear to provide enhanced performance and muscle conditioning options for fitness e… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)