# Sustainable Exercise Consumers opt for more eco-friendly ways to get exercise. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Aug 19, 2014 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sustainable-exercise ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.0/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Sustainable Exercise trend? **Sustainable Exercise:** Instead of opting for an energy-hogging gym, consumers are turning to solutions that are either dual-purpose or sustainable. This shift towards a green design marks a consumer preference for guilt-free means of maintaining activities in their daily routine. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 28, 2013 to Aug 19, 2014 - Published: Aug 19, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Sustainable Exercise trend ### Sustainability The trend towards sustainable products is pushing the creation of eco-friendly solutions with a minimal carbon footprint. ### Dual-Use Products The rise of dual-use products with enhanced functionality is creating innovative solutions that solve two problems with one product. ### Biological Filters The use of biological filters in place of harsh chemicals is becoming a popular alternative for a wide range of products. ## What the Sustainable Exercise trend means for industry ### For Sustainable Sports Equipment Producing sports equipment in an eco-friendly manner with little carbon footprint opens up new opportunities for product development and customer acquisition. ### For Alternative Energy Solutions The deployment of environmentally conscious solutions for generating energy create opportunities in the emerging field of alternative energy. ### For Sustainable Architecture Sustainable architecture and green building is driving innovation in businesses that want to create environmentally conscious commercial and residential buildings. ## Trend signals for Sustainable Exercise Trend score 6.0 out of 10, from popularity 92%, activity 81%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 92% - Activity: 81% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Sustainable Exercise trend 5 featured examples from Sep 28, 2013 to Aug 19, 2014. - [Chemical-Free Swiming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chlorinefree-pool): This Chlorine-Free Pool Uses Biological Filters (Category: Eco) Implication: The swimming pool manufacturing industry can explore new opportunities by incorporating chemical-free pool technologies into their product offerings. - [Cycle-Spun Laundry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-washing-machine): The Bike Washing Machine Encourages Activity and Eco-Consciousness (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity to develop exercise equipment that combines physical activity with household tasks. - [Sustainable Oceanic Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureo-skateboards): Bureo Skateboards Makes Skateboards from Ocean Netting (Category: Eco) Implication: The skateboard manufacturing industry has the opportunity to embrace sustainable materials and production processes, such as using recycled fishnets, to create eco-friendly skateb… - [Energy-Generating Jungle Gyms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empower-playgrounds): Empower Playgrounds Harnesses the Boundless Energy of Children (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for innovative solutions and collaborations for renewable energy companies, leveraging the use of solar panels, wind turbines, and other green energy sources to provid… - [Solar Panel Sports Pitches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multisurface-field): The Cablean Sportveld is a Multi-Surface Field in the Netherlands (Category: Eco) Implication: Incorporating sustainable features such as solar panels into public sports facilities. ## 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 Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)