Top 50 Sports Trends in May

From Boutique Gym Memberships to Branded Workout Challenges

— May 31, 2015 — Lifestyle
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.
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Athlete Incentive Platforms
Athlete Incentive Platforms
FanPay Rewards Student Athletes with a Crowdfunded Graduation Gift
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54
Fluctuating Jersey Retail
Fluctuating Jersey Retail
This Jersey Exchange App Sells Sports Shirts on Score-Dependent Prices
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53
Bike Share Programs
Bike Share Programs
Philadelphia's Indego System is Placed in Low-Income Neighborhoods
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52
Aquatic Activity Bracelets
Aquatic Activity Bracelets
LedSwim Uses NFC Tracking to Record Swimming Activity
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51
Customizable Sports News Apps
Customizable Sports News Apps
This Breaking Sports News App Leverages Social Media News Feeds
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50
Convenient Surfing Watches
Convenient Surfing Watches
The Ultratide Puts Surfing-Related Alerts and Information On Your Wrist
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49
Fan Sportscaster Platforms
Fan Sportscaster Platforms
Rabble Invites Sports Enthusiasts to Broadcast Matches for Each Other
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48
Apartment Athletic Exhibits
Apartment Athletic Exhibits
This Apartment Museum Commemorates the Kerrigan/Harding Scandal
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47
Anniversary Athletic Apparel
Anniversary Athletic Apparel
The 'adidas by Stella McCartney' Line Celebrates 10 Years of Style
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46
Glory-Celebrating Apparel
Glory-Celebrating Apparel
This Nike Apparel Commemmorates Duke University's NCAA Conquest
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45
Energizing Fruit Lemonade
Energizing Fruit Lemonade
Hydrive Energy Water's Pink Lemonade Provides a Small Shot of Caffeine
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44
Dynamic Training Shoes
Dynamic Training Shoes
The Nike Free TR 5 Flyknit is Designed For Female Athletes
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43
Hip-Hop Yoga Classes
Hip-Hop Yoga Classes
Y7 Studio Boasts a Soundtrack Featuring Drake, Beyonce and Jay-Z
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42
Low-Cost Assembly Bicycles
Low-Cost Assembly Bicycles
The Reframed Bike Has To Be Assembled By its User
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41
Eco Tournament Uniforms
Eco Tournament Uniforms
Nike Women's Soccer Collection is Made Using Recycled Plastic Bottles
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40
Virtual Cycling Route Gadgets
Virtual Cycling Route Gadgets
Bkool Creates Animated Cycling Routes For Stationary Bikes
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39
Fitness Band Payments
Fitness Band Payments
Jawbone and AmEx Have Announced a Partnership Involving a New Device
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38
Ultra-Safe Bicycles
Ultra-Safe Bicycles
The Babel Bike is Billed as the Safest Bicycle Ever Built
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37
Pulsing Music Apps
Pulsing Music Apps
HeartbeatsMUSIC Wearable Music Player App Recommends Tracks by Pulse
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36
Sport Idol Campaigns
Sport Idol Campaigns
The Nike Golf Commercial Captures a Young Rory McIlroy's Inspiration
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35
Relatable Fitness Ads
Relatable Fitness Ads
Nike's Better For It Campaign Amusingly Addresses Negative Inner Thoughts
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34
Swimming Sport Watches
Swimming Sport Watches
This Sleek Performance Watch is Designed for Swimmers
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33
Inflatable Paddleboards
Inflatable Paddleboards
The SipaBoard is an Inflatable, Motor-Driven Paddleboard
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32
Clay-Court Tennis Apparel
Clay-Court Tennis Apparel
The Adidas Roland Garros Collection Ensures Stylish Performance
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31
Gradient Golf Shoes
Gradient Golf Shoes
This Limited Edition Nike Lunar Control 3 Features a Stylish Gradient
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30
Advanced Football Uniforms
Advanced Football Uniforms
The Texas Christian University Football Uniform Was Designed By Nike
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29
3D-Printable Beer Tools
3D-Printable Beer Tools
Heineken's #ChampionTheMatch Campaign Shares 3D Printable Designs
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28
Shoppable Athletic Videos
Shoppable Athletic Videos
In Partnership with Smartzer, Puma Makes It Possible to Shop a Video
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27
Subway Fitness Stations
Subway Fitness Stations
Reebok Challenges Korean Commuters to Keep Fit While Waiting for a Train
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26
Charitable Fitness Bands
Charitable Fitness Bands
UNICEF's Kid Power Bands Empower Kids to Do Good for Others
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25
Blacked Out Soccer Shoes
Blacked Out Soccer Shoes
The Nike Academy Black Pack Pays Tribute to Academy Players
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24
Wireless Recharging Electric Bikes
Wireless Recharging Electric Bikes
These E-Bikes Can Power Up at Unmanned Docking Stations
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23
Affordable Custom Bikes
Affordable Custom Bikes
Kp Cykler Wants to Incorporate Style and Vintage Aesthetics for Less
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22
Luxe Circular Cycles
Luxe Circular Cycles
The Tonino Lamborghini Ciclotte Transforms Exercise Cycling with Style
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21
Branded Workout Challenges
Branded Workout Challenges
Nike's Better For It Challenge Gets People Fit in 90 Days
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20
99 Gram Soccer Shoes
99 Gram Soccer Shoes
The adizero 99g is the Lightest Soccer Boot Ever Created
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19
Sports Supplement Packaging
Sports Supplement Packaging
The Nativetech by Siemalab Line Boasts Vibrant Typographic Branding
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18
Futuristic Basketball Shoes
Futuristic Basketball Shoes
The NikeLab Kobe X Elite Brings Shoe Technology Forward
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17
Convertible Roller Skates
Convertible Roller Skates
These Adaptable Roller Blades Transform Wheel Alignment with a Pinch
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16
Stylish E-Bikes
Stylish E-Bikes
The Faraday Porteur Provides 32 Kilometers of Pedal Assist
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15
Smart Weightlifting Mirrors
Smart Weightlifting Mirrors
The SmartSpot Device Tracks and Recognizes Different Exercises
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14
Minimalist Workout GIFs
Minimalist Workout GIFs
Nike Training Animation Series by Misha Petrick is Informatively Simple
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13
Rebellious Running Apparel
Rebellious Running Apparel
The Latest Nike Track & Field Collection is Full of Color and Attitude
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12
Wristworn Water Bottles
Wristworn Water Bottles
The Wrist Drink Band Offers Hands-Free Hydration
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11
Indy Welcomes All to March Madness
Indy Welcomes All to March Madness
#ExperienceBuick in Indianapolis
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10
City Tour Sportswear
City Tour Sportswear
The Nike Tights of the Moment is Inspired by Los Angeles' Vibrant Urban Life
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9
Collapsible Bike Helmets
Collapsible Bike Helmets
The Closca Fuga Collapses Down Like a Camping Cup
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8
70s-Inspired Sportswear
70s-Inspired Sportswear
The Nike Liberty Collection Uses the Rarely Seen Merlin Scarf Print
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7
Bike Factory Cafes
Bike Factory Cafes
Heritage Bicycles in Chicago is Part Bike Shop and Part Coffeeshop
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6
Scholarly Boutique Gyms
Scholarly Boutique Gyms
The Library Gym is Transforming Training into an Upscale Activity
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5
Futuristic Circular Skates
Futuristic Circular Skates
The Unattached Orbitwheel Platforms Let You Skateboard in a New Way
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4
Split-Toe Running Shoes
Split-Toe Running Shoes
The Nike Air Rift is Inspired By Kenyan Runners' Barefoot Style
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3
Modular Designer Sportswear
Modular Designer Sportswear
The JFS x NikeLab Summer Line is Meant to be Layered for Versatility
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2
Simple Velcro Sneakers
Simple Velcro Sneakers
The Nike Free Socfly is Stylishly Easy to Slip On
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Contemporary Boutique Gyms
Contemporary Boutique Gyms
1Rebel in London is a Former Office Turned Theatrical Luxury Gym
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