# High-Intensity Training Shoes The Nike Metcon DSX Flyknit Athletic Sport Shoes are Supportive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletic-sport-shoes References: [werd](http://www.werd.com/37269/nike-metcon-dsx-flyknit/) & [news.nike](http://news.nike.com/news/metcon-dsx-flynit-metcon-3) The [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-winflo-10) Metcon DSX Flyknit are a new athletic sport shoes offering from the brand that aim to provide wearers with unparalleled levels of comfort, support and control. Sneakers have become very slim and compact in recent years which has been great for improving agility, but has effectively decreased the level of support for the wearer. The Nike Metcon DSX Flyknit aims to combat against this notion with a design that locks the foot to help enable better performance when it comes to cutting, running, lifting and jumping. The Nike Metcon DSX Flyknit athletic sport shoes incorporate both the Flyknit and the [Flywire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-cut-3) capabilities that are ideal for high-intensity training efforts. This makes the shoes ideal for cardio and strength training to ensure optimal support is achieved. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Improved Athletic Sport Shoes:** There is an opportunity for shoe companies to create shoes that provide unparalleled levels of comfort, support and control for athletes. - **Incorporation of Flyknit and Flywire in Shoes:** Companies can explore the possibility of incorporating both Flyknit and Flywire capabilities in their athletic sport shoes to make them ideal for high-intensity training. - **Revival of Supportive Sneakers:** There is a demand for supportive sneakers in the market that can provide better performance when it comes to cutting, running, lifting and jumping. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Companies operating in the athletic footwear industry can leverage the opportunity to revolutionize the market by creating more supportive, high-intensity training shoes. - **Sporting Goods:** Sporting goods companies can explore the possibility of partnering with shoe companies to create footwear that meets the demands of athletes. - **Fitness Equipment:** Companies that manufacture fitness equipment can explore the possibility of including supportive shoes as part of their fitness packages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Focused Training Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-nano-x5.md) - [Neutral Support Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-winflo-10.md) - [Intense Gym Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudpulse-pro.md) - [Performance-Focused Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudpulse.md) - [High-Tech Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn8.md) - [Responsive Dual-Chamber Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-dn.md) - [Durable Training Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-x5-edge.md) - [Sensory Performance Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-001-1.md) - [Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture.md)