# Hanging Hero Memes The Batmanning Meme Takes Planking to New Heights By Olivia123 | Published 2011-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batmanning-meme References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/donnad/batmanning-takes-on-planking) Daredevils and comic connoisseurs alike will appreciate the new and very extreme Batmanning meme which is taking the Internet by storm. This collection of crazy clips filmed by the [Batman Boilers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-small-kitchen-appliance-design) will leave you in awe. The group of determined men wasn’t impressed with the popular planking phenomenon, and craved something more daring. They developed their own meme in honor of their [favorite superhero](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solander-batman) and are encouraging people to take part. The Batmanning meme encourages participants to hang upside down on ledges of all sorts, resembling bats. The Batman boilers have taken this meme to parking garages, trees and even swinging gates. This superhero sport definitely isn’t for the lighthearted; some of these hanging houdinis dangle dangerously from great heights. You’ve got to be a little batty to take part in this extreme Batmanning meme. **Implications** - Internet games or memes captivate consumers because of their interactivity and social benefits. Companies which develop Internet activities are respected by these consumers since they encourage creativity and are very inclusive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extreme Memes:** Opportunity for creating and promoting extreme memes that push the boundaries of popular trends. - **Interactive Internet Games:** Opportunity to develop interactive internet games that engage users and encourage creativity. - **Social-media-based Challenges:** Opportunity to create social media challenges that encourage user participation and create a sense of community. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the entertainment industry by leveraging extreme meme culture and creating engaging experiences. - **Digital Marketing:** Opportunity for digital marketing agencies to leverage interactive internet games as a tool for brand promotion and customer engagement. - **Social Media Platforms:** Opportunity for social media platforms to create and host social media challenges that drive user engagement and increase platform usage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Superhero Snack Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-ghost-chilli-chicken-wings.md) - [Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-small-kitchen-appliance-design.md) - [Dark Superhero Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-air-up.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Superhero Home-Inspired Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batcave-set.md) - [Cinema-Themed Bat Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bat-boxes.md)