# Gratitude-Encouraging Fitness Ads Reebok's #TrainerTribute Campaign Thanks Dedicated Trainers By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-06-16 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trainertribute References: [businesswire](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20160608005981/en/Reebok-Fitness-Trainers-World-Touching-Tribute) & [reebok](http://reebok.com) Sticking to [fitness goals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collective-movement-series) can be a difficult feat for many who lack the support of friends, family members and a dedicated trainer -- something [Reebok](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-fitness) addresses with its [inspiring #TrainerTribute campaign](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-you-got-this). The athletic brand invites health-conscious consumers to give thanks to dedicated trainers whose optimism and support have encouraged many to achieve their goals and make lasting lifestyle changes. While many may associate fitness with weight loss and aesthetic goals, Reebok's #TrainerTribute campaign goes one step further to equate physical activity with health and longevity, comparing trainers in a gym to doctors who are helping their patients live longer. Featuring candid images of fitness professionals, each of this campaign's print ads is matched with an inspiring quote, suggesting that trainers see past our limits, even if we ourselves don't. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gratitude-focused Advertising:** Opportunity for brands to create campaigns that encourage gratitude and highlight the positive impact of others on our lives. - **Fitness-focused Marketing:** Brands can create campaigns that show the importance of fitness beyond aesthetic goals and inspire a healthier lifestyle. - **Professional Acknowledgement Campaigns:** There is opportunity for brands to create campaigns that acknowledge and appreciate the work of professionals who make a difference in people's lives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fitness Industry:** Fitness brands can use gratitude-driven advertising to differentiate themselves and inspire people to make healthier lifestyle choices. - **Marketing Industry:** Marketing agencies can create unique campaigns that focus more on the positive impact of others rather than product features. - **Healthcare Industry:** Healthcare organizations can create appreciation campaigns that focus on the important work of healthcare professionals and their impact on patient outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-little-reminders.md) - [Empowering Fitness Journey Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reform-the-rules.md) - [Hyper-Local Gym Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-for-london-life.md) - [Regular Exercise-Encouraging Brand Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-missed-workouts.md) - [Motivational Footwear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-desk-break.md) - [Joyful Workout Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-campaign.md) - [Fitness Support Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-fitness.md) - [Redirected Movement Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/15minuteweightloss.md) - [Coach-Supporting Wellness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tz-storefront.md)