Running Gear Market Set to Accelerate with Health and Innovation Trends

Published: Jun 2025

Running gear market was valued at $45.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to $84.0 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035. The major factor contributing to the growth of the global running gear market includes the rising inclination of people toward sports activities. Additionally, running gear encloses essential equipment and apparel designed to enhance the running experience, including well-cushioned running shoes, moisture-wicking clothing, supportive accessories, and technological devices that track performance metrics, further supporting the running gear market.

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Running Footwear and Smart Tech Lead Industry Evolution

  • Running Footwear is helpful in cushioning and stability of running gear products; brands such as Nike and Adidas are revolutionizing cushioning and stability technologies. For instance, Nike’s Vaporfly, backed by carbon-fiber plates, enhances athlete performance.
  • Fitness Trackers ensure that individuals count steps, including additional sensors such as accelerometers and altimeters, including the speed and distance traveled, heart rate, calorie expenditure, or the duration and quality of sleep. For instance, Garmin’s Forerunner 955 Solar incorporates solar charging and advanced GPS tracking, catering to endurance athletes.
  • The growth of online shopping and omnichannel distribution is broadening market reach and enabling personalized product offerings, backed by data from platforms such as the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Key Players and Innovations

Several major players lead the running gear industry, including Adidas AG, ASICS America Corporation, Nike, Inc., Puma SE, and New Balance. These companies are at the forefront of innovation, continually developing new technologies to meet the industry's evolving needs. For instance, Nike offers the next generation of running gear, Nike Swift for women and Nike Stride for men. The collections feature stylish, high-performance running essentials with an improved fit and feel that helps runners reach their next training milestone.

Also in January 2025, UTMB announced an exclusive three-year partnership with Aonijie, and Aonijie will become the official hydration pack supplier for all UTMB World Series events, enhancing the experience for runners everywhere by offering high-quality gear in UTMB.

Market Coverage

The market numbers available for – 2024-2035

Base year- 2024

Forecast period- 2025-2035

Segment Covered- 

o By Product Type 

o By End-User

o By Distribution Channel

Regions Covered-

o North America

o Europe

o Asia-Pacific

o Rest of the World

Competitive Landscape - Adidas AG, ASICS America Corporation, Nike, Inc., Puma SE, New Balance, and others.

Key questions addressed by the report.

  • What is the market growth rate?
  • Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
  • Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
  • Who is the leader in the market?
  • How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth?
  • Where is the investment opportunity?

Global Running Gears Market Report Segment

By Product Type

  • Running Footwear
  • Running Apparel
  • Running Accessories
  • Fitness Trackers
  • Others

By End-user

  • Men
  • Women
  • Unisex

By Distribution Channel 

  • Sports Specialty Stores
  • Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  • Online Stores
  • Others

Global Running Gears Market Report Segment by Region

North America

United States

Canada 

Europe

UK

Germany

Italy

Spain

France

Russia

Rest of Europe 

Asia-Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Australia and New Zealand

ASEAN Economies

Rest of Asia-Pacific 

Rest of the World

Latin America 

Middle East & Africa


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