Athletic Footwear Market Size and Share Outlook - Forecast Trends and Growth Analysis Report (2025-2034)

The global athletic footwear market attained a value of about USD 83.82 Billion in 2024. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.20% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach USD 139.16 Billion by 2034.

Rising Awareness Regarding Physical Fitness to Bolster the Market Growth of Athletic Footwear

The rising participation in sports activities by the younger consumers is expected to boost the market growth in the forecast period. With major sports events like the Olympics, FIFA, and Cricket World Cup being postponed during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the market growth was hampered. However, as restrictions were lifted, the demand for athletic shoes for such sporting events is expected to continue augmenting the growth of the market. Furthermore, the rise in awareness regarding health and physical fitness during the pandemic, with people across all age groups taking up sporting activities like cycling, trekking, and running, among others, is projected to further drive the market growth.

The growing awareness of the importance of physical activities on emotional and psychological health is further projected to bolster the market growth, especially after long periods of lockdowns in 2020. In addition, the increasing awareness about the importance of using the right type of shoes to prevent leg injuries are leading to technological and innovative advancements in manufacturing practices and, hence, are anticipated to accelerate the market growth over the forecast period.

Athletic Footwear: Market Segmentation

Athletic footwear are shoes that are designed to provide maximum comfort in physical activities like hiking, running, and other sports activities. These shoes exhibit specific features like flexibility, durability, and stability. Unlike sneakers or other types of footwear, athletic footwears are comfort and function-centric.

On the basis of category, the market is segmented into:

• Aerobic Shoes
• Running Shoes
• Walking Shoes
• Trekking and Hiking Shoes
• Sports Shoes

Based on demographic, the market is categorised into:

• Men
• Women
• Kids

On the basis of distribution channel, the market is divided into:

• Retail Stores
• Online

The report looks into the regional markets of athletic footwear like:

• North America
• Europe
• Latin America
• Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Increasing Purchasing Power of Consumers is Contributing to the Market Growth of Athletic Footwear

The rising market growth of athletic footwear can be attributed to the increasing purchasing power of consumers as a result of their rising disposable incomes. With innovations in the manufacturing process, people are willing to spend more on several performance characteristics like comfortable cushioning, waterproof quality, unique designs, and friction regulation, among others, which is also catalysing the market growth. Moreover, with the rise of distribution channels like e-commerce websites and the widespread network of retail channels, the market for athletic footwear is being augmented further. Furthermore, the industry is witnessing a healthy growth with the growing influence of social media as athletic shoes are gaining popularity among the younger consumers via such mediums, thereby boosting the market growth.

Key Industry Players in the Global Athletic Footwear Market

The report presents a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global athletic footwear market, looking into their capacity, market share, and latest developments like capacity expansions, plant turnabouts and mergers and acquisitions.

• Adidas AG
• ASICS Corporation
• Fila Inc.
• Nike, Inc
• Reebok International Ltd.
• Puma SE
• Others

The comprehensive report looks at the micro and macro aspects of the industry. The report gives an in-depth insight into the market by providing a SWOT analysis as well as an analysis of the Porter’s Five Forces Model.