The athletic footwear market size was valued at USD 138.72 billion in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 210.94 billion by 2032, recording a CAGR of 5.38% during the forecast period.

Athletic footwear refers to shoes that are specially made for use during sporting events. These shoes offer a wide range of features that play a key role in enhancing an athlete’s performance during an event. This industry deals with products, such as running shoes, lifestyle shoes, and training shoes. The growing participation in sports activities due to rising health consciousness among people is one of the key factors driving the product’s demand.

However, the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative influence on the market’s growth as travel restrictions and lockdowns led to the cancellation of several sporting events. This factor caused a major slump in the demand for athletic footwear.

Fortune Business Insights™ displays this information in a report titled, "Athletic Footwear Market, 2025-2032."

Top Company in the Athletic Footwear Market:

• Nike, Inc. (U.S.)
• Adidas AG (Germany)
• Mizuno Corporation (Japan)
• PUMA SE (Germany)
• Under Armour, Inc. (U.S.)
• Deckers Outdoor Corporation (U.S.)
• FILA Holdings Corporation (South Korea)
• On Holding AG (Switzerland)
• New Balance Athletics, Inc. (U.S.)
• Lululemon Athletica Inc. (Canada)

Tariff Impact Analysis for Athletic Footwear Market

https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/athletic-footwear-market-104126

Segmentation:

Running Shoes Gained Significant Popularity With Rising Number of Marathons

Based on product type, the market is divided into training shoes [crossfit/ cross training], running shoes [performance], lifestyle shoes [skateboarding], outdoor shoes [trail], and others. The running shoes segment held the biggest market share in 2023 as increased participation in marathons has boosted the number of marathons, which has fueled the demand for running shoes.