Sports Nutritionals Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

Sports nutrition products can be loosely grouped into six functional categories. Strength and body-building supplements are primarily muscle/mass-building substances such as amino acids and protein mixes, used mostly by bodybuilders and participants in other sports focused on strength and weight gain, such as football. These are usually supplements or protein bars.

Fat burners/lean mass products are mostly muscle and central nervous system stimulants like caffeine or supplements that help to convert dietary fat into energy instead of fat tissue, such as l-carnitine and chromium. These products overlap somewhat with general weight-loss products, but are marketed directly to bodybuilders and athletes or contain additional ingredients meant to enhance sports performance and build lean muscle mass without adding fat.

Short-term energy products often contain caffeine, or other natural substances like Siberian ginseng and simple sugars such as glucose and fructose. They are often combined with a variety of other substances, including creatine monohydrate, phosphate, and vitamin B2.

Long-term endurance products are designed to increase endurance for events such as distance runs, long cycling events, and triathlons. Substances used in these products include complex sugars such as branching glucose polymers, medium chain triglycerides, and various complex carbohydrates. These substances are often combined with several minerals and vitamins such as vitamin E, an antioxidant, and phosphate, a lactic acid modulator.

Recovery and treatment products are targeted to the various side effects that often result from exercise, and include anti-inflammatories, electrolyte replacements, homeopathic and natural pain relievers, and antioxidants.

General wellness or energy sports nutritionals offer many of the benefits above, but are designed for use by casual athletes or even ordinary consumers. These products generally have lower concentrations of active ingredients, and are thus intended to provide much milder effects—usually a slight energy boost and low doses of essential vitamins and minerals, perhaps with additional herbs and natural additives.

Sports nutrition products are typically divided into three product categories: beverages, bars & gels, and supplements. Each category offers a unique delivery system, and is distinctive in marketing methods and distribution channels.

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Sports Nutritionals Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Sports Drinks in Slovenia

    ... more educated on the benefits that sports drinks offer. Consumers look for sports drinks that provide a boost to energy levels during and after exercise. In addition, some consumers reach for sports drinks as a ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Austria

    ... enhanced exercise routines outdoors and went to the gyms more frequently. This drove demand for products that supported their health and fitness goals, such as sports drinks. In response to rising health interest, manufacturers focused ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Serbia

    ... Serbians, not just athletes, becoming more informed about the health benefits of these beverages. The burgeoning health consciousness among consumers is a significant factor driving the increased demand for sports drinks in Serbia. Euromonitor International's ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Thailand

    ... as farmers, drivers and labourers, who were particularly vulnerable to the economic fallout of the pandemic. Despite the return of Thais to their normal routines in in 2023, including the revival of sport and fitness ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Australia

    ... drinks categories has been impacting budget-conscious consumers in particular, driving them to seek savings on non-essential purchases. This shift is prompting some consumers to switch to more economical brands or explore alternative channels for their ... Read More

  • U.S. Protein Bar Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Source (Plant-Based, Animal-Based), By Type (Sports Nutrition Bars, Meal Replacement Bars, Others), And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2032

    ... is expected to reach USD 3105.05 million by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “U.S. Protein Bar Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Source (Plant-Based, Animal-Based), By ... Read More

  • Denmark: Energy and Sports Drinks Market - Analysis, Size, Trends, Consumption, and Forecast

    ... market, the impact of COVID-19 on it, and a forecast for the market development in the medium term. The report provides a strategic analysis of the energy and sports drinks market in Denmark and describes ... Read More

  • Consumer Genomics Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Application (Genetic Relatedness, Ancestry, Diagnostics, Sports Nutrition & Health), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2032

    ... to reach USD 11.37 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Consumer Genomics Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Application (Genetic Relatedness, Ancestry, Diagnostics, Sports Nutrition ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Singapore

    ... running clubs across the island. Leading sports drinks brand 100 Plus collaborated with the renowned Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) in December 2023, which attracts participants from over 70 countries worldwide. While the turnout for ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Ukraine

    ... response to the invasion and as such were forced to give up their usual sports activities. Furthermore, sports drinks are seen as a non-essential luxury and therefore as consumer incomes became restricted demand fell, with ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Taiwan

    ... towards the end of the review period, which have helped to give the entire category a healthier image. Buoyant demand also reflected the fact that concerns surrounding COVID-19 have recently made many more people in ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Sweden

    ... available widely, which also limited purchases of such products. All sports drinks available in the market were also quite high in sugar, which put off many Swedish consumers, who were more likely to buy other ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Croatia

    ... growth of sports drinks. There is also a cohort of consumers that also buy sports drinks as a nutritious drink, even though they are not participating in sports. This is in spite of sports drinks ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Slovakia

    ... of the overlapping of the potential positive benefits to the human body amid stronger marketing employed by bottled water manufacturers. Furthermore, Mattoni 1873’s successful innovation in functional bottled water via the launches of Magnesia Plus’s ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Turkey

    ... have re-engaged in sports activities and are back to using sports centres to keep fit and stay healthy. Turks have returned to drinking sports drinks to support these activities. Whilst sports drinks is enjoying positive ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Romania

    ... in place, Romanians have become more willing to engage in sports activities and consume related products. In addition, due to the outbreak of COVID-19, consumers have become more interested in health and wellness and are ... Read More

  • Sports Supplements Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

    ... global sports supplements market is poised for significant growth, with estimated revenues of US$ 12.55 billion in 2024, and a robust projection to reach US$ 24.21 billion by the end of 2031. Emerging Trends Shaping ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Nigeria

    ... consumers. Manufacturers intensified awareness campaigns and expanded visibility through modern retail channels, notably supermarkets near sports complexes. Notably, the brand owner engaged various social media platforms with compelling slogans such as ‘Unstoppable Energy’ an... Euromonitor ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Guatemala

    ... return of sports activities and socialising. As a result, retail volume sales of sports drinks recorded significant growth. Sports drinks have also been gaining interest among Guatemalans, with consumers not only associating it as a ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Chile

    ... declined, overall demand remains significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels. Multiple factors contribute to the resounding success of sports drinks in Chile. The demand for these beverages is driven by hotter summers, as consumers seek refreshing ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in South Korea

    ... to sales during the pandemic, and sales are set to remain higher than the pre-pandemic level. The retro trend continues in the country, and traditional Korean foods such as sikhye (sweet rice punch), sujeonggwa (persimmon ... Read More

  • Sports Nutrition in Germany

    ... performance, with double-digit current value growth being seen in 2023. This was bolstered by the increased focus on health, fitness and active lifestyles among a wider group of consumers in Germany, as well as new ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Canada

    ... from increased outdoor activities and gym training sessions, as well as more single-serve consumption. This is despite the inflationary pressure resulting in higher prices during the year. Reduced sugar sports drinks fared well, thanks to ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Ecuador

    ... active lifestyle. This multi-dimensional transformation in consumer attitudes and behaviours is indicative of a wide-scale societal awakening to the holistic approach to health and wellbeing and the recognition of proper hydration as an integral component ... Read More

  • Sports Drinks in Peru

    ... latter half of the year. These weather patterns intensified the sensation of heat, prompting consumers to prioritise their hydration requirements. Consequently, sports drinks emerged as an effective solution not only to quench thirst but also ... Read More

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