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Promotional Products for Sporting Events

When hosting a sporting event, wellness activity, or fitness challenge, the items that brands choose to build engagement make all the difference. Not only do fitness themed promotional products create memorable experiences, but these items also help align events with health and wellness themes.  

Gyms, sports clubs, recreation centers, non-profit organizations, and local governments that incorporate high-quality, eco-friendly products into their event planning often find these options have more benefits compared to traditional promotional items.  

Here’s how using sustainable promotional products can help organizations hosting sporting events promote wellness and green living. 

 

Swag That’s Eco-friendly and Fitness Approved


Eco Promotional Products (EPP) offers branded merchandise designed to inspire healthier lifestyles while considering environmental impacts. EPP’s eco-friendly and fitness themed products encourage event organizers to: 

  1. Promote health and wellness.
  2. Appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
  3. Differentiate themselves from competitors.
  4. Experience long-term savings. 

 

As sustainability becomes increasingly important, organizations can stand out by providing green products as welcome gifts, swag bag additions, and giveaway prizes. Offering reusable, durable, and sustainable branding tools shows a commitment to the planet and a better future. EPP specializes in promotional products that not only reduce waste but also encourage reuse, ensuring these branded giveaways are used long after the event ends. 

 

Promotional Product Suggestions for Your Next Sporting Event


To elevate any sporting event, here are a few great eco-friendly product ideas that align with fitness and sustainability goals: 

 

Reusable Drinkware 

Hydration is key to any fitness event. With sustainable drinkware, guests can stay hydrated while reducing waste. Our eco-friendly drinkware collection includes customizable tumblers, water bottles, and cups with environmental and social advantages, such as being FDA approved, BPA-free, and having a giveback component for each purchase.  

 

Our top picks:

Recycled 24 oz Tumbler With Mixer Ball in 5 colors

Recycled Tumbler With Mixer Ball | USA Made | 24 oz

recycled water bottles in various colors

Liberty Water Bottles | Recycled | Recyclable | USA Made

Silicone shot glass with logo in various colors

Silipint Silicone Shot Glass | Reusable | 1.5 oz

Color changing stadium cups in various color options

Stadium Cups | Color Changing | 22 oz | USA Made

 

Find fitness approved tumblers and water bottles that are made in the USA and crafted from recycled materials, offering lasting value to attendees. Give away eco-friendly tumblers and water bottles as welcome gifts so attendees and volunteers can stay refreshed and reduce their plastic consumption in the future. 

Color-changing stadium cups and silicone cups offer a fun and interactive twist for guests to enjoy a post-event toast. These branded cups serve as reminders of the event after it is over and can be reused for other outdoor activities. 

 

 

Fitness Towels 

Fitness towels are essential for physical activities that promote clean environments. Quick-dry, recycled fitness towels help attendees cool down and stay dry, making them a long-lasting giveaway. 

 

Our recommendations: 

Slowtide® Recycled Quick-Dry Fitness Towel in 5 patterns

Slowtide® Recycled Quick-Dry Fitness Towel | 13x31

 

recycled cooling towel in various colors

Eco RPET Cooling Towel | 32x12 | Reusable

 

These towels are functional giveaways that are perfect on their own or as additions to swag bags. Both of these branded fitness towels are made from recycled content, inspiring more conscious business and marketing practices.  

 

Rechargeable Hand Fans 

Rechargeable hand fans are another branding tool to keep attendees cool and comfortable during outdoor fitness events. These portable fans are powered by rechargeable batteries and offer an eco-friendly way to beat the heat. 

Our top picks: 

Rechargeable Hand Fan with Carabiner

Rechargeable Hand Fan with Carabiner

 

Rechargeable and Portable Personal Cooling Fan

Rechargeable and Portable Personal Cooling Fan

 

 

These are purposeful giveaways attendees will keep forever. Who wouldn’t love a compact fan so they cool down at the click of a button? These high-quality promotional products will make a lasting impression at any fitness challenge. 

 

Insulated Coolers  

Keep the refreshments going with insulated branded coolers that will keep beverages chilled throughout the day. These USA-made coolers feature eco-friendly and durable designs so event planners can have zero waste hydration stations. 

Our recommendations: 

 

5 gallon Igloo® Insulated Cooler with Dispenser

Igloo® Insulated Cooler with Dispenser | USA Made | 5 Gallons 

 

10 gallon Igloo® Insulated Cooler with Dispenser

Igloo® Insulated Cooler with Dispenser | USA Made | 10 Gallons

 

Orca® Custom Insulated Cooler | USA Made | 26 QT

Orca® Custom Insulated Cooler | USA Made | 26 QT

 

10 gallon Igloo® Insulated Cooler with Dispenser

USA Made Orca® Insulated Cooler | 20 QT

 

Available in various sizes, USA-made insulated coolers are practical, long-lasting, and perfect for any sporting event. 

 

Recycled Headwear 

EPP has a wide selection of sustainable apparel and accessories. Hats are a must-have accessory for outdoor events that protect guests from the sun. 

 

Our top picks: 

 

Nike Mesh Trucker Hat | Recycled

Nike Mesh Trucker Hat | Recycled

Nike Cotton Bucket Hat

Nike Cotton Bucket Hat

adidas® Sustainable Visor | Recycled

adidas® Sustainable Visor | Recycled

Nike Terra Beanie Hat | Recycled

Nike Terra Beanie Hat | Recycled

 

 

Hats from trusted brands, like Nike and Adidas, will stick out from the crowd during fitness events. From sporty bucket hats to beanies, eco-friendly Nike and Adidas headwear offer stylish and sustainable solutions for athletes. Consider choosing sustainable headwear pieces as appreciation gifts or giveaway prizes. 

 

Fitness Approved Bags 

Eco-friendly bags, like drawstring backpacks and cross body fanny packs, are perfect for guests to carry their essentials before and after the event. Reusable bags support sustainability by helping guests choose durable ones over single-use or disposable options. 

Our top picks: 

 

LED Light Drawstring Backpack | 14x17

LED Light Drawstring Backpack | 14x17

Recycled Sport Crossbody Fanny Pack | 7x5

Recycled Sport Crossbody Fanny Pack | 7x5 

 

These bags are designed to meet the needs of active attendees while promoting a greener future.  

 

Personalized Activity Kits 

Personalized activity kits offer all-in-one fun, keeping participants engaged while promoting a brand. These kits are perfect for corporate sporting events, team-building activities, and giveaway prizes. 

Our recommendations: 

 

Drawstring Backpack Sport Kit | USA Made Frisbee & Water Bottle | Unassembled

Drawstring Backpack Sport Kit | USA Made Frisbee & Water Bottle | Unassembled

Mix & Match Summer Fun Kit | Assembled

Mix & Match Summer Fun Kit | Assembled

 

Customizable activity kits include fun and practical tools for users to stay active, hydrated, and entertained. These branded kits serve as a great way for brands to build visibility and engage in physical activity. 

 

 

Performance T-shirts 

When it comes to sporting events, performance T-shirts are a must-have promotional product. Designed with comfort and sustainability in mind, eco-friendly performance T-shirts are ideal for participants and spectators. EPP has a diverse collection of sustainable apparel items with inclusive sizes and environmental advantages. 

Our top picks: 

woman wearing Nike Recycled Women's Swoosh Sleeve Performance T-Shirt in green with various other t-shirt colors

Nike Women's Swoosh Sleeve Performance T-Shirt | Recycled

 

Nike Men's Swoosh Sleeve Performance T-Shirt | Recycled

Nike Men's Swoosh Sleeve Performance T-Shirt | Recycled

 

Unisex Recycled Carbon Free Performance T-Shirt | 3.8 oz

Unisex Recycled Carbon Free Performance T-Shirt | 3.8 oz

 

adidas® Sport T-Shirt | UV Protection | Recycled

adidas® Sport T-Shirt | UV Protection | Recycled

 

From lightweight, carbon-free options to items made from recycled content featuring UV protection, EPP’s eco-friendly apparel ensures attendees are dressed in sustainable style. Branded shirts from trusted performance brands, like Nike and Adidas, are perfect for participants, outdoors sports teams, and volunteers. 

 

When to Use Sustainable Fitness Products


There are plenty of opportunities to add sustainable swag to fitness inspired events: 

  • 5K, 10K, Marathons: Reusable drinkware, hydration stations, fitness towels, and insulated coolers can help runners stay cool and hydrated while reducing the waste generated by single-use plastics.
  • Charity Walks: Offering participants reusable water bottles or wristbands made from recycled materials can leave a lasting impression and promote the event's cause.
  • Health Observance Days: Promoting wellness on special days like World Health Day or National Physical Fitness and Sports Month can be enhanced with eco-friendly, fitness-approved gear.
  • Move Your Way Week: Organizations can take part in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services initiative by providing products that motivate physical activity while supporting a sustainable future. 

 

Place an Order Today


Incorporating eco-friendly, fitness-oriented products into events isn’t just a trend; it’s a smart and sustainable way to promote wellness while standing out from competitors. 

From hydration and cooling solutions to personalized activity kits, the options are endless. By choosing EPP’s durable and reusable products, organizations are not only investing in their brand's future, but also in the future of the planet. 

Partner with Eco Promotional Products today to create lasting impressions and boost sustainability in communities. Call 877-ECO-WINS (877-326-9467) to place an order today.