Adidas is one of the world’s largest sportswear manufacturers, and its production network spreads across multiple countries.
As someone who works closely with OEM and performance apparel factories, I often see how Adidas operates differently from smaller brands — especially in sourcing, quality control, and regional specialization.
This article explains where Adidas produces its training and gym apparel, why those regions matter, and what new brands can learn from its global manufacturing model.
✅ Adidas produces its training and gym apparel mainly in Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Turkey — each chosen for specific strengths like technical sewing, material availability, or cost efficiency.
💬 From my OEM experience, Adidas succeeds because it spreads production across regions instead of relying on a single country.
Adidas uses a multi-country manufacturing model to produce its gym and training apparel.
| Country / Region | What Adidas Makes | Why This Region? |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | Gym wear, running apparel, seamless | Skilled workforce + stable production |
| China | Technical fabrics, engineered knits | Advanced machinery |
| Indonesia | Training tops, shorts, basics | Strong cut-and-sew capacity |
| Cambodia | High-volume apparel | Cost-effective labor |
| Turkey | Lifestyle + fast-turn products | Nearshoring to Europe |
| Sri Lanka | Sports bras, compression | Precision sewing expertise |
💬 Adidas chooses each region based on specialization, not just cost.
Adidas diversifies its production for three main reasons:
Different countries excel in different stages of activewear making — fabric knitting, lamination, seamless, compression, etc.
Political or logistic interruptions in one region don’t stop global supply.
Nearshoring (like Turkey) helps Adidas restock Europe quickly.
💬 In manufacturing, this is called a distributed sourcing strategy — something new brands should copy.
Here’s how each country contributes to Adidas’ training and gym apparel:
| Region | Special Strength | Ideal Categories |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | High consistency & worker skill | Premium training wear |
| China | Tech fabrics, seamless, innovation hubs | High-performance apparel |
| Indonesia | Cost + volume | Teamwear, gym basics |
| Turkey | Fast response & quality | Lifestyle + European athleisure |
| Sri Lanka | Precision, lingerie expertise | Sports bras, compression |
💬 Adidas uses a “best-country-for-each-category” model — far more strategic than one-location brands.
If you’re building a fitness brand, here are key lessons:
💬 Adidas scales globally because its supply chain is both flexible and specialized.
Q1: Where does Adidas produce most of its gym apparel?
Mainly Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Turkey.
Q2: Why doesn’t Adidas manufacture everything in one country?
To reduce risk, optimize cost, and use regional strengths.
Q3: Is Adidas production sustainable?
Yes — many factories now use recycled polyester and low-impact dyeing.
Q4: Are Adidas factories different from normal OEMs?
Yes — they follow strict compliance, QC, and audit systems.
If Adidas’ global sourcing strategy inspires your approach,
👉 FuKi Gymwear can support your brand with:
💬 A strong supply chain creates strong results — and we help brands build both.