Sustainable sports equipment: when performance rhymes with eco-responsibility

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Today, sport occupies an increasing place in our society . And this goes hand in hand with a growing environmental awareness .

Many sports, such as jogging, hiking, and cycling, are practiced outdoors and naturally connect us with nature. However, the environmental impact of the equipment and products used in sports is often overlooked. Treadmills, preparation or recovery accessories, sportswear... Many of these products are designed without any real thought about their environmental footprint . Worse still, some are used only a few times before being thrown away, even though they are still functional. This rapid consumption pattern contributes to the overproduction of waste.

Fortunately, a new generation of eco-responsible sports products is emerging.

Their goal: to combine performance and sustainability . This is achieved, in particular, through the choice of materials used. More and more equipment is designed with reusable or recyclable packaging, sustainable textiles like organic cotton or linen, or recycled materials, such as plastic transformed into shoes or technical accessories. There are even bicycles and snowshoes made from sustainable materials.

And of course, second-hand is becoming an increasingly popular option. Today, there are platforms like EVE RIDE , which facilitate the purchase and resale of used sports equipment between individuals. Thanks to this simple and intuitive app, you can find equipment at low prices, give a second life to your unused equipment and discover articles for all sports (running, climbing, cycling, etc.). All this in an economical and eco-responsible approach.

At the house of IZOM Athletics , we share this vision of a more responsible sport. This is why we have designed a Natural, artisanal and vegan heating balm , designed to support athletes while limiting their environmental impact. Its refillable format significantly reduces waste, and its packaging is recyclable.

IZOM Athletics is committed to designing this product with rigor and consistency: in a world where too many sports solutions are still packaged in disposable packaging: a sustainable alternative, without compromising on effectiveness.

Because a body in motion deserves the best for itself, and for the planet.