Connacht Rugby are delighted to announce that INTERSPORT Elverys is to continue as official retail partner of Connacht Rugby for the next 2 years.

INTERSPORT Elverys is a recognised market leader and innovator in sports retail and our retail network in the Irish market now stands at 51 stores, with a fully integrated omnichannel strategy. And a member of IINTERSPORT – a vertical retail organization with over 6,000 retail stores in 57 countries.

With access to all the leading sports brands, along with an understanding of our local customer like no other, we are able to provide the best advice and value for those who are passionate about sport and fitness at all levels.

INTERSPORT Elverys have a steadfast tradition in backing sport at all levels, from grass roots events and organisations to elite teams and athletes. And commenting on this partnership extension, Anne-Marie Hanly, Senior Marketing Manager said “our brand is one of the biggest supporters of Irish sport and will always be ahead at the beating heart of sport. Connacht Rugby Club has an incredible fan base and while the season ahead will be different, we are committing to bringing a fantastic experience to supporters”.

The new Connacht range for the upcoming season is now available to purchase exclusively in stores and online at www.elverys.ie.

Commenting on today’s announcement, Gavin Duffy Partnership Manager at Connacht Rugby says:

“We are delighted to announce the renewal of our retail partnership agreement with Elverys Intersport for the next two seasons. We have worked very closely together since 2016 to bring a new and exciting on-field, training and leisure range to Elverys stores and online every season. This season is no different and we look forward to developing our partnership further over the next two seasons.

You can get all your Connacht Rugby gear in-store (when they reopen) or online at INTERSPORT Elverys HERE.

Whether you train at home, on the pitch or in the gym; by yourself or with team mates, we understand what it takes to be at the top of your game.

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At Intersport Elverys we understand what is truly happening in the beating heart of sport and the importance of consistent training for any sport or competition continues to grow significantly.

What It Takes

Through Intersport Elverys ambassadors we aim to bring to life the training element for any athlete that leads to success in sport.

This will be showcased through engaging video stories, photography and informative blogs highlighting the journey athletes go through that people don’t typically see to get the best out of their training for their respective sport or competition.

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Watch our chat with brand ambassador and Irish footballer Rianna Jarrett.

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Explore our range of training wear and fitness equipment HERE

OS1st® is a high-quality support and compression brand, that combines orthopaedic support with the power of medical grade compression.

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OS1st products are comfortable and easy to get on as well as offering support and pain relief for any time of day and for any activity or sport.  OS1st® has also developed a breakthrough design that provides the support of a kinesiology taping treatment without the inconvenience of its temporary and binding nature. K-Zone® Technology is found in AF7® Ankle Bracing Sleeve and DS6® Decompression Sleeve.

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COMPRESSION: Provides the right amount of compression for each body part.

EASY FIT: Offers easy-on fit and comfort.

Shop all you need HERE, at Intersport Elverys.

Scientifically Designed with Your Health & Comfort in Mind

An independent research by the University of Jyväskylä Finland and University Salzburg Austria confirms that FootBalance 100% Custom Insoles have the potential to prevent injuries. FootBalance constantly looks to build on our background in physiotherapy.

Independent research confirms: FootBalance 100% insoles have the potential to prevent injuries

Finnish FootBalance 100% custom moulded  insoles reduce the most common foot misalignment, overpronation, which increases susceptibility to pain and injuries during walking and running. This is the main conclusion of an independent research study carried out by the scientists of the University of Jyväskylä and the University of Salzburg.

The research has been published in the globally respected publication the Journal of Biomechanics in March 2017.

The effect of FootBalance 100% custom insoles was noticed during walking and running, though in running much greater loads are placed upon the foot and lower limbs.

The research results can be considered significant as over 75% of the population suffers from some form of foot misalignment, increasing the risk of various foot related injuries. Often the support offered by the standard insoles in running shoes  is not enough to correct the effects of overpronation.

Insoles improve overall body alignment

Pronation is a normal movement that occurs during walking and running. It is the body´s natural way to absorb shock and adapt to uneven surfaces. In overpronation the feet and

ankles can rotate too far inward and the feet´s own shock absorption mechanism does not work properly. This exposes lower limbs and the whole body to various injuries, such as shin splint, plantar fasciitis and problems with the Achilles tendon.

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Comparing with traditional stiff orthotics, FootBalance 100% custom insoles are dynamic: they aid the foot´s natural movement. Therefore, the foot´s own shock absorption works as intended and the body does not absorb the shock as is the case when using rigid orthotics.

The dynamic feature of FootBalance 100% custom insoles is essential especially in running, as with every step the lower limb joints receive the impact equivalent to three times the body weight – for example a person weighing 90 kilos, the impact is 270 kilos.

FootBalance was established by physiotherapist and innovator Erkki Hakkala in 2003.

His vision was to develop custom moulded, high quality insoles that improve foot health and reduce foot related pains and make them available to all.

FootBalance´s innovative concept; a comprehensive foot-analysis and individually moulded insoles made directly on-site, has attracted a great deal of interest worldwide. After its commercial launch in 2007, FootBalance has grown from a domestic Finnish company into an international player, whose insoles are currently sold in more than 50 countries in 2000 sport stores and medical clinics.

Get more information on the Intersport Elverys website HERE.