Sweat Testing

Service Description

At the Tamar Performance Centre we offer Advanced Sweat Testing No blood test. No need to bust a gut on a treadmill. No need to wait whilst your sample goes off to a lab for top secret analysis. The test is non-invasive therefore contains NO NEEDLES. Our Sweat Test takes about 15 minutes and all you have to do is sit comfortably whilst we talk to you about how you train and compete. The test is simple, painless, and extremely accurate. ​ The advanced sweat testing system has been and is currently being performed on teams across the US in the major leagues such as NFL, NBA, NHL and in the UK with sports teams such as Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. Also many Triathletes across the globe use both the testing and hydration plans to improve their performance. Electrodes on arm 2.png WHY IS SWEAT IMPORTANT? Whether you're an Elite level Triathlete, amateur Rugby player or a Sheep Shearer both your sweat rate and what you lose when you sweat is crucially important. Research has shown in seemingly similar individuals the amount of sweat/sodium lost can vary up to 15 times. ​ Sweat is predominantly genetically determined meaning EVERYONE is DIFFERENT. Individual hydration plans which are tailored to your sport, distance and intensity are vital enabling you to take your performance to the next level. Hydration is a huge part of any athletes process to improvement and healthy living - This involves ALL levels of Competition but can also be the difference from being part of the best to being THE BEST. HOW SWEAT TESTING CAN TAKE YOU TO THE NEXT LEVEL So now you have read a little about why sweat and the maintenance of hydration is so important for improving performance let's talk about what we can offer you here at the Tamar Performance Centre. ​ 1:1 Testing and 2:1 Testing available: ​ You can book your advanced sweat test with us whenever suits you best and we will run a test supplemented with a consultation discussing the best hydration strategy for you momoving forward. ​ Each test is unique to every person due to underlying genetics which influence the characteristics of each individuals sweat. Therefore, we developed a hydration plan which is tailored to your event, distance, sport, intensity. ​ Our 2:1 testing also means you can bring a friend to share the insightful learning experience and we offer a small discount for a 2:1 session which is always a good thing!