We’re excited to share that Bike Works Kona is now an official Precision Fuel & Hydration Sweat Test Center! The test will tell you how much sodium you lose in your sweat so we can help you personalize your hydration strategy and perform at your best.
How salty your sweat is is largely genetically determined and can vary from as little as 200mg per liter of sweat to more than 2,000mg/l, so a one-size-fits-all approach to hydration just doesn’t cut it.
1. Drinking during exercise helps replace the fluid you lose from sweating…
Stop the bonk and perform at your best. When we exercise we sweat at a rate very specific to our body shape, size, and fitness level. Not to mention other external factors such as ambient temperature, wind speed, and even choice of clothing.
2. It’s not all about the fluid
You also need to replace the sodium (the key electrolyte) you’re losing in your sweat. Sweat sodium concentration (ratio of sodium to fluid) is genetically determined and can vary significantly from person to person.
3. Ok, but how much?
No more generic approach, we can now test your sweat by placing 2 electrodes on your forearm and stimulating your sweat glands – no exercise required.
4. A sample goes a long way
This disc is placed on top of the now-sweating spot, and collects the sweat sample into the tube. All we need is a few rings full before it’s ready to test.
5. Now we let the analyzer do the work
The Sweat Analyzer reads the sample and tells us the mg of sodium (converted from mmol) per litre of fluid. Based on this number, you’ll learn what the best sodium:fluid ratio is for you.
6. And the results are…
Your Sweat Test administrator will ask you a few questions to help interpret the results and explain your personalized plan for optimal hydration. Now you’re ready for performing at your best!
I’m convinced I need a better game plan for hydration, what’s next?
Book your in-person test below. All test are conducted in store at Bike Works Kona, located at 75-5660 Kopiko St., Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740.
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