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What is RED-S?
RED-S is a state of chronic low energy availability where how much energy an athlete needs does not match up with what the athlete is taking in.
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Athlete Blood Testing Myths and Misconceptions.
You only need a blood test if you have symptoms such as fatigue or slow recovery. Athletes should get tested before they develop symptoms. Typically, by the time you feel the impact of unsatisfactory biomarker levels, your body likely has been performing below its potential for a while, and you’ll Read more…
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Keys to Establishing Baseline Biomarkers
Here at Athlete Blood Test, we analyze many professional and elite athletes’ blood several times a year. Sometimes we even analyze their blood a few times during a season. But do you need a baseline? To get the most out of your blood analysis-and your training, performance and recovery-YES! The Read more…
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Bronze and Iron Panels: Not Just For Follow Up
Many of our athletes love the benefits of regular blood analysis but cannot budget for multiple significant spending events every year. We get it (hello inflation!). That’s why we offer the Bronze Panel and a basic Iron Panel. Bronze Panel The Bronze Panel is a great “systems check” for individual Read more…
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High iron for athletes – yes, we said high!
Iron Basics Athletes are notorious for having low iron levels, especially endurance athletes. But what if your ferritin is high? Although it’s not nearly as common, it does happen and it’s important to have your ferritin levels checked periodically to make sure you’re not too high or low, both of Read more…
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Why should athletes care about ferritin levels even if they are not anemic?
My ferritin is low, but I’m not anemic. There are many different kinds of anemia, but iron deficiency anemia is perhaps the most common. But among athletes, iron deficiency with no anemia (IDNA) is much more prevalent. This means ferritin levels are low but red blood cell production is still Read more…
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Complete Blood Count For Athletes Explained (CBC)
The CBC or complete blood count is an important panel for athletes. Complete Blood Count For Athletes measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelet levels along with associated markers. For athletes, red blood cells are crucial because they are responsible for delivering oxygen around the body. During exercise Read more…
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Blood Testing for Athletes: What real athletes have to say!
Athlete Blood Test provides individually-tailored, athlete-focused blood biomarker testing to all athletes. Athletes use blood testing to help you dial in their nutrition, recovery, training, and performance. Every athlete is unique. Population-based insights aren’t our thing. Our recommendations are specific to athletic performance and are unique to you as an Read more…
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Can I exercise after a blood test?
You don’t have to skip your workout if you get your blood drawn. Have some food and a drink (not that kind of drink) and wait at least an hour before doing your workout.
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How frequently should athletes get a blood test?
How often should athletes check their blood markers? Here at Athlete Blood Test, we analyze many professional and elite athletes’ blood several times a year. Sometimes we even analyze their blood a few times during a season. But why? And should enthusiasts and recreational athletes do the same? As you’ll Read more…