Frequently Asked Questions
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Athlete Fresh is a specialized laundry soak designed specifically for athletic wear. It’s formulated to remove deeply embedded sweat, oils, bacteria, and detergent residues that get trapped in synthetic fabrics like polyester, spandex, and microfiber.
Unlike regular detergents, Athlete Fresh penetrates deep into the fibers to eliminate odors and grime, leaving your gear feeling fresh, clean, and ready for action. From your first soak on, the color of the water alone will show it is working!
Athlete Fresh was developed to address a common problem for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who wears activewear: the stubborn odors and grime that build up in synthetic fabrics.
Regular detergents often mask odors temporarily but fail to fully clean athletic wear. Athlete Fresh provides a solution by delivering a deep clean that restores fabrics and extends their lifespan.
Athlete Fresh is specifically designed to target the unique cleaning challenges of athletic wear, while detergents are formulated for general laundry. Here's how they differ:
Focus on Synthetic Fabrics: Athlete Fresh is tailored for synthetic fabrics like polyester, spandex, and microfiber, commonly found in athletic wear. Regular detergents often struggle to clean these materials effectively, leaving behind sweat, oils, and bacteria trapped in the fibers.
Deep Cleaning Action: Athlete Fresh works as a soak, giving it time to break down and remove embedded grime, bacteria, and residues that detergents miss during a short wash cycle. It doesn’t just clean the surface—it penetrates deep into the fabric.
Residue Removal: Detergents can leave behind residues that trap odors and grime in synthetic fabrics. Athlete Fresh eliminates this buildup, ensuring your gear is truly clean and free of trapped odors.
Odor Elimination, Not Masking: Detergents often mask odors with fragrances, but Athlete Fresh neutralizes them at their source by removing the bacteria and residues causing the smell.
Fabric Longevity: Athlete Fresh helps maintain the integrity, stretch, and breathability of athletic wear by removing harmful residues that weaken fibers over time. Detergents alone may lead to faster wear and tear.
Athlete Fresh is best used as a soak that works over 4–6 hours. During this time, its powerful formula breaks down and removes:
- Trapped sweat and body oils
- Bacteria that cause odors.
- Residues left behind by detergents and fabric softeners.
After soaking, the gear is washed in a standard cycle, ensuring a deep and thorough clean.
If you are unable to soak your clothes, you can use the "Tub Soak" cycle on your washmachine instead. Note that if your washmachine does not have this setting, you should use the heavy duty setting, with warm/hot water for an extended period of time with no other detergents or fabric softener added in.
Athlete Fresh is ideal for athletic wear and performance fabrics, including:
- Compression gear
- Running and cycling clothes
- Gym clothes
- Sports uniforms
- Yoga and workout outfits
It’s safe for most synthetic fabrics and blends, but always check the care label on your garments.