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Well Athlete
Maintaining optimal health and performance is essential for both recreational and professional male athletes, as the physical demands of training and competition place increased stress on the body. Intense or prolonged exercise can affect energy availability, hormone balance, muscle recovery, and immune function, while underlying deficiencies or imbalances may develop silently and compromise performance, resilience, and long-term health if left unrecognised.
Our Well Athlete Health Assessment provides a comprehensive blood-based evaluation tailored to the needs of active men. The profile assesses markers related to energy metabolism, iron and nutrient status, muscle and bone health, hormonal balance, inflammation, and organ function. This detailed diagnostic insight enables early identification of potential issues, supports performance optimisation, and helps guide personalised strategies to promote recovery, resilience, and sustained athletic performance.
100+biomarkers tested
48 hrsresults turnaround
GPled interpretation
UKASaccredited lab
Why a Well Athlete check matters
Training hard places real demands on your body. Low iron or ferritin, depleted minerals, raised muscle enzymes or an underactive thyroid can quietly blunt your performance and recovery — often long before you'd put it down to anything more than a bad patch of form.
The Well Athlete Health Check looks across the systems that matter most to active people — blood, iron, muscle, heart, liver, kidneys, thyroid and key nutrients — in a single appointment, so you can train smarter, recover better and address any limiters early.
What's included in your Well Athlete profile
A performance-focused blood panel, grouped by the key systems it assesses.
Full Blood Count
Full Blood Count (red cells, white cells, platelets & indices)
Inflammation
hsCRP (high-sensitivity, excluding ESR)
Urea & Electrolytes (U&E)
Uric AcidSodiumPotassiumCO2ChlorideGlucose
Kidney function
UreaCreatinineeGFR
Liver function
BilirubinALPALTGGT
Bone function
Calcium (adjusted)AlbuminPhosphateVitamin D
Muscle & joint
Creatine KinaseUric AcidRheumatoid Factor (RF)
Heart health
Total CholesterolLDL CholesterolHDL CholesterolTriglyceridesTotal Cholesterol / HDL RatioApolipoprotein A-1Apolipoprotein BApolipoprotein A1/B RatioCreatine Kinase
Iron studies
IronTotal Iron Binding CapacityFerritin
Thyroid hormones
TSHFT4
Minerals & vitamins
CopperZincMagnesiumCalciumFolic AcidVitamin B12Vitamin D
Areas this profile screens for
Full Blood CountHeart HealthInfection & InflammationIron StatusKidney HealthLiver HealthMuscle & Joint HealthNutritional HealthPersonal Health MeasurementsThyroid HealthUrinalysis
How it works
Book onlineChoose a time that suits you, or call us. Most checks can be booked online.
Quick blood sampleA short, comfortable appointment at one of our clinical sites — around 15 minutes.
Expert lab analysisYour sample is processed by a locally based UKAS-accredited laboratory.
GP-reviewed resultsWithin 48 hours, a GP reviews and explains your results — with clear, personalised advice.
Is the Well Athlete check right for you?
It's a strong choice if you are:
Training seriouslyPutting in consistent volume and want to know your body is keeping up.
Underperforming or fatiguedFeeling flat, tired or struggling to recover despite training well.
Optimising performanceLooking to fine-tune iron, nutrients and recovery for marginal gains.
Returning from a setbackComing back from illness, injury or a heavy training block.
Why choose Solasta
GP interpretation, not softwareEvery result is reviewed and explained by an experienced local GP — so you know what it means and what to do next.
Accurate, accredited resultsAnalysed by a locally based UKAS-accredited laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) for reliable, fast diagnostics.
Continuity of careMore than a one-off test — discreet, unhurried care with ongoing support and follow-up if needed.
Preparing for your test
FastingYou may be asked to fast beforehand for accurate cholesterol and glucose results — we'll tell you when you book.
Avoid intense exerciseHard or unaccustomed training in the 24–48 hours before your test can raise muscle markers such as creatine kinase, so ease off beforehand for the clearest picture.
Timing & medicationA morning appointment is ideal. Keep taking your usual medication and supplements unless advised otherwise, and mention them at your appointment.
Well Athlete check FAQs
Do I need to fast before the test?
For the most accurate cholesterol and blood-sugar results you may be asked to fast beforehand. We'll give you clear instructions when you book.
Should I train before my test?
It's best to avoid hard or unaccustomed exercise in the 24–48 hours before your appointment, as it can temporarily raise muscle markers such as creatine kinase and skew the result.
How long do results take?
Results are typically ready within 48 hours of your sample reaching the laboratory, after which a GP reviews and explains them.
Will a doctor explain my results?
Yes. Your results are interpreted by an experienced GP — not automated software — with practical, personalised guidance and any recommended next steps.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed. You can book directly, online or by phone.
How is the sample taken?
A simple blood sample is taken at one of our clinical sites in a short, comfortable appointment of around 15 minutes.
What if something needs following up?
If your results suggest anything that needs attention, your GP will discuss it with you and guide you on the next steps, including any further care at Solasta.
Related checks & services
Well ManA broad general health check for men, across all the major systems.
Well WomanA broad general health check for women, across all the major systems.
Focused health checksSingle-area tests — heart, iron, thyroid and more.
Private GP appointmentDiscuss your results and next steps with an experienced local GP.
Ready to understand your health?
Book your Well Athlete health check online, or call us — NI 028 40 648 486 · ROI +353 1906 1950.
Book your Well Athlete health check online, or call us — NI 028 40 648 486 · ROI +353 1906 1950.