Sweat creates a more acidic pH in your workout clothes, so washing it out is crucial for fresh laundry. Sports detergents are specifically formulated to clean technical fabrics rather than natural fiber fabrics. But if you don’t have the time or you live in a damp climate, it’s best to use a low or no-heat setting on your machine to dry your workout clothes. Heat can help kill bacteria, but most sports apparel will melt or shrink under high heat. DOUBLE THE DOSE Then, we selected the best products based on a variety of factors. First, we considered price, whether or not the detergent was scented, and how well the detergent fought stains and odors. We also examined formula (liquid or powder), ingredients, and any effect the detergent might have on sensitive skin. If you have small loads or lightly soiled loads, or just wash things because they have been worn twice; try ½ ounce for a few loads. If you wash just a couple exercise items each day, try using 1/3 or ¼ oz. Because Sport-Wash® is super soluble, it disperses immediately even in cool water to maximize the use of washing time. It is also easy to spread a small amount in targeted areas. Use a small brush or a dauber to apply Sport-Wash® directly to armpits, cuffs, collars, or other problem areas. A targeted wash of a couple of otherwise “clean” garments may require as little as 1/8 ounce of Sport-Wash. Durable clothing can be put in the dryer. But hot air inside a dryer can harm some technical or delicate clothing. Air drying is a better idea for most technical apparel.

If you want a high-performance, all-in-one detergent that will eliminate stains, sweat, and body odor without harsh additives, the WIN Sports Detergent is our top choice. It does a stellar job of getting rid of stubborn body odor smells without a lot of extra effort, like pre-soaking. With three different scents, it has something for everyone, whether you want some fragrance or none at all.Many of the brands recommend pre-soaking athletic clothing with sports detergent prior to washing. While we found this extra step annoying, it was an effective way to clean the worst smelling clothes when a regular washing wasn’t doing the job. WASH CLOTHES INSIDE OUT

Make suds by agitating the water by hand. Active Detergent recommends putting your clothing in the water and letting it soak for at least 30 minutes. Another great use for Active Wear beyond your hiking gear or sweaty workout clothes is as a sleeping bag detergent. After a long trip, you will want to clean your sleeping bag. When washing them in your machine, use the recommended amount of detergent, based on your type of machine and load size. Turn your clothes inside out so that the detergent and water can get right to where most of the stains and smells are concentrated. With Sport-Wash® you can easily save money and minimize environmental impact by using only as much as you need.

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The fight against the mound of laundry piling up in the hamper is an ongoing battle in my household. I do CrossFit most weekdays and my partner bike commutes to work daily. We live in Portland, Oregon, where moisture in the air and falling from the sky adds to the potential our clothing will stink.