INSCYD is proud to announce a new collaboration with CARDIOWORLD , the exclusive  European importer  of the Nova LACTATE PLUS meter . Together, we are launching a true one-stop solution for lactate testing—making it easy for European coaches, scientists as well as exercise-, and health & longevity labs to access the most accurate handheld lactate analyzer and test strips, all while delivering exclusive savings and expert support.

The combination of CARDIOWORLD’s  discounting test strips for INSCYD users and providing the most accurate handheld lactate analyzer (even for free), INSCYD users can now significantly reduce their overhead costs while also improving the accuracy of their test results. This combination ensures that every physiological profile generated in INSCYD is both more affordable and more reliable—empowering coaches to gain deeper insights into each athlete’s unique performance and unlock truly individualized progress.

A New Era of Simpler, Smarter Lactate Testing

For too long, coaches and labs have had to navigate the high costs of lactate test strips, deal with fragmented purchasing, and worry about the accuracy of their handheld lactate meters. This partnership is designed to change that—by providing exclusive discounts on lactate test strips and bundling everything needed to start or upgrade your current lactate testing in a single, trusted package.

How This Partnership Helps You

Exclusive discounts on lactate test strips: INSCYD users gain access to exclusive discounts that lower the barrier to regular testing, empowering coaches and professionals to test more often, optimize performance, and make frequent, cost-effective testing more accessible than ever.

FREE Nova LACTATE PLUS  handheld lactate meter: new customers or users who want to swap their existing lactate meter for the most accurate handheld meter on the market. With a one-time order of 36 boxes of lactate test strips  INSCYD users (who aren’t Cardioworld customers yet) receive a FREE Pro Kit, containing a Nova LACTATE PLUS  Device, lancets, calibration fluid and more – all packaged into a popular hardshell case for easy and safe transportation of your equipment.

One-stop shop convenience: For professionals who have always wanted to start performing lactate testing, it’s now possible to get everything needed to begin—all in one trusted place. This complete starter kit includes the FREE Nova LACTATE PLUS  handheld analyzer, essential accessories, consumables, and INSCYD software—streamlining procurement and removing the hassle of dealing with multiple suppliers.

Supporting Performance with Proven Accuracy and Trusted Partnership

With INSCYD’s cloud-based platform, users don’t just collect lactate values—they turn every test into a complete 360° physiological performance profile. INSCYD’s software analyzes your lactate data and provides a complete metabolic profile including VO2max, VLamax, MLSS, LT1, Fat – and Carbohydrate combustion rate, and many more vital metrics. Trusted by Olympic federations, elite teams, coaches and labs worldwide, INSCYD empowers professionals to truly understand each athlete’s unique physiology and design training that delivers measurable results.

This collaboration marks a significant step forward in INSCYD’s mission to lower barriers and empower more European professionals with high-frequency, high-accuracy lactate testing. By partnering with CARDIOWORLD —Europe’s exclusive importer  of the Nova LACTATE PLUS , scientifically validated as the most accurate handheld lactate meter available [1],[2]—we’re making it easier and more affordable than ever to start or upgrade testing routines.

I have been doing lactate testing for more than 30 years now. The Nova LACTATE PLUS meter is one of the best handheld devices I have worked with. I love the accuracy, simplicity and that I don’t need to worry about keeping the strips cooled.

At INSCYD we have seen numerous sets of raw lactate samples with questionable numbers - especially at the high lactate concentrations. This is a known problem for many handheld lactate meters - but not for the LactatePlus. Therefore this Partnership with Cardioworld was important to us, because it allows us to empower INSCYD users to get the most accurate results of the testing they are doing with their athletes.
Sebastian Weber
Founder of INSCYD

CARDIOWORLD’s  commitment to fast, reliable service has supported athletes, coaches, and labs across Europe for years. Now, by combining their proven expertise with INSCYD’s advanced physiological analysis software, coaches and labs benefit from immediate access to industry-leading technology and actionable performance insights—all from one source. This partnership is designed to help every professional deliver better results with less hassle and greater confidence.

I am truly excited about this new partnership between CARDIOWORLD and INSCYD. As a sports scientist, I have great respect for the depth and quality of INSCYD’s software solution. This collaboration is a significant step forward in making lactate testing more accessible and more effective across Europe.

As the exclusive European importer of the Nova LACTATE PLUS analyzer, we are committed to providing INSCYD users not only with the most accurate handheld lactate device on the market, but also with the highest level of support: fast, reliable, and tailored to their professional needs.

Together, we are setting a new standard in performance diagnostics by delivering an end-to-end solution that combines scientific precision with practical usability. Our shared goal is to help coaches, labs, and athletes unlock their full potential with greater accuracy and efficiency.
Tasso Tourpouzidis
Founder & CEO of CARDIOWORLD

Unlock New Possibilities in Lactate Testing

Whether you’re running a high-volume performance lab or just beginning with lactate testing, the INSCYD x CARDIOWORLD  one-stop solution helps you:

  • Lower your testing costs and remove procurement headaches with exclusive savings and a one-stop solution.
  • Upgrade to the Nova LACTATE PLUS meter – at zero cost.
  • INSCYD takes care of every detail, so you don’t need to research or buy from multiple suppliers.
  • Get the complete picture: Pair the most precise, reliable lactate analyzer with INSCYD’s advanced software to unlock a 360° physiological profile—helping you optimize training, personalize coaching, and achieve measurable results for every athlete.
  • Join a trusted ecosystem: INSCYD’s solution is already used by Olympic programs, national federations, and elite performance labs worldwide.

This partnership is about more than cost savings—it’s about trust, expertise, and a shared commitment to elevating sports science across Europe. Together, INSCYD and CARDIOWORLD  are removing obstacles to advanced testing, empowering professionals to deliver better insights, and setting a new standard for what’s possible in performance diagnostics.

About CARDIOWORLD

CARDIOWORLD  is Europe’s exclusive importer  of the Nova LACTATE PLUS  analyzer and consumables. With a deep focus on service and reliability, CARDIOWORLD  supports athletes, coaches, and labs throughout Europe, providing fast access to industry-leading lactate measurement technology.

4 days of in-depth education and hands-on physiological testing

Join us for 4 days of in-depth education and hands-on physiological testing designed to sharpen your coaching and testing skills. Work hands on with athletes, master nutrition strategies, and connect with a global, science-driven community—guided by the scientist and coach behind multiple Olympic champions.

Over four immersive days, you’ll:

  • Run real VO₂ and lactate tests with athletes

  • Build full metabolic profiles—including VO₂max, VLamax, and energy contributions

  • Learn how to prescribe training using real data—not guesswork

  • Connect with world-class coaches and scientists like Sebastian Weber and Parker Spencer

👉 Secure your spot now — early bird pricing ends soon, and spaces are limited.

References

  1. Steiner, T., Wirtz, N., & Wehrlin, J. (2024). Accuracy and reliability of portable lactate analyzers. European Journal of Applied Physiology.
  2. Lo, K. K., Chan, Y. Y., Tang, Y. H., Yu, W. H., Fox, P., & So, R. C. H. (2019). Determination of the validity and reliability of a portable lactate analyser. Hong Kong Sports Institute Research Highlights.

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