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Metabolic Analysis ℠
Assessment Preparation & Procedure.
Before Your Assessment
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Complete and submit your PAR-Q at least 48 hours before your assessment
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No food for 10 hours before testing. Eat normally before beginning your fast
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Avoid caffeine and other stimulants for 24 hours before testing
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Avoid alcohol and nicotine for 24 hours before testing
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Avoid exercise for 24 hours before testing
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Maintain your normal diet during the 24 hours before testing
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Ensure you are well hydrated
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Continue prescription medications as usual
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Wear comfortable, non-restrictive exercise clothing and appropriate footwear
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A heart rate monitor can be provided, or you may bring your own
Procedure
This assessment is completed in two parts. First, you’ll remain seated and completely at rest while your resting metabolism and fuel use are measured. You’ll then complete an exercise test that begins at a comfortable intensity and increases at regular intervals until you reach maximum effort.
Your oxygen consumption, carbon dioxide production and heart rate are measured throughout the assessment, allowing us to determine your resting metabolism, fuel use, VO₂ Max, ventilatory thresholds and calorie expenditure from rest through to maximum effort.
After Your Assessment
Your results will be delivered by email within 24–48 hours. If you don’t see them, check your junk or spam folder.
Note
Please follow these instructions carefully, as food, exercise and stimulants can affect the accuracy of your results. If you're unable to follow them, contact us no later than 48 hours before your assessment.