RMR Metabolic Testing

Key Benefits

Measure Resting Metabolism

Identify how many calories your body burns at rest.

Personalize Nutrition

Set calorie targets using measured data instead of guesswork.

Understand Metabolic Efficiency

See whether your metabolism is lower, expected, or higher than predicted.

Track Progress

Repeat testing over time to monitor change.

Smarter Decisions

Use objective data for fat loss, body recomposition, and performance planning.

What We Measure

Resting Energy Expenditure (RMR/REE)

Your measured calorie burn at rest.

Measured vs Predicted Metabolism

How your metabolism compares with standard estimates.

Respiratory Quotient (RQ)

A snapshot of fat vs carbohydrate use at rest.

Ventilation & Oxygen Use

Core breathing and gas-exchange metrics.

Metabolic Efficiency

Context for nutrition planning and body-composition strategy.

Who It’s For

Fat-Loss Clients

Use measured metabolism to guide calorie deficits more intelligently.

Body Recomposition

Plan nutrition with greater precision.

Performance Clients

Support fueling and recovery with better metabolic data.

Health Optimization

Establish a meaningful baseline for nutrition and lifestyle decisions.

Plateaued Clients

Investigate whether energy needs differ from assumptions.

Your Results & Insights

You’ll Receive:

  • Measured resting calorie expenditure
  • Fuel-use context at rest
  • Nutrition planning guidance
  • Trackable benchmarks for progress
  • Metabolic suppression assessment

How To Prepare

Arrive Rested

Come in well-rested and avoid unnecessary physical stress beforehand.

Avoid Exercise Beforehand

Skip intense workouts for about 24 hours before your test.

Stay Comfortable and Still

Wear comfortable clothing, plan to relax quietly, and restrain from engaging in anything stimulating during the test.

Fast and Avoid Stimulants/CNS Depressants

Avoid caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol beforehand when possible.

Safety & FAQ

VO₂ max testing is a strenuous exercise assessment. It is appropriate for many people, but anyone with cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, or other medical concerns should contact us before scheduling.

Most appointments take about 45–60 minutes, including setup, warm-up, testing, cooldown, and review.

Wear exercise clothing, avoid hard workouts beforehand, hydrate normally, and avoid heavy meals immediately before testing.

Contact us before scheduling if you have chest pain, fainting episodes, significant shortness of breath, known heart or lung disease, uncontrolled blood pressure, recent injury, or other medical concerns.

RMR testing is non-invasive and safe for most individuals. if you have respiratory concerns or questions about readiness, contact the clinic before scheduling.