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MEP is used to analyze a person’s fat vs. carbohydrate utilization as exercise intensity increases. As the length of a person’s training session or race increases, so does the importance of proper energy utilization and nutrition. We recommend this test for endurance athletes and those attempting to become a fat-burning machine. The crossover point, or the point at which you are transitioning from mostly fat utilization to carbohydrates, will be provided to you as a result of the test.

VO₂ Max: An initial VO₂ Max test can clarify the specific heart rate zones you need to target to exercise more effectively, with less fatigue and fewer injuries. Periodic retesting provides motivating feedback as the fitness program progresses. Studies show that previously sedentary people training at 75% of aerobic power for 30 minutes, three times a week over six months, increase VO₂ Max an average of 15-20%. 

Anaerobic Threshold (AT): Even though extensive training can sometimes cause an athlete to reach a plateau in VO₂ Max, you can still use your VO₂ Max test results to make further performance improvements. This is accomplished as you push to increase your anaerobic threshold (AT) and maintain that threshold for longer periods. This enhances both endurance and cardiovascular performance. 

Calories Burned: A VO₂ Max test determines the number of calories burned during every level of exercise. This is a scientific measurement of how many calories you are burning during a day, and a vital piece of information for every training program.

Metabolic is a measure of how much food, or fat, is converted to energy in a day. Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) is the measurement of how much food, or energy, is required to maintain essential body functions such as heartbeat, breathing, and body heat maintenance while you are in a state of rest. That energy is expressed in calories per day. So an RMR test shows how many calories you burn at rest, doing nothing more than sitting in a chair.

The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is the screening tool used to identify limitations or asymmetries in seven fundamental movement patterns that are key to functional movement quality in individuals with no current pain complaint or known musculoskeletal injury. The most compelling reason to get an FMS is to lower your risk of being injured. Since good stability and mobility are the foundation of correctly performed functional movements, detecting any weaknesses here will help you avoid sustaining or worsening an injury. Studies have shown the FMS to be a reliable way to identify increased risk factors for injury.

We'll measure your Power Output in both maximum output and maximum speed by using an assault bike to calculate your Anaerobic reserve. Anaerobic reserve is essentially the amount you have left in the tank and is calculated along with your ASR (Anaerobic Speed Reserve), MSS (Maximum Sprint Speed), and MAS (Maximum Aerobic Speed). This test is a must for power athletes competing in events that last from 30 seconds to 8 minutes.

Hybrid athletes focus on a combination of sports rather than one specific sport. Examples interests of the hybrid athlete include OCR, functional fitness, marathons, triathlons, etc. These programs are essentially a combination of programs used to develop an athlete's proficiency in a wide variety of skills.

If you like running, hanging on things, carrying heavy stuff, and jumping over things, this is for you. OCR athletes focus on running and obstacle-specific training. These programs includes several days of running, strength training, and obstacle-course specific workouts.

Functional fitness training programs are for those looking to increase their muscular and cardiovascular system's ability with a high-intensity strength and cardiovascular program. These programs include strength, cardiovascular, and endurance training days.

Whether a hopeful Ironman or newbie to sprints, these programs are specifically designed for each individual based on their next high-priority race. Each week will be a combination of swimming, running, cycling, and strength training.

These programs are for those looking to develop both functional strength and specific strength. Whether you would like to increase your capacity in Olympic Weight Lifting, powerlifting, or you simply want to be able to get off the couch without using arm rails, we've got you.

These programs are for athletes focusing on endurance race running. Endurance training should not be defined by the length but by the individual. Depending on the person, this could be a 5K or a marathon.

Reaching your fitness goals is not a quick fix; instead, it's a change in life patterns and habits. It took most of us decades to get where we are, and that won't be changed in a month. Our physical appearance and general health are often an expression of life habits. So, habits are where we start. Because of these facts, The Human Body Lab does not offer diet plans. We do provide nutritional guidance in terms of healthy eating habits and food choices. Also, due to the lack of regulation and inconsistent evidence, we do not offer supplement advice.