About
There is no getting around it: losing weight is hard work. We get fat by putting in more calories than our bodies can burn off. Not eating anything, however, can lead to illness and fatigue along with frustration. The bottom line is that you simply can’t manage what you don’t measure. Knowing your own resting metabolic rate allows us to give you an idea of how many calories a day you should be eating to both stay active and healthy while losing weight.
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Testing
- Provides scientifically derived individualized, baseline daily caloric requirements
- Indicates the body’s utilization of fats and carbohydrates for fuel at rest
- Relevant for individuals interested in maintaining or losing weight
What to expect
- Client fasts 8-12 hours prior to the test
- Minimal activity the day before and day of the test
- Wear comfortable clothes
- Upon arrival at Silver Sage Sports Performance Center, client rests 15-20 minutes prior to initiation of test to ensure baseline is achieved
- Test protocol
- Tester places a rubber mask over the nose and mouth
- Tester attaches the breathing hose from the mask to the ParvoMed machine
- Client reclines
- Test starts
- Client relaxes and breaths normally
- The client is relaxed, but cannot fall asleep
- Once sufficient data is collected, the test is complete
- Test duration typically 20-30 minutes
Test costs
Resting Metabolic Rate Testing: $95
