What to expect…

Resting Metabolic Rate Test:

Prior to your RMR test, there are a few important things to note:

• You must complete a 12-hour fast overnight, prior to your RMR test. e.g. if your appointment is at 8 am, you must only drink water after 8 pm the evening before.

• You must not consume alcohol or caffeine 12 hours prior to the test.

• The use of stimulants such as nicotine (smoking), appetite suppressants, and allergy medication can affect your results.

• You must avoid moderate and vigorous exercise at least 24 hours prior to the test.

• Failure to meet these standards may result in an inaccurate result.

• Attire for the test: No specific attire is required.

During the resting test, you simply breathe into the PNOE device for 10-20 minutes. The machine analyzes your breathing and reports total calorie burn and fuel utilization data (fats or carbs). 

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This test will let you know the caloric requirements you need based on your metabolic efficiency and your age and gender. Your report will provide you with information about the fuel sources your body uses during daily activities with percentages divided between fats and carbohydrates.

VO2 Max Test:

Prior to your VO2 Max test, there are a few important things to note:

• Don't eat at least 8 hours prior to the test

• You must not consume alcohol or caffeine 12 hours prior to the test.

• The use of stimulants such as nicotine (smoking), appetite suppressants, and allergy medication can affect your results.

• You must avoid moderate and vigorous exercise at least 24 hours prior to the test.

• Failure to meet these standards may result in an inaccurate result.

• Attire for the test: comfortable workout attire

During the VO2 Max Test, you will be fitted with the PNOE device and asked to choose between the stationary bike or treadmill for your active metabolism test. After a three-minute warm up you will be guided through the exercise test. Each minute the test will become more difficult until you are too exhausted to continue your pace.

This test provides a breath-by-breath analysis of how much oxygen the body can absorb while exercising.