+ DEXA/DXA - Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry

Preparing for your appointment (failure to adhere to the below may result in inaccurate results)

• Wear comfortable clothes, such as gym attire. Some locations may provide a gown to be worn during scanning.
• Do not wear any items with metal or hard plastic, such as buttons, zippers, jewelry, watches, hair clips, bras with metal clasps or underwires.
• Inform the test administrator if you have any metal in your body, such as a pin or replacement joint.
• No fasting required, however some consider best practice to be a 4 hour fast prior to the scan.
• Note that DEXA scans do subject you to small amounts of radiation. A whole body scan produces a level of radiation equivalent to flying by airplane from New York to California.
• Please refrain from bringing children to your appointment as staff will not be able to care for them whilst you test.
• Due to the radiation described above, if you believe you may be pregnant, please refrain from doing the DEXA scan.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• The test administrator will record your height and weight, either by asking you directly or measuring on site. Note that DEXA machine will determine actual weight.
• You will be asked to lay down on the DEXA machine with your feet together and your arms by your side.
• The scan will last for about 20 minutes; the appointment for about 45 minutes.
• Unfortunately, we are not able to allow filming of DEXA scans. The test administrator has to focus on the scan itself and step out of the room at times.
• Please inform us if you are over 300lbs or over 6’3 tall as some DEXA machines have size restrictions.

What’s next?

• You will receive an email from Fitnescity within 2 business days with a login for your personal online results dashboard where you will find your results including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• Your results will include your total body fat mass, total non-fat mass, bone mass, regional body fat and lean mass distribution (trunk, arms, legs and android/gynoid regions) and generalized bone mineral density.
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physician.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

+ Bod Pod Test

Preparing for your appointment (failure to adhere to the below may result in inaccurate results)

• It is recommended you complete a two-hour fast prior to your Bod Pod test. This is to ensure accuracy.
• You must not consume alcohol or caffeine four hours prior to the test.
• Attire for the test: Women - compression shorts and a tight-fitting sports bra or bathing suit. Men - compression shorts or speedo. Swim caps are required. The staff will have swim caps available for use, but please feel free to bring yours if you'd like.
• Body hair, particularly facial hair, may skew results.

What happens during the appointment?

• Your test administrator will ask your height and weight. You will be asked to sit in the Bod Pod for approximately 35-45 seconds for 2-3 rounds of measurement. You will not be able to move or talk.
• You will be asked to wear a swim cap over your hair, and remove shoes, socks and all jewelry before the test.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• The actual appointment time can vary from 30-60 minutes in duration.
• The test administrator will record your height and weight, either by asking you directly or measuring on site.

What’s next?

• You will receive an email from Fitnescity within 2 business days with a login for your personal online results dashboard where you will find your results including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• Your results will include your fat and fat-free Mass.
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physician.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.
• It is recommended to schedule the RMR appointment in the morning to ease fasting.

+ Hydrostatic Weighing

Preparing for your appointment (failure to adhere to the below may result in inaccurate results)

• Do not eat during the 4 hours prior to testing.
• Avoid ingesting any gas-producing foods or beverages (e.g. baked beans, diet soda) for at least 12 hours before testing.
• Do not engage in strenuous exercise for at least 4 hours before your scheduled appointment.
• This test requires tight-fitting, lightweight swimsuit.
• Please bring a towel.
• Please refrain from bringing children to your appointment as staff will not be able to care for them whilst you test.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• The test administrator will record your height and weight, either by asking you directly or measuring on site.
• You will get into a large tank and sit on a special scale. The scale will submerge, you will expel all air from your lungs, and then remain motionless while underwater. This procedure is repeated 3 times on average.

What’s next?

• You will receive an email from Fitnescity within 2 business days with a login for your personal online dashboard where you will find your result, including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• Your results will include your total body fat and non-fat mass measurements.
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physician.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

• Keep in mind that it is beneficial to mimic previous test circumstances (including apparel, facial hair, water and food consumed prior, time of day etc.) when rebooking.

  Questions? Use the chat feature on the website or contact us at support@fitnescity.com

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+ SECA mBCA Body Composition Analyzer

Preparing for your appointment (failure to adhere to the below may result in inaccurate results)

• Do not eat or drink water during the 2 hours prior to testing.
• Do not consume diuretics (coffee, tea, etc.) 3 hours prior to testing.
• On the day of your test, do not exercise prior.
• Empty your bladder before testing.
• Wear light workout clothes and ensure all jewelry is removed.
• Please refrain from bringing children to your appointment as staff will not be able to care for them whilst you test.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• You will be asked to lay down on the treatment table for 10 minutes prior to the test. The purpose of this is to have the water in your body disperse evenly throughout.
• Your appointment will last about 30 minutes.

What’s next?

• You will receive an email from Fitnescity within 2 business days with a login for your personal online dashboard where you will find your result, including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• Your results will report your body’s fat mass versus non-fat mass, total body fat, visceral fat, abdominal fat, total body water and extracellular water (water outside your cells).
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physician.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

• To best compare your SECA test results over time, it is beneficial to schedule consistent test times (similar time of day, date during your menstrual cycle).

  Questions? Use the chat feature on the website or contact us at support@fitnescity.com

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+ Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Test

Preparing for your appointment (failure to adhere to the below may result in inaccurate results)

• You must complete a 12 hour fast prior to your RMR test. Do not consume food, alcohol or caffeine. You may consume water.
• The use of stimulants such as nicotine (smoking), appetite suppressants and allergy medication can affect your results. For best results, delay consumption of stimulants at least 4 hours before testing.
• You must avoid moderate/vigorous exercise for the 24 hours prior to the test.
• Your commute to the appointment should be relatively stress free, so plan extra time! Avoid brisk walking, running or taking a lot of stairs.
• Wear comfortable clothing.
• The accuracy of your results can also be affected by certain medications, medical conditions, acute infections and, for females, pregnancy, breast feeding and menstruation.
• Please refrain from bringing children to your appointment as staff will not be able to care for them whilst you test.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• The actual appointment time can vary from 30-60 minutes in duration. The test itself can vary from 15 minutes to 45 minutes. This variance is due to different types of machines.
• The test administrator will record your height and weight, either by asking you directly or measuring on site.
• As part of the test, you will be asked to be reclined or lay supine for approximately 20-40 minutes.
• For best results, do not read, talk, listen to audio or sleep. Just rest!

What’s next?

• You will receive an email from Fitnescity within 2 business days with a login for your personal online results dashboard where you will find your results including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• Your results will include your Resting Energy Expenditure.
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physicina.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

• It is recommended to schedule the RMR appointment in the morning to ease fasting.

  Questions? Use the chat feature on the website or contact us at support@fitnescity.com

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+ VO2 Max Test

Preparing for your appointment

• Fill out an intake form ahead of your appointment and send it to us so that we can ensure you are able to safely complete the test.
• Do not exercise for 24 hours prior to your appointment.
• Ensure you’re properly hydrated and nourished before the evaluation.
• Do not eat a heavy meal for 2-3 hours prior to your appointment, lighter snacks are preferable.
• Wear clothing and shoes you would normally exercise in.
• Please refrain from bringing children to your appointment as staff will not be able to care for them whilst you test.

When you arrive

• Let the front desk know that you are scheduled for a test with Fitnescity.
• Do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment time so the test center can limit the number of visitors at one time.

What to expect

• You will be running on a treadmill or cycling on a cycle ergometer (similar to a stationary bike), depending on the location.
• You will be asked to wear a mask that will connect to a metabolic cart to measure the volume of your inspired and expired air.
• The test starts with a short warm-up and then increases intensity until exhaustion.
• During the test, your blood pressure, heart rate and heart activity will be monitored for safety.
• The test length will vary in duration, generally between 8 and 30 minutes, depending on time to exhaustion.
• The full length of the appointment will vary in duration, however please take into account time to setup and cool down. We recommend blocking 1-1.5 hours.

What’s next?

• We will contact you via email within 2 business days to share online access to your result, including interpretation and anthropometric data.
• The results you receive will detail your maximal oxygen uptake.
• Questions about your results? You will be able to schedule a follow-up call with a physician.

Notes about scheduling

• If you need to cancel your appointment, you must inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

  Questions? Use the chat feature on the website or contact us at support@fitnescity.com

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