FAQs
How does it work?
FitLab Metabolic Services uses specialized medical equipment to determine how well an individual burns calories both at rest (RMR) and while exercising (FitMAP).
FitLab is able to give you a unique overview of your metabolism using two assessments: (1) the RMR measures how many calories YOUR body needs per day to exist optimally and (2) the FitMAP can define what heart rate your body burns the most calories directly from fat as an energy source! Sound impossible? It’s not! Elite endurance athletes (like Lance Armstrong) have been doing it for at least a decade.
Am I required to have a heartrate monitor?
Yes. You don’t have to purchase one from FitLab, but you definitely need to have one. By wearing a heart rate monitor, it ensures that you are obtaining the maximum benefit from the time you spend working out. FitLab recommends the Polar RS300x and have some available to purchase.
Do I have to take the class to see the results?
Absolutely not. We have found that individuals who follow program recommendations can be just as successful on their own as those taking the class. That said, to ensure the best results, we do recommend taking at least one round of classes to ensure you form a habit, are doing the program correctly, and also for the accountability factor. Bottom line, we want you to be successful whether that occurs on your own or by joining a class!
What should I expect when I do my assessments?
During the RMR, a comfortable breathing mask is placed over your mouth and nose. For a 15-minute period, while we obtain the data, you are asked to sit back and relax. Nothing to it!
After your RMR is complete, we will be able to tell you how many calories you should be consuming each day based on your sports performance and weight-related goals. Your FitLab professional will explain how to practically apply the information gained and give you a clear picture of what this data means to you.
During the FitMAP, you will be asked to walk or run (depending on your fitness level) on treadmill for about 10-15 minutes. If you are a cyclist or use another modality of exercise regularly, we will perform your assessment on your cycle or preferred exercise equipment. Throughout the assessment, your FitLab representative will carefully monitor the time, heart rate, and your breathing while gathering data. Your workload will be adjusted upward until you reach your Anaerobic Threshold (AT), the point at which your body quits burning calories from fat as an energy source.
Upon completion of your FitMAP, the FitLab professional will discuss the results of the test and explain how to implement your personalized training or weight loss routine.
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