Resting Metabolic Rate Test

Master your metabolism.

The benefits

Achieve weight loss that lasts

RMR reveals how many calories you burn at rest, enabling you to create a targeted diet and exercise plan to achieve your weight goals for good.

Take control of your metabolism

Metabolism slows with age, which means your daily calorie burn changes. Regular RMR testing can help you get ahead of metabolic slow-down.

Prevent metabolic disorders

A higher RMR may signal a risk of metabolic disorders. Monitoring it helps you detect early signs and make lifestyle changes to support a healthy metabolism

Achieving your goal weight starts with mastering your metabolism.

A Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) test decodes the mystery of your metabolism, determining exactly how many calories your body burns at rest. Use this essential rate to build a more personalized diet and exercise plan for more sustainable weight management.

The RMR experience

Effective metabolism management comes down to efficiency and precision.

In just 30 minutes, your RMR test eliminates the guesswork around diet and exercise, giving you an accurate look at how your body uses energy.

Step 1 Prepare

You’ll receive preparation guidelines from our team prior to your test, including fasting recommendations.

Step 2 Test

Your test may last up to 30 minutes, during which you will sit still while wearing a specialized mask that measures oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production to calculate your energy expenditure.

Step 3 Review

After your test, our clinical team review your results and answer your questions.

Step 4 Refine

Use your RMR results to effectively track your progress and make informed changes to your diet and exercise plans.

Step 1 Prepare

You’ll receive preparation guidelines from our team prior to your test, including fasting recommendations.

Step 2 Test

Step 3 Review

After your test, our clinical team review your results and answer your questions.

Step 4 Refine

Use your RMR results to effectively track your progress and make informed changes to your diet and exercise plans.

Common questions

When can I expect my results?

Our team will walk you through your data following your test.

How often should I test my RMR?

We recommend testing your RMR every six months, especially if you are attempting lifestyle changes.

Is a RMR test more accurate than a wearable?

Most wearable calorie trackers estimate burn based on algorithms and data that analyze factors like steps taken. These devices may offer a strong approximation, but they are not always precise. An RMR test directly measures your oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production to determine your caloric expenditure at rest. Plus, RMR tests are conducted in controlled environments, which also contributes to accuracy.

How should I prepare for my RMR test?

Before your test, fast for 6 hours (including caffeine), avoid intense exercise for 12 hours, and refrain from nicotine and alcohol. Remember to wear comfortable athletic clothing and running sneakers.

Does RMR change with age?

Studies indicate the RMR may decline with age. This decline may be attributed to a few factors. First, decreases in muscle mass may alter the metabolic rates of organs and tissues. Second, the presence of chronic disease may accelerate a change in RMR.

Will my insurance cover the cost of the RMR test?

RMR is self-pay only and not covered by insurance.

Complete your health baseline

Build a strong foundation for your long-term health with a package that covers your cardiovascular, metabolic and musculoskeletal health, as well as your aging biomarkers.

Our Comprehensive Diagnostic Package includes the following:

comprehensive diagnostic package

Build a strong foundation for your long-term health with a package that covers your cardiovascular, metabolic and musculo-skeletal health, and your aging biomarkers.

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