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1651 Commerce Dr., Suite #200 North Mankato, MN 56003

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How to prepare for your visit

DexaFit Body Scan

  1. You must FAST for at least 2 hours prior to your scan.

  2. Limit physical activity (no exercise, please!) & STAY WELL HYDRATED.

  3. Wear athletic attire or casual clothing without any metal buttons, snaps, zippers or bra clasps. Also refrain from any clothing or undergarments that contain metallic imprinting inks/threads.

  4. You’ll be asked to empty your pockets and remove metal items like watches, belts, glasses, and jewelry.

  5. Avoid taking any calcium supplements in the 24 hours prior to the scan.

  6. No gastrointestinal contrast, barium or other contrast mediums and radionuclides within 48 hours of your appointment.

  7. During the scan you will relax on an open-air DEXA scan table. The process is quick and uses minimal radiation, equivalent to about four bananas worth of exposure, or a few hours of natural background radiation. The DexaFit scan is a straightforward, non-invasive procedure designed for your comfort and convenience, providing valuable insights into your body composition.

VO2 Max Fitness Test

  1. You must FAST for at least 3 hours prior to the test; no food or beverages other than water.

  2. Avoid exercise or any other vigorous activity for at least 12 hours prior to testing.

  3. Refrain from caffeine, tobacco or taking any supplements or stimulants (other than prescribed medications) on the day of your test.

  4. Avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to testing.

  5. Wear workout clothes and athletic shoes (the test is done on a treadmill).

  6. During a VO2 Max test, you'll perform a graded exercise test on a treadmill, starting at low intensity and gradually increasing to your maximum effort. You'll be fitted with a mask that measures your oxygen consumption and CO2 output, providing data on your aerobic capacity. The test is designed to safely determine your fitness level under careful monitoring.

RMR Metabolic Test

  1. You must FAST for at least 5 hours prior to the test; no food or beverages other than water. Note: It is important that you stay well hydrated with room temp water prior to your test.

  2. Avoid exercise, stressful situations and vigorous activity for at least 12 hours prior to testing.

  3. Refrain from caffeine, tobacco or taking any supplements or stimulants (other than prescribed medications) on the day of your test.

  4. Avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to testing.

  5. Wear comfortable clothing. Note: casual and even business attire are also acceptable for this test as you will just be relaxing in a chair.

  6. Your RMR accounts for about 70% of your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). Knowing it is essential for accurately gauging your daily calorie needs. This information is critical whether you're aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain your current state. It's the foundational number on which your nutrition and fitness plans should be built.

Red Light Therapy

  1. Drink plenty of water before and after your session to help support cellular function and enhance the body's response to treatment.

  2. Avoid excessive makeup and don't apply any oils, lotions or moisturizers to your skin within an hour before your appointment as these can prevent the light from penetrating.

  3. You will be relaxing and laying flat on a massage table for up to 20min. There is a sweet spot for treatment with red light. The maximum amount of time you should expose your body to this concentrated red light is 15-20 minutes a day. MORE IS NOT BETTER!

  4. Wear comfortable light clothing such as shorts, tank-top, sports bra or bathing suit for your session. You will not be fully undressing for this service. Please bring your own eye protection if desired.