Why complete the Evolve Integrated Health Fitness & Health Assessment?
We have created this assessment based on a few factors:
-15 years of experience in the fitness industry and training over 10,000 individuals
-The lack of tracking of data related to your overall progress that a typical gym is able to offer
Many people only associate their success based on what happens with the number on the scale. If the number doesn’t change to their liking, you think the program isn’t working. In reality, if you are regularly exercising, eating more nutrient dense foods, and working on your sleep and your stress management then you are adding not only years to your life….but quality years.
The problem with most fitness and health programs is that you aren’t able to monitor much more than the number on the scale. With our assessment, we will be able to give you your current measures on many more data points and help you with a plan to make massive progress toward your goals and ensure that the rest of your life is the best of your life.
What Does The Assessment Measure?
Here is an outline of what we will be measuring. We recommend a quarterly test for those just beginning their journey and an annual test for more intermediate and advanced friends (though you may want to test your weaknesses quarterly)
Test: Blood Pressure
How: A non invasive blood pressure machine test with a cuff around your arm
Why: Having a healthy blood pressure is a key indicator for a reduced risk of heart disease
Extra Learning: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/symptoms-causes/syc-20373410
Test: Power
How: Max RPMs on the assault bike
Why: Improving and maintaining your power helps you improve your functional capacity and maintain your independence as you age
Extra Learning: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1402378/
Test: Vo2 Max
How: A 12 minute walk or run treadmill test (you can choose)
Why: Having an excellent Vo2 max score relates to a 5 fold reduction in all cause mortality (dying of any cause).
Extra Learning: https://peterattiamd.com/category/exercise/vo2-max/
Test: Inbody 570 Test
How: A simple test on a non invasive scale that measures your bodyfat % along with how much muscle and fat you have
Why: A healthy body fat percentage can reduce risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and some cancers. More muscle means a high metabolism, more energy, higher quality of life and ability to perform daily tasks you need to do and want to do.
Extra Learning: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/uruczkqipz4
Test: Mobility
How: A series of mobility and flexibility tests
Why: Mobility is important because it affects your ability to move freely throughout your daily activities without pain and strain.
Extra Learning: https://sites.psu.edu/kinescfw/health-education/exercise-articles/the-importance-of-flexibility-and-mobility/
Test: Grip Strength
How: Dynamometer test and a farmers carry test
Why: A stronger grip slows down the aging process and reduces your risk of chronic disease.
Extra Learning: https://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20230801/grip-strength-crucial-vital-sign-your-doc-has-never-taken
Test: Strength
How: A series of strength exercises using dumbbells and your bodyweight
Why: You lose muscle and bone gradually as you age. Strength training helps combat this and also helps improve your balance, manage your bodyweight, improve cognition and reduce injury risk. Bring strong is a critical part of aging and continuing to do all the things you love
Extra Learning: https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age
Test: Balance
How: A series of balance exercises using your bodyweight
Why: Improving your balance will reduce your fall risk, improve your performance and reduce your fall risk
Extra Learning: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/falls-and-fractures-older-adults-causes-and-prevention
Test: Sleep
How: Questionnaire
Why: Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health. Not getting enough quality sleep regularly raises the risk of many diseases and disorders. These range from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia
Extra Learning: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/sleep/why-sleep-important
Test: Stress
How: Questionnaire
Why: Preventing and managing long-term stress can lower your risk for other conditions — like heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and depression
When booking online choose “Health & Fitness Assessment 90 min" from any Chiropractor, Physiotherapist or Athletic Therapist.
Fun fact: Be sure to check with your insruance company as some plans may cover a portion of this assesment for you!
