For athletes or active individuals looking to identify performance-limiting factors and seeking guidance on the specific training needed to improve results in their sport or activity.

Along with a tailored training plan, testing also provides individualised nutrition recommendations to ensure that the body is properly fuelled for optimal performance.

Active Metabolic Rate (AMR) Test:

The test involves wearing a PNOĒ device and a breathing mask that comfortably fits over your nose and mouth.

Test is carried out on a stationary bike. 9-15 minute Active Metabolic Rate - AMR comprising a 3-minute warm-up, a 4–10 minute exercise phase where intensity is progressively increased every minute depending on your fitness level followed by a 2-minute active recovery.

This test will offer a review of results and breath-by-breath analysis of how efficiently your body absorbs oxygen during exercise.

Before your AMR test, please note the following important guidelines:

• Fast except from plain water for at least 3 hours prior to testing.

• No caffeine, tobacco or stimulating drinks for at least 3 hours prior to testing.

• Avoid intense exercise or any exercise of more than 1 hour 24h prior to testing.

• The test can be conducted any time of the day, however the retest should be conducted the same time of the day as the initial assessment.

• Continue medications as usual.

• Arrive at least 15 min prior to the test so you can be relaxed before the test.

• Failure to follow these guidelines may lead to inaccurate results.

• Sports shoes and exercise attire is required for the test.