Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Testing
What Is RMR?
Your Resting Metabolic Rate is the number of calories your body burns at rest to run vital functions (breathing, circulation, cell repair). Knowing your true RMR removes guesswork so nutrition and training plans match your physiology.
Why RMR Matters
- Sets accurate calorie targets for fat loss, maintenance, or lean gain.
- Identifies under- or over-eating by revealing a slower or faster metabolism.
- Guides macro planning (protein, carbs, fats) and fueling timing.
- Tracks change over time as training, body comp, or health status shift.
How We Measure RMR
- Conducted with indirect calorimetry (clinical gold standard).
- You recline comfortably while a hood or mouthpiece measures O₂ consumption and CO₂ production.
- Calculates RMR (kcal/day) and Respiratory Quotient (RQ)—your current fuel mix from fat vs. carbohydrate.
- Non-invasive, quiet, and complete in 10–20 minutes.
How It Works
- Prepare: Arrive rested; no strenuous exercise for 12–24 hours, no food for 4–6 hours (water ok), and avoid caffeine/nicotine for 4–6 hours.
- Test: Breathe normally while relaxing for 10–20 minutes.
- Review: Leave with your calorie baseline, personalized ranges for loss/maintenance/gain, suggested macro targets, and follow-up guidance. Retesting every 8–12 weeks is ideal as body composition or training changes.
Fuel Smarter. Perform Better.
Schedule your RMR test to discover your unique energy needs and build a personalized nutrition strategy.
