VO2 max, or maximal oxygen uptake, is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen an individual can utilize during intense exercise. It’s a key indicator of a person’s aerobic fitness level. VO2 max is expressed in milliliters of oxygen used in one minute per kilogram of body weight (ml/kg/min).
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) testing measures the amount of energy (calories) your body burns at rest, meaning when you are not performing any physical activity. This is the energy required to sustain essential physiological functions such as breathing, circulating blood, adjusting hormone levels, and growing and repairing cells. RMR typically represents the majority of a person’s total daily energy expenditure and is influenced by factors like age, sex, weight, muscle mass, and body composition.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a method for regularly tracking blood glucose levels in real-time throughout the day and night. Typically used by individuals with diabetes, CGM employs a small sensor, usually inserted under the skin, which measures glucose levels in interstitial fluid. These measurements are then transmitted to a device or an app, allowing users to observe their glucose levels without multiple daily fingersticks.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a method for regularly tracking blood glucose levels in real-time throughout the day and night. Typically used by individuals with diabetes, CGM employs a small sensor, usually inserted under the skin, which measures glucose levels in interstitial fluid. These measurements are then transmitted to a device or an app, allowing users to observe their glucose levels without multiple daily fingersticks.
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) represents the variation in time between successive heartbeats, and it is considered a key indicator of the body’s resilience and adaptability, reflecting the activity of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS is divided into two branches: the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), which prepares the body for the ‘fight or flight’ response, and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS), which is responsible for ‘rest and digest’ activities.
