Starting a new year offers the ideal chance to create new objectives and move toward being the best version of yourself. This means for many emphasising health and fitness. Where then, though? You have to know your starting place before diving into a new diet or exercise program. Body scans help you to set a clear benchmark of your present level of health and fitness, therefore guiding you toward success in reaching your objectives.
Let's investigate why getting a body scan as part of your New Year's health plan is a game-changer and the several kinds of scans that will enable you customise your approach to diet and exercise.
Why a Body Scan Is Important
Information is indeed power. Beyond the scale values, a body scan offers comprehensive understanding of your body composition, degree of fitness, and general health. This information lets you:
- Knowing your baseline measurements will help you to develop reasonable and quantifiable goals.
- Track development over time to keep inspired and make sure your efforts are paying off.
- Customise Your Plan: Match your dietary and exercise regimens to your particular requirements.
You will have clear reports to make decisions and maximise your results instead of guessing.
Body Scans to Think About
Different kinds of scans can give insightful information depending on your health and exercise objectives. These are among the most popular choices:
1. Body Composition Scan
A body composition scan provides a detailed breakdown of your body, including:
Fat Mass: The total weight of fat in your body.
Lean Mass: The weight of your muscles, bones, and organs.
Body Fat Percentage: The proportion of your body made up of fat.
If you want to lose weight, build muscles, or maintain a good balance, this scan is especially helpful. Knowing these figures will enable you to modify your diet and workout schedule to properly target particular areas.
2. 3D Body Images
With a 3D body imaging scan, your body is digitally modeled and you can view:
- Your alignment and posture.
- Measurements of important areas including your waist, hips, and chest from a circumference standpoint.
- Visual variations over time.
Those who want to track physical improvements in addition to weight or fat loss and prefer visual feedback may find this scan quite helpful. It's also a fantastic technique to gauge advancement that might not be clear-cut on the scale.
3. FatMax Testing
FatMax tests identifies the exercise intensity your body burns the most fat. If your main objective is either fat loss or increased endurance, this is particularly useful. Knowing your FatMax zone will allow you:
- Maximize your cardio sessions to burn more fat.
- Avoid overtraining or working out at inefficient intensities.
This knowledge will help you to precisely increase the effectiveness of your workouts.
4. Max Testing for VO2
VO2 Max measures your body’s ability to use oxygen during exercise, which is a key indicator of cardiovascular fitness. This test can:
- Support endurance athletes in their performance enhancement.
- Over time, track general increases in fitness.
- Emphasise the places you can challenge yourself.
VO2 Max testing is great if you want to improve your aerobic capacity or train for an event.
Booking Scans: Single or Bundles
Depending on your particular need, you can schedule individual scans or benefit from bundles including several tests for a complete picture. If you want a whole approach to your health and exercise path, bundles are a great choice. They usually guarantee you are covering all facets of your fitness profile and offer cost savings.
Getting Ready for Your Body Scan
To get the most accurate results, it’s essential to prepare properly:
Hydrate: Though you should avoid too much hydration on the day of your scan, drink lots of water the day before.
Food: Steer clear of heavy meals at least two hours before your scan.
Dress Appropriately: Follow facility guidelines or choose light, fitting attire.
If you intend to take follow-up scans, try to do them under same settings (e.g., same time of day, similar hydration levels).
Following your scan, what's next?
Your results will be provided to you on the same day of your scan. Our tester will fully explain your results and what they mean for you. With this new information you can develop a customised plan working with a fitness or health specialist. The information provided to you in your report can help you on your path whether it's modifying your nutritional consumption, refining your exercise program, or creating small fitness challenges.
Make This Year Different
Many begin January with great health and exercise objectives, only to lose momentum by February. Don't let that be you! Investing in a body scan will equip you with a well defined road map for success. You will get the tools and information to keep motivated, make wise decisions, and appreciate quantifiable development.
Schedule your body scan right now to start along the road toward a stronger, more confident you. Whether you decide for a bundle package or single scans, you are committing yourself and your objectives. Allow us to make 2025 your transforming year.