Most of us have wondered what we will look or feel like in ten years’ time. Will we be fitter, stronger, and thriving? Or will we be a little slower, carrying extra weight, struggling with energy, or nursing aches that never quite go away?
The truth is, our bodies are constantly moving towards a future state, shaped by the decisions we make today. Every choice - what we eat, how we move, how we sleep, how we handle stress – is quietly writing the story of our future selves.
The problem is that, unlike finances or careers, health does not come with regular progress reports. You cannot log into an app to see how much muscle you are losing, how your metabolism is trending, or whether your fitness is building you resilience for the long term. That is why so many people are caught off guard when, ten years later, their bodies no longer feel like their own.
At BodyView, we believe there is a better way. With our science-based tests, you do not have to wait a decade to meet “Future You”. You can step into the lab today and get a clear, measurable picture of how your body is ageing, performing, and adapting. Think of it as a time machine that lets you check in on yourself – and then change the course if you do not like what you see.
Why Future You Matters More Than You Think
Health is not just about how you feel today. Many of the most important changes in your body are invisible until it is too late. Bone density, for example, can decline silently for years before the first fracture occurs. Muscle mass tends to decrease from our thirties onwards, but it is only when we lose strength, balance, or independence later in life that we notice the cost.
Cardiovascular fitness is another predictor of future health. A strong VO₂ Max score today has been linked in research to not only longer lifespan, but longer “healthspan” – the years you spend active, mobile, and free from chronic disease.
In other words, by the time symptoms show up, your future has already been written. The key is to measure and act now, while you can still change the outcome.
Meeting Future You Through DEXA
If Future You could send a message back to Present You, it might sound something like this:
“Please take care of my muscle and bone. They are your retirement savings. If you look after them, I will thank you every single day in the years to come.”
A DEXA scan is the gold standard for understanding your body composition: how much fat, lean tissue, and bone mass you carry. Unlike stepping on a scale, which only gives you one number, DEXA breaks it all down into meaningful detail.
- Muscle mass: Are you maintaining the lean tissue you need for strength, mobility, and metabolic health?
- Fat distribution: Are you storing more fat around your organs (visceral fat) than is healthy, or are you in the safer ranges?
- Bone density: Is your skeleton robust enough to protect you from fractures later in life?
- Think of DEXA as your body’s balance sheet. It tells you what resources you currently hold, where you are strong, and where you are at risk. If you are serious about protecting your future self, it is the ultimate starting point.
RMR: The Engine Running Beneath It All
Metabolism is often misunderstood. People talk about it as though it is fast or slow, fixed or broken. The truth is that your resting metabolic rate (RMR) is personal, measurable, and profoundly important for your long-term health.
Your RMR is the number of calories your body burns at rest, just to keep you alive. It powers your brain, organs, and vital processes. For many people, this number makes up the majority of their daily energy use.
If you are under-eating or following extreme diets, your metabolism can adapt by slowing down. This means Future You may struggle to manage weight or energy levels. On the other hand, maintaining muscle mass and fuelling properly can help protect and even raise your metabolic rate, giving you more flexibility and resilience over time.
By measuring your RMR with BodyView, you get a clear picture of your engine’s idle speed. This information can help you fuel correctly, avoid unnecessary restrictions, and protect your metabolism so Future You does not feel permanently stuck in low power mode.
VO₂ Max: Your Body’s Battery Life
If you could only measure one thing to predict your future health, VO₂ Max would be a strong contender. This simple number - the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise – is one of the most powerful predictors of longevity in medical research.
A higher VO₂ Max is linked with:
A lower risk of heart disease
Greater resilience against chronic illness
Better energy and endurance throughout life
A longer healthspan – more years lived in good health
Think of VO₂ Max as your body’s battery life. A weak battery struggles with everyday demands and runs out quickly. A strong battery keeps going longer, handles challenges with ease, and recharges efficiently.
When you test your VO₂ Max at BodyView, you are not just finding out how fit you are today. You are glimpsing the stamina and resilience of Future You. The good news is that VO₂ Max is highly trainable. With the right exercise approach, you can raise your number and add meaningful years to your healthy life.
The Longevity Report: Your Personal Time Machine
While each test gives valuable insights, the real power comes when we connect them. That is what the BodyView Longevity Report does: it integrates your DEXA, RMR, and VO₂ Max results to build a holistic picture of your biological health compared to your chronological age.
Are you younger than your years, physiologically speaking? Or is Future You knocking at the door earlier than expected?
The Longevity Report acts like a letter from the future. It tells you where you are thriving, where you are ageing faster than expected, and where you have the greatest opportunity to make changes. Armed with this knowledge, you can make present-day decisions that rewrite your long-term health trajectory.
Rewriting the Story of Future You
So how do you use this information to change your story? Here are some practical steps:
Build and protect muscle. Resistance training, adequate protein, and balanced nutrition are your best defence against sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Think of muscle as your pension plan for future mobility.
Fuel your metabolism wisely. Extreme calorie restriction might bring short-term weight loss, but it risks slowing your RMR and undermining long-term health. Aim for balance and sustainability.
Train your heart and lungs. Include regular cardiovascular exercise to improve your VO₂ Max. Even small improvements in aerobic fitness have huge pay-offs for healthspan.
Safeguard your skeleton. Weight-bearing exercise and sufficient calcium and vitamin D support bone density, reducing your risk of fractures later in life.
Check in regularly. Just as you would review your finances or career, schedule regular health check-ins. DEXA, RMR, and VO₂ Max testing provide measurable benchmarks to track your progress and keep you accountable.
A Letter from Future You
Imagine opening a letter from yourself ten years in the future. Perhaps it reads something like this:
“Thank you for starting strength training when you did. Because of you, I can carry my shopping, climb the stairs, and play with the grandchildren without pain. Thank you for fuelling properly instead of starving yourself - my energy levels are steady and I feel alive. Thank you for doing the runs, the cycles, and the swims - my heart is strong, and I still love being active. Because you made those choices, I am not just alive. I am living.”
The most powerful thing about meeting Future You today is realising you can still shape the story. You are not at the mercy of fate or genetics. With the right measurements and the right actions, you can invest in a future self you will be proud to meet.
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Why BodyView is Different
Many health services tell you what you already know. You are overweight. You need to eat better. You should exercise more. At BodyView, we do not deal in vague advice. We give you precise, personalised data that cuts through the noise.
With DEXA, we show you exactly what is happening beneath the surface.
With RMR, we take the guesswork out of fuelling your body.
With VO₂ Max, we reveal the true state of your cardiovascular engine.
With the Longevity Report, we tie it all together to help you plan for the long term.
It is science you can act on, today, to change tomorrow.
The Gift of Meeting Yourself
Few experiences are as powerful as seeing the truth about your body, not as you wish it were, but as it really is. Even fewer give you the chance to see how today’s habits are shaping your tomorrow.
At BodyView, we invite you to step into that future. Meet the stronger, healthier version of yourself – or the warning signs you can still address. Either way, the experience is empowering, because you have the power to change.
Your body is writing the story of Future You every single day. The question is: are you ready to take the pen back and start writing the ending you want?