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Metabolic Testing
Merlino Fitness Studio
May 2008
Call Us @ 713-523-2577 To Book Your Test
Whether
you are looking to loose weight or increase peformance, metabolic
testing can help you reach your goals. Our resting metabolic
rate tests rates your metabolism and gives you a gauge of how
many calories per day that you need to maintain or lose weight.
Our VO2 - anaerobic threshold tests let you know your true heart
rate zones to get the most out of your fat burning ability while
you do your cardio workouts. Runners and cyclists can also take
their sport and racing to the next level by getting heart rate
zones to help with realistic heart rate training goals. Check
out the links below for more info about both tests and call
us at 713-523-2577 if you have questions about testing and how
it can benefit your fitness goals.
Save
50% on the entire line of DeFeet sportwear while supplies
last.
Inflatable Fitness Balls
Inflatable
fitness balls and weighted balls from Harbinger and Theraband.
Great for abdominal and core body strengthening.
Weighted
Fitness Balls
A
great alternative to traditional weights, these water-filled
rubber balls are great for training core body.
Clif
Shot Bloks
A
great alternative to power bars and carb gels for runners, cyclists
and endurance athletes. Available in variouos flavors. Some
flavors include caffeine or added sodium. Purchase our Clif
Blok sampler and try 4 of our most popular flavors.
Sugar-Free
Protein
Sport Cookies
A
quick high-protein snack with no sugar. Available in 5 delicious
flavors: chocolate chip, trail mix, banana nut, peanut butter
and lemon.
Harbinger
Big Grip
Workout Gloves
Heavy
duty gloves for the serious lifter. Available in wrist wrap
and non wrist wrap styles.
Ultima
Sports Drink
Sugar-free,
low calorie sports drink with More elecrolytes than Gatorade.
Hydrate well without all of the sugar. Great for long distance
athletes, everyday exercisers, diabetics and children. Available
in 4 great flavors: raspbery, orange, kiwi strawberry and banana
berry.
Weight
Training
Wrist Straps
Increase
wrist support with our wide selection of weight lifting straps
from Harbinger and Grizzly.
Nip
Guards
Abrasion Prevention
For Runners
Protect
from painful nipple abrasion. A must have product for male runners.
Don't run your next long run or race without them.
Run Fast by
Hal Higdon
Whether
you are a beginner road racer or shooting for a new personal
best, this book does a great job of breaking down training schedules
and drills to run smarter and prepare for race day. More
book reviews
Merlino
Fitness Studio
Next Testing Dates: May 2008
Call us at 713.523.2577 to book your test
Do you need to know your
rate of metabolism and your daily caloric
needs in order to lose or gain weight?
With a simple test, which lasts 10-25
minutes,
we can determine
your rate of metabolism and daily caloric
needs. Using the results from your
RMR test, you can determine how many
calories per day you need to lose or
gain weight. This
test is appropriate for all fitness
levels.
How
can I benefit from a Resting Metabolic
Rate (RMR) Test?
Your RMR or resting metabolic rate represents the calories your body uses
to maintain vital body functions (heart rate, brain function, breathing).
In simple terms, it is the number of calories a person would burn if awake,
but at rest, all day without activity or exercise.
The RMR test is a simple test lasting
5-20 minutes which involves breathing
into a disposable mouthpiece while
your oxygen consumption is measured.
The higher your resting metabolic rate,
the more calories you burn. This test
is a great way to measure the effectiveness
of your current nutrition and exercise
program. No more averages or guessing
about how many calories you should
consume.
Your results are immediate
and include the following:
How many calories
you burn at rest.
Rating of your metabolism
as normal, slow, or fast.
Guidelines to assist
you in reaching your goal weight.
Please note that this test requires
a 3 hour fast and avoiding exercise
prior to the test.
For more information on both tests, or to schedule a test, please e-mail
us at info@merlinofitness.com or
call Merlino Fitness at 713.523.2577. Testing fees are $125.00 for anaerobic
threshold/VO2 testing and $65.00 for Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) test.
Save $20.00 and get both tests for $165.00.
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