How to Prepare for Your DexaFit Tests

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DexaFit Body Scan

  1. Limit activity before your scan (no exercise please!)

  2. Do NOT come in dehydrated

  3. Please fast for at least two hours prior to your scan

  4. Please wear workout clothes without any metal

  5. You will be asked to empty your pockets and remove any significant amounts of metal (watch, belt, glasses, jewelry, etc.)

  6. Small buttons or zippers that cannot be removed from clothing are fine

  7. Please wear socks!

  8. Do not have any gastrointestinal contrast, barium or other contrast medium, or radionuclides within 48 hours of your appointment.

  9. If you’re also performing the 3D Body Scan this visit, please remember to wear compression shorts or tight boxers (guys) or tight leggings and a sports bra (ladies).

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VO2 Max Fitness Test

  1. You must fast a minimum of three hours before your test (only drink water)

  2. Limit your activity before your visit (no exercise!)

  3. Refrain from taking any caffeine or stimulants the day of your test

  4. Wear (or bring) workout clothes and athletic shoes

  5. This test is done on a treadmill or bike (10-15 minutes at the most)

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RMR Metabolism Test

  1. You must FAST for a minimum of five hours (only drink water)

  2. Limit your activity beforehand (no exercise)

  3. Refrain from taking any caffeine or stimulants the day of your test and avoid alcohol within 12 hours of it

  4. Wear comfortable clothing. If you're scheduled for a VO2 test, you will need workout shoes and clothes

  5. Workout, casual, or even business clothes are all acceptable, as you will just be relaxing in a chair

Red Light Therapy

  1. Drink plenty of water before and after your session to help support cellular function and enhance the body's response to treatment.

  2. Avoid excessive makeup and don't apply any oils, lotions or moisturizers to your skin within an hour before your appointment as these can prevent the light from penetrating.

  3. You will be relaxing and laying flat on a massage table for up to 20min. There is a sweet spot for treatment with red light. The maximum amount of time you should expose your body to this concentrated red light is 15-20 minutes a day. MORE IS NOT BETTER!

  4. Wear comfortable light clothing such as shorts, tank-top, sports bra or bathing suit for your session. You will not be fully undressing for this service. Please bring your own eye protection if desired.