Yesterday I received my body composition test. Our Gateway to Wellness director, Locke Ettinger, said the Bod Pod is a scientifically accurate way to measure the percent of lean body mass and the percent of fat body mass. This is one test I want to pass by the time we open the program. I got to wear my swimsuit, a cap and didn't eat or drink for two hours before the test. I need to increase muscle strength and lose fat. I'd feel sad, except I kind of already knew going in. The Bod Pod cost $30 for the pretest and will cost $50 for the post-test.
I also had my resting metabolic rate tested for $40. Locke had me breathe through a tube and the machine measured my oxygen, carbon dioxide and heart rate. It took about 15 minutes. The information from this test gives me nutritional and calorie information. Now it's my job to adjust the number of calories I'm eating in order to meet the goals and objectives I want. The machines definitely get the easy jobs, but with the GTW staff help I can do it.
Click this link to watch more about the Bod Pod and meet Locke:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbizj-NOCgc
Click this link to watch more about the Bod Pod and meet Locke:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbizj-NOCgc
Changing our unhealthy behaviors is difficult to say the least. We need to set realistic goals, make them personal and something you like to do. Perhaps you have a goal to do a 5 K or hike the west rim trail in Zion National Park. Or it can be as simple as going for walks or playing with grandkids. Recognize how you feel after you exercise or eat a healthy meal. I have yet for someone to tell me they feel worse after a vigorous walk in the morning. Enjoy the journey. Locke Ettinger (Director Gateway to Wellness)
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