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Unlock Your Full Potential and Maximise Longevity: Achieve Vitality
The Importance of Comprehensive Assessment
- Full Blood Panel: A comprehensive blood analysis provides valuable insights into your hormone levels, nutrient status, and potential underlying health concerns.
- VO2 Max Testing: This test measures your body’s ability to utilise oxygen during exercise, which is a key indicator of cardiovascular fitness and endurance.
- Strength Testing: Assessing your muscular strength and endurance is crucial for understanding your physical capabilities and identifying areas for improvement.
- Movement Screening: Our experienced physiotherapists conduct a thorough evaluation of your movement patterns, identifying any imbalances or limitations that may hinder your performance or increase the risk of injury.
- Physical Evaluation: A comprehensive physical examination by our specialists allows us to identify any underlying health concerns or functional limitations that may impact your overall well-being.
What’s important
The Power of Hormones, VO2 Max, and Nutrition
Hormones are essential for controlling functions like metabolism, energy levels and overall well being. The importance of understanding and enhancing hormone function for achieving peak vitality is emphasised in The Huderman Lab podcast and Peter Attias The Drive podcast.
Studies indicate that imbalances in hormones such as testosterone, cortisol and insulin can lead to health issues, including loss of muscle mass, weight gain, decreased energy levels and a higher risk of conditions like diabetes and heart disease (Bhasin et al., 2010; Anagnostis et al., 2009).
Furthermore your VO2 max level, a measure of how your body uses oxygen during exercise, is a factor in assessing cardiovascular fitness and overall health. Research shows that individuals with a higher VO2 max level are less likely to develop diseases like heart disease, stroke or certain cancers (Kodama et al., 2009; Lee et al., 2011).
Maintaining proper nutrition is key to supporting hormone balance, optimising VO2 max performance and enhancing vitality. Our group of nutrition experts will collaborate with you to create a customised meal schedule that suits your requirements and aspirations -guaranteeing that you get the mix of nutrients to energise your body and aid in your pursuit of peak wellness.
The Importance of Lean Muscle Mass and Strength
Keeping up an adequate amount of muscle mass and strength is crucial for overall wellbeing and energy. Lean muscle mass not boosts strength and stamina but also plays a vital role in metabolism and disease prevention.
Studies have indicated that individuals with higher levels of lean levels of muscle mass are less likely to develop metabolic conditions, like type 2 diabetes and obesity (Srikanthan & Karlamangla 2011; Wolfe, 2006). Furthermore, maintaining strength and muscle mass as we grow older can help prevent age related muscle loss (sarcopenia) and lower the risk of falls and fractures (Daly et al., 2014).
To enhance your strength and muscle growth our team of fitness experts will create a gym program designed specifically for your needs and objectives. Whether you aim to increase muscle mass, boost strength or enhance functional movement, our professionals will lead you through a safe and efficient training routine.
Tailored Plans for Optimal Vitality
After conducting a comprehensive assessment, our team of experts, including nutritional therapists and strength and conditioning specialists, will develop a personalised plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. This plan may include:
- Nutritional guidance and meal planning
- Customised exercise programs (gym-based strength training and cardiovascular conditioning)
- Lifestyle modifications
- Stress management techniques
- Targeted supplementation (if necessary)
Our approach is holistic, addressing not only physical aspects but also mental and emotional well-being, as these factors are interconnected and essential for achieving true vitality.
The Negative Impacts of Low Test Scores
Failing to address low test scores in areas such as hormone function, VO2 max, lean muscle mass, and nutrition can have significant negative impacts on your health and overall quality of life. Some of the possible consequences include:
- Increased risk of chronic diseases (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, cancer)
- Decreased energy levels and fatigue
- Reduced physical performance and endurance
- Increased risk of injuries
- Impaired mental health and cognitive function
- Decreased quality of life and overall well-being
The Profound Benefits of Optimization
On the other hand, by optimising these key areas through our comprehensive Achieve Vitality program, you can experience a wide range of profound benefits, including:
- Improved cardiovascular health and reduced risk of chronic diseases
- Increased energy levels and vitality
- Enhanced physical performance and endurance
- Improved body composition and metabolism
- Stronger bones and reduced risk of age-related muscle loss
- Better mental clarity and cognitive function
- Improved overall quality of life and well-being
By investing in your health and vitality, you are not only improving your physical well-being but also enhancing your mental and emotional state, allowing you to live life to the fullest.
Take the first step towards unlocking your full potential and achieving true vitality. Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive assessment and embark on a transformative journey towards optimal health and wellness.
Want to dive further into the evidence??
V02 Max:
VO2max and All-Cause Mortality:
- A study of 579 middle-aged men found that for every 1 ml/kg/min higher VO2max, there was a 9% lower risk of all-cause mortality over 11 years of follow-up.
- In the Cooper Center Longitudinal Study, low fitness (bottom 20% for VO2max) was associated with substantially higher risk of all-cause mortality in men (8.5x) and women (4.5x) compared to the top 40% of fitness levels.
- Each 1 MET (3.5 ml/kg/min) higher level of cardiorespiratory fitness was associated with 8% lower all-cause mortality risk in the UK Biobank study, after adjusting for confounders.
VO2max and Cardiovascular Disease:
- Low VO2max (<5 METs) is considered a cardiovascular disease risk factor, with higher VO2max levels associated with lower cardiovascular and coronary heart disease risk.[
- The Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study found that for every 1-MET higher level of fitness, there was a 15% lower risk of cardiovascular disease events in men and women.
- A meta-analysis concluded that higher VO2max was associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease events and mortality, independent of BMI.
VO2max and Cancer:
- Higher VO2max has been linked to a lower risk of certain cancers like lung, breast, and colon cancer in several prospective studies.
- A pooled analysis found that every 5 ml/kg/min higher VO2max was associated with a 8-14% lower risk of cancer mortality.
Citations:
- https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4362&context=ijesab
- https://www.peregrune.com/blogs/peregruneblog/b-why-vo2-max-and-strength-training-are-key-to-longevity-and-health-b
- https://ijor.co.uk/ijor/article/view/3628
- https://www.scielo.br/j/rbme/a/5N8pZ5NhbtbFBQh8v6Kf5NL/?format=pdf&lang=en
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9320190/
Lean Muscle Mass:
- A study of over 14,000 adults found that higher levels of lean mass were associated with lower risks of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, independent of aerobic fitness levels.
- Research shows that age-related loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) is linked to increased risk of falls, fractures, physical disability, and mortality in older adults
- Higher amounts of lean mass are associated with better insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism, reducing risk of type 2 diabetes
- Maintaining lean mass as you age helps preserve resting metabolic rate and can aid in weight management.
Muscular Strength:
- Low muscle strength, as measured by grip strength, has been associated with increased risk of mortality, cardiovascular disease, and mobility limitations in several large studies.
- Greater muscular strength is linked to better functional capacity and ability to perform activities of daily living, especially in older adults.
- Resistance training to improve muscular strength can help prevent age-related loss of bone mineral density and reduce osteoporosis risk.
- Higher levels of muscular fitness are associated with more favourable body composition and cardiometabolic health markers like blood pressure and lipid profiles.
Citations:
- https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/20503121231214650?icid=int.sj-full-text.similar-articles.5
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2468867319300513
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7582410/
- https://www.healthline.com/health/fitness/benefits-of-strength-training
- https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/strength-training-time-benefits/
