The Baseline to Better Health
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We believe a DEXA scan is the baseline to better health — and that everyone aged 18–80 should track their body composition, bone strength, metabolism, and fitness over time. Enter your location below to find a trusted provider near you.
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The Gold Standard
The DEXA Scan
A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is a quick, painless whole-body scan that uses science-backed technology to measure body fat, lean muscle, and bone health with exceptional precision. It's the gold standard for both body composition and bone-density testing.
DEXA Body Composition Scan
The most accurate breakdown of your body — total body fat percentage, visceral fat, muscle mass, and how it's distributed. Athletes, dieters, and anyone optimizing their health use it to set a baseline and objectively measure progress. The scan takes about 7 minutes lying flat on the scanning bed.
Your results include:
- Total body fat mass & body fat percentage
- Total body lean muscle mass
- Total body bone mass & bone mineral density
- Muscle & fat in each arm, each leg, and your trunk
- Central (visceral) abdominal fat measurement
DEXA Bone Densitometry (BMD)
A bone-density test measures how strong your bones are. It's the established standard for identifying osteopenia and osteoporosis and estimating fracture risk, usually performed on the spine, hips, or forearm. Talk to your doctor about eligibility before scheduling.
Understanding your scores:
Three critical health markers
Beyond fat, muscle, and bone, a DEXA scan surfaces risk indicators associated with conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and osteoporosis — giving you and your provider data to act on early. Always review results with a healthcare professional.
Cardiorespiratory Fitness
VO2 Max Testing
VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise — the single best measure of cardiorespiratory fitness, and one of the most powerful predictors of longevity available.
How fit your heart, lungs & muscles are
During a VO2 max test you exercise on a treadmill or bike at increasing intensity while wearing a mask that measures the oxygen you breathe in and the carbon dioxide you breathe out. The result is the clearest picture of your aerobic engine — and a benchmark you can improve.
A top predictor of how well you'll age
Higher cardiorespiratory fitness is consistently linked to longer, healthier life. Unlike your age, VO2 max is trainable at any stage — which makes it one of the most motivating numbers to measure, track, and improve over time.
Your Metabolism
RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate) Testing
Your RMR is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest just to keep you alive. Knowing it takes the guesswork out of nutrition, weight management, and performance.
Your true daily calorie baseline
An RMR test is simple and non-invasive: you relax and breathe normally into a device for about 10–15 minutes while it measures your oxygen consumption. From that, it calculates exactly how many calories you burn at rest — your metabolic starting point.
Nutrition built on your numbers, not averages
Generic calorie calculators are estimates. A measured RMR lets you (and your provider or coach) set precise targets for fat loss, muscle gain, or maintenance. It's especially valuable for dieters, athletes, and anyone on a GLP-1 who wants to protect muscle while losing fat.
Know Your Numbers
Which test is right for you?
Most people benefit from more than one. Together, these three give you the complete picture of body, bones, metabolism, and fitness.
| Test | What it measures | Best for | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEXA — Body Composition | Fat, lean muscle, visceral fat, and distribution | Tracking fat loss & muscle, athletes, GLP-1 users | ~7 min |
| DEXA — Bone Density | Bone mineral density & fracture risk | Bone health, osteopenia/osteoporosis screening | 10–20 min |
| VO2 Max | Cardiorespiratory fitness & aerobic capacity | Longevity, endurance, overall fitness | 15–30 min |
| RMR | Calories burned at rest (metabolism) | Personalized nutrition & weight goals | 10–15 min |
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a DEXA scan near me?
Use the locator near the top of this page — enter your city or ZIP code to see the closest DEXA, VO2 max, and RMR providers in our national network, then book directly with the location.
What does a DEXA scan measure?
A DEXA body-composition scan measures your total and regional body fat, lean muscle mass, visceral fat, and bone mass. A DEXA bone-density scan measures bone mineral density to assess osteopenia, osteoporosis, and fracture risk. It's widely considered the gold standard for both.
How should I prepare for my scan?
Do not take calcium supplements for at least 24 hours before your exam, and avoid clothing with metal zippers, hooks, or hardware. For bone-density testing, talk to your doctor about your eligibility first.
What is VO2 max and why does it matter?
VO2 max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise — the leading measure of cardiorespiratory fitness and one of the strongest predictors of longevity. Because it's trainable at any age, it's one of the most actionable numbers you can track.
What is RMR testing?
RMR (resting metabolic rate) testing measures how many calories your body burns at rest. You breathe into a device for about 10–15 minutes, and the result gives you a precise calorie baseline for nutrition and weight goals — far more accurate than online estimates.
How often should I get tested?
Many people start with a baseline and then repeat once or twice a year to track progress. Ask your provider what cadence fits your goals — this is especially useful after 40 or when making changes to training, nutrition, or medication.
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Between scans, know your numbers at home
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