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70 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2016 Metabolic Testing Wondering how to best approach a diet and training program? A Metabolic Exercise Test (MET) measures your body's specific physiological response to exercise. While you work out on your preferred cardio equipment, we'll monitor your oxygen consumption, carbon dioxide production, and heart rate. The data will show how your body uses different fuels at various workloads. You'll also learn the heart rate at which your body burns the most fat and the rate at which your body burns the most calories. Use the information to monitor your heart rate and to burn maximum fat and calories. Combine your MET with an eight-week zone training program to change your physiology, help your body become a better fat-burning machine, and increase your overall physical fitness. Undergo a Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Assessment as well to determine the number of calories per day your body needs to maintain its current self. By measuring oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production, this test determines the percentage of calories you burn as fat versus carbohydrates. When you know your RMR, you can set your daily caloric input (diet) and output (exercise) to the exact caloric number that will allow you to either lose or maintain weight. MET or RMR: $200, MET and RMR: $375, MET, RMR and heart-rate monitor: $475, retest only: $160; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge. For information and registration, contact Eric Chen at echen@wac.net or 206.839.4782. Nutritional Counseling Nutritional counseling works one-on-one with members to address present diet and health concerns. The counseling includes a review of diet and health history followed by suggestions for nutritional changes and interventions that will help you reach your goals. Dietary analysis, food plans, and customized supplement programs are implemented as needed. Information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • wac.net/wellness hands or feet? Vitamin B-12 deficiency can cause all these symptoms. Regular use of heartburn medications, certain anti-diabetics, antibiotics, excessive coffee intake, and vegetarian diets can exacerbate vitamin B-12 deficiency, as can the aging process. Moreover, for anyone taking antidepressants, researchers have found better results when such medications are taken concurrent with vitamin B-12 shots. Vitamin B-12 plays an important role in protecting us from heart disease and supports healthy circulation, immune function, mood regulation, memory, concentration, and mental clarity. B-12 shots are offered through the Wellness Center. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins can be accommodated. Tuesdays: 3–6 pm; $50 initial visit, $25 subsequent visits; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Body Composition Analysis Have your body composition measured with a professional-grade segmental bioimpedance analyzer. The analyzer measures weight, fat mass, lean body mass, body fat percentage, intracellular water, extracellular water, and total body water. You will leave with a results report sheet that details your information. This is a great way to monitor your progress through time. $37; information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net; by appointment; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Diet Diary Analysis Bring awareness to your eating habits and patterns by keeping a food diary. Log what you eat every day and we will analyze your diary to provide detailed feedback on your current habits and recommend healthy changes to keep you on track. We ask that participants provide a detailed, seven-day record of what they ate in a normal week. We can analyze your diary in person or via email within 48 hours. This is a perfect opportunity to get a greater understanding on how simple changes can lead to significant results. $37; information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net; by appointment; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Genetic Screening Live better by knowing more. Our genetic testing will provide you with an individualized DNA-based report that will show how your genetics affect your response to diet, nutrition and exercise. You'll gain insight into how your body processes sugars, fats, nutrients and vitamins. Learn how your genes influence your cravings and eating habits. Muscle potential and exercise responses are also analyzed, allowing us to create a smarter health plan that fits your genetic profile. Put science on your side. Increase energy, improve performance, and live healthier faster by eliminating trial and error. This is a great way to unlock the answers to your optimal health. $300; for information and registration, contact Eric Chen at echen@wac.net or 206.839.4782. Injury Screening Do you have a persistent ache or pain? Have you recently injured yourself? Are you wondering whether you should see a health care professional? Now is the perfect time to set up an appointment for an evaluation by a licensed physical therapist. Screening may include recommendations for home treatment or specific activities at the Club. Mondays: 12–1 pm; complimentary; 15-minute appointments Manage Your High Cholesterol Meet with WAC Nutritionist Eric Chen to discuss what healthy dietary strategies you can implement to lower your cholesterol. Find out how you can keep your cholesterol in a healthy range through diet and supplementation. You will learn a lifestyle-friendly, heart- healthy way to eat that won't leave you feeling deprived. Includes a thorough nutritional evaluation, food and snack ideas, a grocery list, evaluation of contributing factors, and coaching for three sessions. $252; information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge