Trying to figure out how much to eat?

It doesn’t have to be confusing.

Most athletes guess their calorie needs or copy what someone else is doing. The problem is, your metabolism is unique. Guesswork often leads to overeating, undereating, low energy, or stubborn weight that just won’t shift.

An RMR test gives you the clarity you need to fuel properly, so you can train better, recover faster, and feel good doing it.

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« Before you test

You’re making do with estimates. Maybe you’ve used an online calculator, or you’re tracking calories and hoping you’ve got it right. But you don’t know for sure how much energy your body burns at rest, or how to fuel your training and daily life without overdoing it.

After you test »

You know your exact Resting Metabolic Rate — the baseline calories your body burns each day. You’ll understand how to use this number to guide your nutrition and training, whether your goal is performance, weight management, or simply better health.

How it works

An RMR test measures how much oxygen you consume and carbon dioxide you produce while resting.

  • You’ll come in fasted and rested.
  • We’ll fit you with a breathing mask and ask you to relax in a reclined position.
  • Over 15–20 minutes, the analyser measures your gas exchange and calculates your daily energy needs.

It’s simple, non-invasive, and gives you highly accurate data that no online calculator can match.

Duration & pricing

$149
45 minutes, including consultation
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Here’s how we use the results

With your RMR, we can:

  • Estimate your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) by factoring in activity levels.
  • Build a personalised fuelling strategy to match your training and recovery needs.
  • Help you manage body composition by creating the right balance of intake and expenditure.
  • Teach you how to adjust nutrition over time as training loads and goals change.

The result: less guesswork, more energy, and a healthier relationship with food.

FAQ

What is RMR?

Your Resting Metabolic Rate is the number of calories your body burns at rest just to keep you alive — breathing, circulating blood, repairing cells, and so on.

Why should I get an RMR test?

Because fuelling isn’t one-size-fits-all. Knowing your RMR helps you eat the right amount to support your training, recovery, and health without the constant second-guessing.

How do I prepare for the test?

Arrive well-rested, in a fasted state (no food, caffeine, or exercise for at least 4 hours). This ensures the most accurate results.

What’s the difference between an RMR test and a VO₂max or lactate test?

RMR testing measures your metabolism at rest, while VO₂max and lactate testing measure your performance and thresholds during exercise. Think of RMR as your baseline nutrition data, and VO₂max/lactate as your performance training data — together, they give a complete picture.

Who is RMR testing for?

Athletes who want to fuel better, anyone working on body composition goals, or people who just want to understand their metabolism and energy needs more clearly.