Assessments

Before you begin a well-being program with us a comprehensive assessment must be completed. The assessment is essential; not only will it help us prescribe the most effective program to meet your goals but also it will ensure your well being and safety. Each assessment takes just over an hour and you’re provided with a written report. On some occasions we may ask you to obtain a medical clearance from your doctor before we begin your well-being program.

The report we provide you will set benchmarks for you to work towards, such as a simple strength test – i.e. you start with 10 modified push-ups, and then in six weeks we double the amount. After 6-8 weeks we will come back to the assessment/s to gauge improvements or make adjustments. Reviewing of programs is ongoing.

Fitness – we cover SMART goal setting, pre-screen (medical conditions, injuries, limitations and exercise history), body weight and composition, blood pressure, strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness tests and recommended heart rate training zones. Please note: Due to the physical condition of some people we adjust the testing or measuring to best suit your individual needs. This fitness assessment then allows us to provide you with a customized workout programme.

Nutritional – we look at your nutritional goals, special conditions, eating history and preferences, food knowledge, exercise, recommendations and then provide you with a customized suggested eating plan to fit your current lifestyle.

Well-being – lifestyle goals, a week recall, life balance review, special conditions, stress zones, recommendations and suggested life well-being plan.

Postural – feet and ankles, knees, buttock, pelvic rim, back, spine, scapulae, shoulders, arms and head. Checking alignment, flexibility and muscle balance (Assessed by an approved physiotherapist).

Core – an ultrasound machine is used to see whether you are able to engage the core muscles. Time is spent during this assessment learning how to engage the core correctly (Assessed by an approved physiotherapist).