Exercise Science Lab

Community Services: Assessments and Fitness Testing

Our Exercise Science students are eager to assist you in achieving your health and fitness goals through physical assessments and fitness testing. These assessments provide valuable feedback to help you understand your current fitness level and areas for improvement.

Based on the results of your assessment and fitness tests, an individualized training plan will be developed by one of our Exercise Science students. This plan will be tailored to your specific goals and needs, and you will receive a free personal training session to help you get started on your fitness journey.

 

Price	Assessments	Fitness Tests
$10: Includes all the assessments and Fitness Tests in this row.	Posture/Body Alignment: an assessment of posture to observe muscular imbalances and weaknesses Mobility and Stability Assessment: assessments evaluating range of motion at different joints in the body to determine limitations and areas of muscular weakness Movement Pattern Assessment: Assessment in the 6 basic body movement patterns (squat, single leg movement, hinge, push, pull, rotation)	Cardiorespiratory - 1 mile walk test will be used to assess your cardiorespiratory fitness Grip Strength - a simple "hand squeeze" will be used as an assessment of upper body strength Flexibility -  modified sit and reach will be used as one assessment of flexibility Muscular Endurance - full body plank as one assessment of muscular endurance
$10		Body Composition: non-invasive bioimpedance analysis (best completed in the morning by appointment)  skinfold testing
$50	Resting Metabolic Rate: Requires an early morning appointment and preparation of an overnight fast.  The test takes about 30 minutes to complete.
$50		V02 Submax or Max Testing:  Available for apparently healthy individuals or an individual with a physician clearance.  The test may take 30-60 minutes to complete.

Supporting Student Research and Personal Fitness Goals

Note: All funds raised from these services directly support students in their travel to conferences where they present original research.

Our Exercise Science students are available to assist you in setting realistic and achievable exercise goals. Rest assured, all information shared during the process will be kept confidential. After completing the selected assessments and fitness tests, you can schedule a free personal training session with one of our students. This session will focus on the areas identified during your assessments to help you reach your fitness goals.

Spring Semester Personal Training Opportunity

During the Spring semesters, we offer a month-long personal training opportunity. If you are interested, please contact us to sign up.

Medical Requirements

To ensure your safety, individuals with any cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, or joint issues are required to provide a physician’s release for physical activity before participation. Participation cannot begin without this release.

For questions or assistance with signing up for testing, please contact Kristine Clark at kclark@westernwyoming.edu.