Body Composition Analysis

At Revive Wellness, we prefer to use body composition instead of relying only on height and weight (or body mass index) for our assessments. Body composition analysis is helpful in tracking the distribution and change in muscle mass versus body fat on your body. These components are important as they are more strongly related to long-term health outcomes and functionality.

We assess body composition using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). BIA uses a low-grade electrical current sent through your body to measure your body composition. This provides data on how much muscle and fat mass your body has, which can be used to refine any nutrition or exercise program you may be working on. A results sheet containing your body composition analysis data will be provided for you to take away for your records.

Upon request, one of our dietitians can review your body composition results with you, explain how the results are interpreted, and discuss how you can use this information to support your goals.

Please note: for clients under the age of 16, an Initial Nutrition Assessment must be completed before doing a body composition analysis. If this applies to you, we encourage you to book a Discovery Call with one of our dietitians to discuss this more.

Pricing

• Body Composition Analysis test only (10-minute appointment): $65*
• Body Composition Analysis with Dietitian Review (25-minute appointment): $128

*When purchased as an add-on to a package: $50

Disclaimer:

Body composition analysis using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is not recommended in the following conditions:

• People with implanted electric medical devices such as pacemakers
• People who are pregnant

Body Composition Analysis Protocol

For the most accurate results of your body composition analysis, here’s a list of what you need to do beforehand. This protocol will also be sent to you via our online client portal prior to your appointment.
24 hours prior

• Refrain from strenuous exercise.

12 hours prior

• Refrain from eating (TIP: bring food to the appointment so you can eat right after).
• Refrain from any caffeinated or alcoholic beverage.

3-4 hours prior

• Refrain from drinking large amounts of liquid; however, you may have a few sips of water if you’d like.

Additionally

• Arrive in a fasted state
• Please wear light clothing
• Do not arrive with wet hair
• Remove all metals
• Use the restroom before arriving at the Revive Wellness office
• Stand still for 5 minutes right before the test

Female clients: please ensure that your body composition analysis is booked at a time you are not menstruating as the retention of fluids can compromise the accuracy of the test.