The Science of Fitness Podcast

Inside MeasureUp: Understanding the Real Metrics of Longevity


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Joined by Nicole Gibson from MeasureUp, we unpack how precise testing of DEXA, VO2 max, and resting metabolic rate, turns longevity from a buzzword into an actionable plan. Nicole shares why early measurement prevents fractures, guides smart training, and keeps you accountable without fear of numbers.

• What MeasureUp tests and why it matters?
• the Bone Bus and population bone density screening
• hip fracture risk, costs, and prevention levers
• strength training as the foundation for bone health
• how to read DEXA beyond scale weight
• using symmetry data to fix gait and injuries
• resting metabolic rate and fuelling for adaptation
• VO2 max for health, not just athletes
• choosing reliable labs and repeatable protocols
• baselines, retesting, and building a plan

Book at measureup.com.au


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