Performance Lab
Resting Metabolic Rate Testing
Unlock your body's unique metabolic blueprint with metabolic testing. We analyse your metabolism, providing a personalised approach to nutrition and fitness. Whether your goal is weight loss or gain, enhancing energy levels, or improving overall health, our metabolic testing will guide you on your path to success.
What it measures, who it's for
Who it's for
- Adults working on body composition
- Athletes optimising fuelling strategy
- Anyone over 40 protecting against metabolic decline
What it helps with
- Knowing your real calorie needs (not a generic formula estimate)
- Fuelling for performance and recovery
- Sustainable weight management
Results that actually change how you train
- Stop guessing your calorie needs
- Eat enough to support training without putting on fat
- Track metabolic changes over time
What happens during your appointment
- Quiet 20–30 min seated test, breathing into a mask
- Fast required: avoid food, exercise and caffeine for 4 hours prior
- Personalised fuelling plan within 48 hours
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Book your test
Most resting metabolic rate testing bookings are available within the week. We work with Aviva, VHI, Laya and Irish Life Health. Sandymount clinic, Dublin 4.