What is a BMR test?

Resting metabolic rate testing shows how many calories your body burns at rest, giving you the data you need to plan a weight loss, weight gain, or weight maintenance plan designed to succeed. We will measure the calories your body needs to sustain function while at rest.

What is the purpose of BMR?

BMR estimates the minimum calories a person needs in order to sustain their basic life functions during a state of rest. A person can only receive an accurate BMR estimate in a well-controlled clinical setting. RMR also estimates how many calories a person burns at rest.

What is normal BMR?

Normal BMR ranges from negative 15% to positive 5%, most hyperthyroid patients having a BMR of positive 20% or better and hypothyroid patients commonly having a BMR of negative 20% or lower. Different clinical states are known to alter BMR.

How is BMR test done?

The most accurate way to calculate your BMR is to get it tested at a lab. You’ll breathe into a special mask called a calorimeter that covers your mouth and/or nose. The mask uses your breath rate to measure the calories you burn. You’ll need to sleep at the lab overnight to get an accurate BMR measurement.

How do I prepare for BMR test?

In preparation for the basal metabolic rate test, you cannot eat for at least five hours because digesting food burns calories and your metabolic rate will be higher than at rest. You also cannot exercise for at least four hours before the test. In fact, before the test you must be resting for a minimum of 15 minutes.

What is BMR for weight gain?

The fact BMR is basically your metabolism means it plays a very important role when it comes to weight loss and weight gain. It’s your most basic calorie burn. Those with higher BMRs are the kind of people who can eat an insane amount of food and never gain weight.

What is normal BMR for female?

How Important Is Your BMR/BEE? Typically about 60% of our total energy needs come from resting metabolism (see above), but this varies greatly depending on our activity level. The average BMR for an American woman is about 1,400 calories, while for a man its about 1,800.

What is a good BMR for my age?

The Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) calculates the basic calorie amount you need for the day….How to Calculate your ideal BMR?

Age Male (calories per hour) Female (calories per hour)
30–39 39.5 36.5
40–49 38.5 36.5
50–59 37.5 35.0
60–69 36.5 34.0

How accurate is BMR?

It is very difficult to accurately estimate our BMR or our physical activity, leading us, in some cases, to be off by as much as 800 to 1000 calories/day. Now to be fair, if you are weighing and measuring your food and reading labels you will be able to come very close to the number of calories you set out to eat.

Can I drink water before a metabolic test?

How do I prepare for my RMR Metabolic Test? For the most accurate results from your RMR test, please ensure you: Fast – NO WATER/LIQUIDS or FOOD for at least 5 hours prior to the test.

How long does a metabolic test take?

In general, the metabolic testing procedure doesn’t take long, so you can expect to finish in about 10 to 15 minutes.