DEXA Scan and Resting Metabolic Rate Test

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

I wanted to see if my metabolism was still on track and not wrecked from years of dieting and then low calories post weight loss. I'm at the 1/2 way point in my weight loss and I want to get serious about weight training.

I went to my local University and had a resting metabolic rate test. This required laying still, and breathing normally for 30 or so minutes. My RMR is normal so that is great to know. With out any of the additional exercise I do each day I am creating a 1200 or so calorie deficit just by living.

The DEXA scan is the best way to measure fat, lean mass, and and bone density. I wanted a DEXA scan to know my lean mass so I could make sure my Protein goals were adequate. Using the measurements from my DEXA scan and a few different protein calculators to cover all bases, I know my bare minimum protein requirements and how much protein I need to add to build muscle.

This was all available at my local university much lower than the cost at private clinics and gyms.

[OKCPirate 5,323]

I've had this done. For many women this can be VERY valuable. You will find your bone density and determine the dangers you face for osteoporosis et. al. This can help guide you as far as diet and weight training. Weight training helps build bone and muscle.

It was nice having one of these pre-surgery. I'll have another next year to double check my caliper measurements. But it is cool to know when I started this, nearly half my weight was fat, and now it's 18%.

BTW, unexpected side effect of high weight I have very thick bones. I'm in danger of hip fracture if I live to 220 according to the computer.

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

Seeing my bone density was very comforting.

I was really excited I had more lean mass than fat. It was only 51% lean to 49% fat, but hey I will take it.

Looking forward to my next scan in may or June.

I put this thread in here because I was going to share my results. I have to get them scanned in.