Human Performance Lab
Precision testing. Personalized results. Built for people who want to know exactly what their body is capable of — and what's standing in the way.
VO2 Max + CO2 Analysis
Train smarter. Live longer.
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VO2 Max is the single strongest predictor of long-term health and longevity — stronger than cholesterol, blood pressure, or BMI. It measures how efficiently your body delivers and uses oxygen during exercise. Your CO2 data reveals the precise point at which your body shifts from burning fat to burning carbohydrates, so every workout can be calibrated to the right intensity for the right outcome.
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At COVA, results come with full interpretation and personalized recommendations — not just a number.
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Requires medical clearance.
ACSM recommends submaximal testing for clients 55+.
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$200 · Standalone or included in all packages
Biomechanical & Injury Risk Assessment
Know how your body moves. Fix what limits you.
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This is where COVA's Human Performance Lab sets itself apart. Our biomechanical assessment is one of the most comprehensive available outside of a sports science facility — and it's tailored to your history, your goals, and where you want to be in 10, 20, and 30 years.
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What we measure:
Strength & Joint Function Using a hand-held dynamometer, we assess grip strength — one of the most validated markers of longevity — as well as strength and imbalance at specific joints, selected based on your medical history and goals.
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Range of Motion An inclinometer measures joint mobility across your whole body, identifying restrictions that increase injury risk or limit performance.
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Movement Quality We assess posture and functional movement patterns including the squat and deadlift hinge — the two movements that matter most for long-term independence. How you load, brace, and move under the demands of daily life tells us more than any single-joint test.
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Balance We assess both your ability to hold a stable position and your ability to control your body while moving, changing direction, and absorbing force. Together, these measures reveal how well your nervous system, muscles, and joints are communicating — and where breakdowns in stability may be quietly increasing your injury risk.
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Longevity Benchmarks We include validated longevity markers — measures that predict health outcomes decades into the future.
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Muscular Endurance Endurance testing identifies how long your muscles can sustain effort — a key factor in both injury prevention and day-to-day resilience.
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Power & Asymmetry — Force Plate Testing Using professional-grade force plates, we measure power output via countermovement jump and mid-thigh pull assessments. Force plate data also identifies left-right asymmetry — one of the most sensitive and often overlooked predictors of injury risk. Imbalances that feel invisible in daily life show up clearly in the data.
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What it means for you:
Every result is mapped to your goals. Whether you want to lose weight, lift overhead without pain, keep up with grandchildren, or perform at a high level for decades — your assessment identifies exactly which areas carry the most risk and which improvements will have the greatest impact on your life.
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This is not a generic fitness test. It is a precision clinical evaluation performed by a board-certified physical therapist.
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$350 · Standalone or included in all packages
Resting Metabolic Rate
Unlock your metabolism.
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Your RMR is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest — and it's one of the most important numbers you're probably not tracking. Without it, nutrition and training plans are educated guesses.
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An RMR test at COVA PT removes the guesswork. We measure your actual metabolic rate using indirect calorimetry, then use that data to build a nutrition and energy framework specific to your body, your goals, and your life.
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Whether you're trying to lose weight, fuel performance, or simply understand why you feel the way you feel — this test changes the conversation.
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$150 · Standalone or included in all packages
