Blog - DexaFit Seattle
Explore cutting-edge insights on fitness, metabolism, and longevity to optimize your health and reach your goals.
The "January 1st" Trap: Why the Best Transformations Start in December
Most people treat December as a "lost" month. High performers treat it as a strategic audit. Discover the biological science of the "30-Day Lag," why waiting until January 1st puts you weeks behind, and how to use your data to engineer a strong start to 2026.
Stress, Sleep, & Strength: Engineering Holiday Resilience with Data
The holidays are a test of your nervous system, not just your willpower. Discover why chronic stress shuts down fat burning, how muscle acts as "metabolic armor," and how to use your data to engineer resilience this season.
Holiday Metabolism Myths: Why Your Body Needs a Reset, Not a Diet
The holidays don’t “break” your metabolism—stress does. Discover why "saving calories" for big meals actually backfires, how cortisol suppresses your burn rate, and how to use this winter as a strategic "foundation phase" to build muscle rather than just surviving the season.
Power Isn’t Just for Athletes — It’s the Secret to Staying Strong for Life
Most people test strength or muscle.
Almost no one tests how they work together.
That’s the missing link.
Our DEXA + Proteus Power Test shows whether your muscle is truly functional — so you can move faster, react quicker, and stay powerful for life.
👉 Book your test and find out which Power Profile you’re in.
Is Your VO₂ Max Lying to You?
Most people look at VO₂ Max as the gold standard of fitness—but without factoring in lean mass, it can be misleading. Discover how DexaFit’s VO₂ + DEXA combo reveals your true aerobic efficiency and longevity potential.
The Truth About RMR and What It Really Tells You
Your metabolism isn’t just a number — it’s the engine driving your energy, weight, and performance. Learn what your Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) really reveals about your health, why generic calculators get it wrong, and how DexaFit Seattle uses clinical testing to design precise nutrition plans that work.
Why Your Progress Stalled
Your progress didn’t disappear. It drifted. This August, don’t restart — recalibrate. Learn why your plan stalled, how to reset with real data, and how DexaFit helps you reclaim results without the burnout.
What Is Metabolic Flexibility
Metabolic flexibility is the hidden key to better fat loss, performance, and longevity. Learn how your body switches between carbs and fat — and why most people are stuck in “sugar mode.” At DexaFit, we test for it, train it, and help you build a more adaptable, resilient metabolism.
Stuck Losing Fat? You Might Be Missing Muscle
Think you’re just carrying extra fat? You might be missing muscle. Discover how DEXA and RMR reveal what your body really needs to unlock fat loss.
6 Hidden Health Metrics That Matter More Than the Scale
The scale can’t see your VO₂ max, visceral fat, or grip strength. Discover the six hidden health metrics that reveal your real healthspan story—and how to change your future, fast.
Why VO₂ Max Might Be the Most Important Number in Your Health Profile
VO₂ Max is the strongest predictor of your future health — better than cholesterol, weight, or blood pressure. Learn what it means and how to improve it.
Visceral Fat: The Silent Risk Even Fit People Miss
Think you're in the clear because you look fit? Visceral fat is the hidden threat most people miss — even the lean, active ones. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to measure and eliminate it with real data from a DexaFit scan.
VO₂ Max: The One Number More Important Than Your Cholesterol
VO₂ Max tells you how strong your heart and lungs really are. And it may be a better predictor of your lifespan than cholesterol. Learn why this number matters and how DexaFit helps you measure—and improve—it.
Muscle: The Longevity Metric Most People Ignore
Your muscle matters more than your weight. Discover why lean mass is the #1 predictor of aging well—and how DexaFit’s DEXA scans help you track, build, and stay strong for life.
DEXA vs. Old-School Body Tests: Why the Right Tools Matter
Most body tests are just guesses. DEXA scans see what’s really going on inside—like where your fat lives, how strong your bones are, and whether your muscle is trending up or down. Here's why DEXA blows old-school methods out of the water.
What Your DEXA Report Really Means
Your DEXA scan is more than a body fat check—it’s your personal health blueprint. In this easy guide, we break down what the numbers really mean (in plain English) and how DexaFit turns them into a customized plan for fat loss, strength, energy, and longevity.
Why is VO2 Max a Critical Metric for Your Health and Longevity?
Why You Should Never Get a DEXA Scan in a Mobile Van
What is Visceral Fat? How DexaFit Helps You Identify It and Why It Matters