Power Isn’t Just for Athletes — It’s the Secret to Staying Strong for Life
Why Some Strong People Still Struggle
Ever met someone who looks fit but still feels slow, clumsy, or tired?
They lift weights, eat well, and hit the gym — yet they can’t sprint up stairs or catch themselves when they trip.
That’s because muscle mass doesn’t tell the whole story.
Your DEXA scan shows how much muscle you have.
But your Proteus Power Test shows how well you use it.
When you combine both, you see the full picture of your body’s strength, speed, and long-term health.
The Hidden Superpower Called “Power”
Power = Strength × Speed.
It’s not just about how strong you are — it’s how fast you can use that strength when it matters.
Sidestepping a fall? That’s power.
Catching yourself when you trip? Power again.
Reacting fast in sports or daily life? Yep — still power.
Here’s the truth most people don’t know:
👉 We lose power faster than we lose muscle as we age.
And that’s one of the biggest reasons for falls, slow reactions, and early loss of independence
What DEXA and Proteus Together Reveal
When we measure both capacity (DEXA) and capability (Proteus), something amazing happens:
We can finally answer the question everyone asks after their scan — “Now what?”
When we analyzed 100+ clients at DexaFit Seattle, the results were eye-opening:
People with high lean mass didn’t always have high power.
Some had strong legs on DEXA but weak power output on Proteus — meaning their muscles weren’t firing efficientlyCopy of Proteus x Dexa The Answ….
Women 45–70 were especially at risk: up to 80% scored below average for power — despite normal or high muscle massCopy of Proteus x Dexa The Answ….
That means strength training alone isn’t enough — you need the right kind of training.
The Four Power Profiles
When we combine your DEXA and Proteus results, you fall into one of four “power profiles”:
⚠️ At Risk (Low Lean + Low Power):
You need to rebuild your foundation — start with strength training before adding speed.⚙️ Untapped Potential (High Lean + Low Power):
You have the muscle — now learn to use it through power training (fast, explosive movements).⚡ Optimal (High Lean + High Power):
You’re thriving — keep doing what you’re doing and test again to track progress.🔋 Efficient (Low Lean + High Power):
You’re efficient with what you’ve got — adding muscle will unlock your next levelCopy of Proteus x Dexa The Answ….
Real Story: The “Strong But Slow” Trap
Meet Lisa, a 48-year-old who strength trains 3 times a week. Her DEXA showed great muscle mass for her age. But on Proteus, her power score was in the bottom 25%.
What did that mean?
She had the engine size but couldn’t get the engine to fire.
After 8 weeks of training focused on speed and reaction — lighter weights, faster reps, agility drills — her power jumped 20%.
She felt quicker, more athletic, and more confident catching herself when she stumbled on a trail.
That’s what happens when you train smarter — not just harder.
Why This Matters More as You Age
When you trip on a curb, it’s not strength or balance that saves you.
It’s how fast your muscles react. That’s neuromuscular efficiency — and that’s exactly what Proteus measuresCopy of Proteus x Dexa The Answ….
DEXA gives you the structure.
Proteus gives you the function.
Together, they create a blueprint for how to train — not just to look better, but to move, react, and live better.
Your Personalized Power Plan
Every combined DEXA + Proteus test includes:
✅ Your body composition (muscle, bone, fat, visceral levels)
✅ Your power scores across every major movement
✅ Your Power Profile quadrant
✅ A custom training focus to fix your weakest link
In one visit, you’ll know whether to:
Build more lean mass
Train for speed and agility
Improve balance and reaction time
Maintain your strength while boosting performance
The Big Picture: Function Is the Future
The fitness industry has obsessed over how we look.
But the future is about how we function.
DEXA + Proteus testing shows exactly how your body performs today — and how to train it for tomorrow.
It’s not just data — it’s direction.
Ready to Discover Your Power?
Most people test strength or endurance.
Almost no one tests how they work together.
That’s the missing link — and now you can measure it.
👉 Book your combined DEXA + Proteus Power Test today
and see exactly where your strength meets your speed —
and how to unlock your full potential for life.
