Metabolic Health • Testing

How We Test Metabolic Health

Testing is only meaningful if it is repeatable. This page standardizes conditions so your results reflect physiology — not noise — and so your Radar comparisons across time are real.

Standardize conditions Collect the defined markers Re-test under the same rules
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Testing sequence

A defined order so results are comparable and actionable.

Step 01
Standardize

Same prep rules. Same timing. Same context recorded.

Step 02
Collect

Core labs + vitals + (optional) structure/reserve markers.

Step 03
Score

Values get standardized into consistent pillar scores.

Step 04
Re-test

Repeat under the same rules. Compare pillars across time.

Preparation protocol

Consistency beats perfection. The goal is a clean baseline, not heroics.

Blood pressure: measure seated, calm, and average multiple readings. Repeatability matters more than “perfect technique.”

Marker collection

The model requires a defined set of markers. The same markers must be collected each interval to allow comparison.

Core Labs (fuel + risk) 5 markers
  • Fasting insulinFuel signaling + early insulin resistance.
  • HbA1c90-day glucose exposure / glycation signal.
  • Triglycerides + HDLUsed to calculate TG:HDL ratio.
  • ApoBLipoprotein particle burden (risk context).
  • hs-CRPInflammation load and recovery strain.
Vitals (stress + regulation) 2 markers
  • Blood pressureMeasure seated, calm, average readings.
  • Resting heart rateStress / recovery signal when measured consistently.
Structure + reserve (preferred when available) 5 markers
  • DXA: ALMILean mass index (structure).
  • Visceral adipose tissue (VAT)Central risk / fuel partitioning context.
  • Body fat %Composition and reserve signal.
  • Bone density (T-score)Durability / structural resilience context.
  • Grip strengthSimple functional reserve marker.

Re-test + interpretation

Testing is not a one-time event. It’s a feedback loop: do the work → re-test → adjust the prescription.

Loop 01
Baseline

Collect markers under standardized conditions.

Loop 02
Intervention

Training + nutrition adjustments targeted to the limiting pillar.

Loop 03
Re-test

Repeat the same prep rules and marker set.

Loop 04
Adjust

Evaluate changes at the pillar level; refine the plan.

The goal: isn't perfect numbers — it's measurable improvement over time. If the appropriate pillar improves, the intervention is working. If not, the prescription needs adjustment.

Start here

If you already have data, you can submit it. If you want help coordinating labs and/or DXA, choose the “Work With Me” pathway.

Open Intake Form Compare Options See Example Radar Why these markers matter
Coaching / education only. Not medical diagnosis or treatment. Lab ordering coordination is offered where permitted and may involve third-party services.