The Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory (EPNL) is able to complete a wide variety of assessments that deliver accurate and reliable outcomes to help you meet your health and fitness goals, track progress, and measure the effectiveness of your training and/or nutrition program. Businesses or corporations who promote health and wellness challenges with their work force utilize our testing. Additionally, competitive athletes who may have general or specific health and fitness goals, or trainers or coaches who have clients or athletes who want to accurately track changes, the EPNL can conduct various tests to help you meet these goals. Members of our research team will complete each test and provide a copy of results. As part of being tested, a staff member will spend time to help each person understand the key aspects of each test and how to interpret their outcomes. Below the provided map and Google Maps directions are the breakdown of prices for different tests.
Map to The Exercise Performance Nutrition Laboratory
Directions to the EPNL
The prices for each test are provided below. Current Lindenwood University students, staff, and faculty, as well as groups, qualify for discounted rates. A valid Lindenwood University ID must be presented for each person being tested to receive the discount. Group pricing applies when testing multiple individuals at the same time.
Only Cash Or Checks
Are Accepted For Payment
Email Chad Kerksick to ask questions or schedule an appointment.
Body Composition
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA)
During a DEXA assessment, the person being tested will lie down on their back and a machine will use x-ray to scan their body. The test is brief (7-10 minutes), very accurate, and highly reliable. From the data collection, an individual will receive estimates of the bone, muscle, and body fat throughout all parts of their body.
Lindenwood: $50/test
Wellbucks: $25,000
Non-Lindenwood: $75/test
4-Compartment Body Composition Assessment
The 4-compartment assessment is the current gold standard for body composition analysis and is the most accurate body composition test that we offer. This test utilizes a DEXA scan and a bioelectrical impedance device to determine the amount of bone, muscle, and fat in a participant's body.
Lindenwood: $75/test
Wellbucks: $30,000
Non-Lindenwood: $100/test
Metabolic Testing
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
Data collected from this assessment provides accurate information regarding the number of calories an individual should consume each day, whether they are interested in losing, gaining, or maintaining their body weight.
Lindenwood: $50/test
Wellbucks: $25,000
Non-Lindenwood: $75/test
Performance Testing
Maximal Oxygen Consumption (VO2Max)
Also called an aerobic capacity test, this exercise test requires maximal exertion while walking, running, or cycling (the EPNL can do all three!). This test determines the rate of oxygen consumption, training heart rate zones, and ventilatory threshold; all key variables to help people establish fitness parameters and training intensities. VO2 Max testing is the gold standard for individuals tracking aerobic fitness.
- Runners: We have a Woodway DESMO treadmill to complete all running tests.
- Cyclists: We have a Cyclus 2 ergometer, a unique ergometer that allows you to use your own bike, shoes, etc., and we also have a Lode Excalibur Sport, which is the #1 cycling ergometer used in cycling research.
Lindenwood: $150/test
Wellbucks: $30,000
Non-Lindenwood: $200/test
Maximal Anaerobic Power (Wingate)
The Wingate Test determines an individual’s lower body peak and average power, the amount of total work completed, and fatigue index (the rate of power decrease). To complete this test, you must pedal as fast as you can for 30 seconds against a resistance standardized to your body mass. It’s often described as the longest 30 seconds of your life!
Lindenwood: $25/test
Wellbucks: $15,000
Non-Lindenwood: $50/test
Testing Bundles
Comprehensive Fitness and Health Bundle
This bundle consists of one DEXA, one RMR, and one VO2 Max test. This combination of tests is ideal for establishing key dietary guidelines, setting body composition and body weight goals, and determining baseline fitness and training intensities.
Lindenwood: $150/bundle
Wellbucks: $50,000
Non-Lindenwood: $250/bundle
Comprehensive Performance Training Bundle
This bundle includes two Comprehensive Fitness and Health Bundles completed within any time frame you choose. It offers a pre- and post-test scenario to allow for an accurate assessment of change or as a mid-point or follow-up test to keep all guidelines and recommendations on track. All funds are paid upfront.
Lindenwood: $300/bundle
Wellbucks: $50,000
Non-Lindenwood: $400/bundle
Zone 2 Performance Bundle
This bundle includes a comprehensive VO2 Max assessment performed on either a treadmill or bike, along with blood lactate measurements taken at regular intervals throughout the test. During the test, your finger or earlobe will be gently pricked to collect small blood samples for lactate analysis. This combination of assessments provides precise data on key exercise intensities, which can be used to optimize your endurance training program by accurately identifying your Zone 2 training range and lactate threshold.
Lindenwood: $200/bundle
Wellbucks: $50,000
Non-Lindenwood Price: $250/bundle
Body Composition and Metabolism Transformation Bundle
This bundle provides a comprehensive assessment of your body composition and metabolic health. It includes pre- and post-testing using the 4-Compartment Model, 3D body scan, and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) analysis. These tests offer a detailed view of your body composition, helping to monitor progress and make informed decisions about your health and fitness journey.
Lindenwood: $200/bundle
Wellbucks: $50,000
Non-Lindenwood: $250/bundle
Add - Ons
Enhance your testing experience with our range of add-ons. These options allow you to customize your assessments, providing deeper insights into specific areas of interest. Whether you're looking to gain a more detailed understanding of your body composition or want to optimize your performance training, our add-ons offer the flexibility to tailor your testing to meet your unique needs.
Lactate Add-On
The Lactate Add-On provides crucial insights into your body’s lactate threshold, which is key for optimizing endurance training. During exercise, small blood samples are taken from your finger or earlobe to measure lactate levels at different intensities. Understanding your lactate threshold allows you to fine-tune your training regimen, improve your performance, and delay the onset of fatigue by targeting specific exercise intensities that align with your fitness goals.
Note: This add-on is only available when purchasing a VO2 test or a bundle that includes VO2 testing.
Price: $100/Add-On
4-Compartment Add-On
The 4-Compartment Add-On offers a comprehensive analysis of your body composition, breaking down fat mass, lean mass, bone mineral content, and body water. This advanced assessment provides a more accurate picture of your body composition compared to traditional methods. By understanding these detailed metrics, you can make informed decisions about your diet, exercise, and overall health strategy, ensuring that your fitness journey is based on precise data.
Note: This add-on is only available when purchasing a DEXA test or a bundle that includes DEXA scanning.
Price: $25/Add-On
Team or Group Packs
Teams or groups can take advantage of discounted rates that match our Lindenwood pricing when scheduling tests for more than five individuals at the same time. This offer is perfect for trainers, coaches, or organizations looking to assess multiple clients or athletes simultaneously.
For example, if a trainer wants to have five or more clients complete DEXAs and RMRs, or if a cycling coach wants five or more athletes to complete a Zone 2 Performance Bundle, each participant will be charged at the Lindenwood rate..
