Justice & Fitness Testing

ADVANCED FITNESS LAB

Comprehensive Fitness Assessment

The Comprehensive Fitness Assessment (CFA) is a thorough evaluation of your physical fitness, examining each key component of fitness. The results from this assessment can serve as the foundation for tailoring a personalized exercise program that optimizes your fitness journey. During the CFA, the following components will be tested:

Anthropometrics
"In-Body" Body Composition Assessment
Aerobic Fitness** (bike or treadmill)
Muscular Strength and Power
Muscular Endurance
Flexibility
Balance

** Based on the preliminary prescreening data, the exercise professional will choose whether to perform a maximal or submaximal assessment.

VO2 Max Testing

This test will determine your maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) which represents the ability of your body to uptake and utilize oxygen during maximal exercise. A metabolic cart will be used to take a direct measurement of oxygen consumption while exercising on a stationary bike or treadmill. Your heart rate will also be monitored during the test. This type of test is most appropriate for athletic populations as you are encouraged to exercise at maximal exertion and until volitation fatigue. The results of your test can be used to determine training intensities and track improvements in aerobic fitness.

Body Composition Analysis

The InBody 570 uses an 8-point contact and multifrequency system offering a valid and reliable form of Bioimpedence Spectroscopy (BIS). This test only takes 45 seconds to complete and provides a detailed body composition analysis. Results include estimations of % body fat, lean muscle mass, a segmental analysis (compare sides of the body), visceral fat and basal metabolic rate. This report can be used as a baseline for tracking and monitoring. Pre-testing Instructions must be followed for the most accurate results.

Resting Metabolic Rate

Unlock your metabolism and achieve your health and fitness goals with personalized insights from our Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) test. Your RMR is the base level of energy expenditure at while at rest. This non-invasive assessment will assess your respiration while you breathe into a mouth piece connected to a metabolic cart. Whether its weight loss, muscle gain or maintenance understanding your RMR is an important step towards more accurate, personalized fitness and nutrition goals.

Submaximal Aerobic Fitness Test

This test will estimate your aerobic fitness. You will be required to exercise at a moderate to vigorous exertion on a stationary bike, treadmill, or step. Your heart rate will be monitored during the test and used to predict your estimated (VO2max). Results can be utilized to track improvements and determine training intensities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at fjTesting@niagaracollege.ca if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What modalities are offered for V02max testing?

The assessment can be performed on the treadmill or bike. Please indicate your preference within the Medical and Lifestyle Questionnaire.

What happens if I cannot attend the session?

If you cannot attend, we encourage you to reschedule by emailing fjtesting@niagaracollege.ca.
If you need to cancel for any reason this must be done 24 hours prior for a full refund. Email fjtesting@niagaracollege.ca for any cancellation or rescheduling requests.

How do I send the PARQ+ form?

You can either scan the form and email. Or you can take pictures of the completed form and email it to fjtesting@niagaracollege.ca

How do I get my results from the session?

The exercise professional may provide general results at your session. A follow-up email with final confirmation of results will be sent to the email on file within 5-7 business days.

What to bring to the session?

It is recommended to wear comfortable physical activity clothing, running shoes and bring a water bottle. If you require a towel, please bring your own.

How long does the fitness testing take?

For a V02 max testing, the session is approximately 60 minutes.
For the InBody assessment, the session is approximately 15 minutes.
For the Comprehensive Fitness Assessment, the session is approximately 1.5-2 hours.
For the Resting Metabolic Rate testing, the session is approximately 60 minutes.

What if I have a medical condition?

Please disclose any medical conditions or mediations you have been prescribed on the PAR-Q+ and medical questionnaire. The exercise professional will then determine if additional screening is necessary or if the test booked is appropriate based off the information provided.

What can I do with the fitness testing information?

You can use this information to start training or enhance the quality of training you are doing. If you require consultation for further assistance on exercise prescription, you can book a session with a qualified exercise professional.

What is the difference between a maximal and submaximal aerobic assessment?

Maximal aerobic fitness testing: Involves pushing the individual to their maximum effort level to determine their peak oxygen consumption (VO2 max), which is the maximum amount of oxygen the body can utilize during intense exercise. This assessment typically involves exercising on a treadmill or cycling on a stationary bike while the intensity is gradually increases until the individual reaches exhaustion. Maximal aerobic testing provides a precise measurement of the individual's aerobic capacity and appropriate for more athletic populations or those undergoing rigorous training programs.

Submaximal aerobic fitness testing: Involves exercising at a predetermined, submaximal intensity level for a specific duration without pushing the individual to exhaustion. Does not require as much equipment or e compared to maximal testing. It provides an estimate of the individual's aerobic fitness level (Estimated VO2 max) based on their heart rate response, workload or time to completion during submaximal exercise. IT is most appropriate for general populations or individuals who may not be able to perform maximal exercise testing due to health concerns or physical limitations.

What happens if my heart rate and blood pressure values are not within the normal range for prescreening measures?

It is important to note that resting heart rate and blood pressure values are assessed prior to any fitness testing. Blood pressure must be less than to 160/90 mmHg, and heart rate must be less than or equal to 99 bpm. Failure to meet these values will result in the client to reschedule the session by emailing fjtesting@niagaracollege.ca. The exercise professional will also provide them with a medical clearance form that must be completed prior to their rescheduled appointment.

Do you have a refund policy?

It is the responsibility of the client to book and attend their sessions. If for any reason the third-party client cancels the pre-booked session in the Occupational Session (The Justice & Fitness Training Center) or Advanced Fitness Lab (A200), they must give Niagara College 24 hours’ notice prior to the session commencing.

Failure to provide notice will result in an automatic policy charge of 100% of the fees for the reserved session. Consideration of emergency circumstances may potentially transfer the automatic charges to account credit which can be applied to a rescheduled session. This is at the discretion of management.

How do I receive a refund?

If you have cancelled your session, please email fjtesting@niagaracollege.ca to see if you qualify for a full or partial refund to your credit card on file.