HPA for an Individual

• Scientifically estimates the participant’s current health and fitness status.
• Indicates areas for improvements in overall health.
• Inspires the participant to make positive changes in their lifestyle.
• Helps set attainable goals for a healthier life.
• Gives the participant the opportunity to review their progress over time.

HPA as part of a Company’s Wellness Campaign

• Leads to increased profitability by reducing healthcare costs.
• Compiles statistical data for groups of clients.
• These statistics can be used as an aid in creating effective wellness campaigns, customized for the group’s needs.
• Identifies the risk factors related to both individual lifestyle and workplace environment.
• Aids in creating healthier workplace environments.
• Allows for the measurement of the effectiveness of a wellness campaign.
• Measures the individual and group’s progress over time.
• Allows for comparing of different groups (professions, genders, different life habits, etc).

HPA as part of a Personal Trainer’s Activity

Skeletal Measurements

An accurate and easy method to determine:

• Healthy weight range
• Fat-free mass
• Skeletal weight
• Body fat percentage (if required)

Calculation of the Client's Physical Work Capacity

Astrand test with a new complementary way to calculate maximal oxygen uptake.

Desired Health Profile

• The trainer receives information regarding the client's personal goals.
• Motivates the client to take responsibility for their own health.
• Provides information about other health-related activities the client wishes to begin aside from exercising.

Specific Training Program

• Provides the trainer with the possibility to adjust the workload, schedule and/or exercise program specifically for the client according to their:
• Life habits
• Health situation
• Weight status
• VO2 max
• Perceived exertion
• Personal goals

Progress Monitoring

• HPA's performed at different stages of training.
• Allows the trainer to adjust the exercise program scientifically, according to the client's progress.
• Allows the client to measure their own progress, which is a great motivational tool.

The HPA

• Allows for information to be gathered about the client’s lifestyle habits and health situation.
• Establishes a closer relationship between the trainer and the client.
• Raises the client's awareness regarding their current health situation.