Services Offered
Folsom Life Chiropractic is a modern facility known for its range of Chiropractic techniques and other services.
Chiropractic adjustments to spine:
Diversified technique - hands on adjusting to the spine
SOT technique - a gentle chiropractic technique using blocks on the pelvic joints to realign the spine
Activator technique - a gentle chiropractic technique using an instrument that give a low force adjustment to the joints
Extremity techniques - a chiropractic adjustment to the joints outside of the spinal column to upper and lower extremities. (great for sports care)
Thompson Drop Table technique - a gentle chiropractic technique that uses a specific type of table to adjust the spine.
Soft tissue therapies:
Active Release Technique - a powerful soft tissue technique that works on specific muscles in it's contracted and stretched state. (great for sports care)
Myofascial Release - a technique that allows soft tissue to stretch and relax
Trigger Point Therapy - a technique that is specific to certain trigger points in muscles to allow the trigger points to release
Muscle Stretching - static and resistant - techniques that allow the muscles to increase the range of muscle fibers and allow tendinous junctions to relax.
These soft tissue therapies are done by the chiropractor and staff.
Physical Therapy Modalities:
Electrical Stimulation - Using pads on skin, this machine causes muscles to relax by electrical vibration to the muscles.
Heat - To relax muscles and increase blood flow.
Ice - To decrease muscle inflammation
Light Therapy - Light at a specific healing range to decrease inflammation and stimulate new muscle cell growth.
We also discuss nutrition, rehabilitation, and exercises specific to each patient.
Cardio Coach
Folsom Life Chiropractic is happy to present to you the CardioCoach
- Anaerobic Threshold Detection
- Target Heart Rate
- Calories Burned During Exercise
- Sub-Max VO2
FAQ's about our VO2 testing
1. Can I use a formula, HR monitor or track workout to find my zones?
Absolutely not. Just as your doctor doesn't guess to get your blood work, you can't guess to find your anaerobic threshold.
Why can't I lose weight while training for a marathon or endurance ride?
If you're anaerobic, you're NOT burning fat for fuel. Weight loss just won't happen unless you're spending time in your aerobic zones.
Are my numbers the same on the bike as they are while running?
Nope. Biking you're sitting and therefore decreasing the amount of muscle being used. That equates to a lower heart rate for a similar exertion level. If you run and ride, you need to test both to be sure.
How will I benefit from this test? Once you start training in your ideal zones, you will become a more efficient fat-burner, allowing for greater endurance with less fatigue. You will also experience more "good" days since you will be working in the right intensities.
The CardioCoach delivers simple and accurate fitness testing. It measures key data including peak VO2, anaerobic threshold, and the precise amount of calories burned at all exercise heart rate levels. This data can be used as the foundation for customized exercise programs that truly meet the needs of the individual. One session with the CardioCoach empowers clients with the ability to meet their fitness goals efficiently and safely with no unnecessary fatigue or wasted time.
VO2Based Fitness Testing
VO2 is the rate of oxygen uptake, or consumption, measured during exercise. The maximum rate of oxygen uptake is called the VO2max or maximum VO2. VO2max is the ultimate measure of fitness and is reported in milliliters of oxygen per kilogram of body weight per minute or ml/Kg/min. To achieve a high VO2max, a person must have a fit heart and lungs and significant lean muscle mass that is well conditioned.
Peak VO2 Scores (Values in mlO2/kg/min)
MALE
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Age |
Very Poor |
Poor |
Fair |
Good |
Excellent |
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13-19 |
0-34.9 |
35.0-38.3 |
38.4-45.1 |
45.2-50.9 |
51.0-55.9 |
56.0+ |
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20-29 |
0-32.9 |
33.0-36.4 |
36.5-42.4 |
42.5-46.4 |
46.5-52.4 |
52.5+ |
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30-39 |
0-31.4 |
31.5-35.4 |
35.5-40.9 |
41.0-44.9 |
45.0-49.4 |
49.5+ |
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40-49 |
0-30.2 |
30.2-33.5 |
33.6-38.9 |
39.0-43.7 |
43.8-48.0 |
48.1+ |
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50-59 |
0-26.0 |
26.1-30.9 |
31.0-35.7 |
35.8-40.9 |
41.0-45.3 |
45.4+ |
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60+ |
0-20.4 |
20.5-26.0 |
26.1-32.2 |
32.3-36.4 |
36.5-44.2 |
44.3+ |
FEMALE
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Age |
Very Poor |
Poor |
Fair |
Good |
Excellent |
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13-19 |
0-24.9 |
25.0-30.9 |
31.0-34.9 |
35.0-38.9 |
39.0-41.9 |
42.0+ |
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20-29 |
0-23.5 |
23.6-28.9 |
29.0-32.9 |
33.0-36.9 |
37.0-41.0 |
41.1+ |
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30-39 |
0-22.7 |
22.8-26.9 |
27.0-31.4 |
31.5-35.6 |
35.7-40.0 |
40.1+ |
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40-49 |
0-20.9 |
21.0-24.4 |
24.5-28.9 |
29.0-32.8 |
32.9-36.9 |
37.0+ |
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50-59 |
0-20.1 |
20.2-22.7 |
22.8-26.9 |
27.0-31.4 |
31.5-35.7 |
35.8+ |
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60+ |
0-17.4 |
17.5-20.1 |
20.2-24.4 |
24.5-30.2 |
30.3-31.4 |
31.5+ |
A VO2 test will also show the anaerobic threshold. The anaerobic threshold is the level of exercise intensity beyond which the body can no longer provide adequate oxygen to the muscles. Exercise below the anaerobic threshold should be comfortable even though the exercise extends for long periods. Exercise above the anaerobic threshold will improve cardiovascular fitness, but will also cause discomfort, fatigue, and muscle soreness.
Knowing the unique anaerobic threshold can be used to design a workout plan that will improve fitness and maximize calories burned. Measurement of VO2max or PeakVO2 will provide a true assessment of fitness level. The CardioCoach test will provide all of this data that is vital to proper fitness training. In addition, a CardioCoach test will also measure how many calories are burned during a workout at every exercise heart rate level. This information, along with a heart rate monitor, or a heart rate equipped bike or treadmill, can be used to calculate the precise amount of calories burned during a workout.
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VO2 |
VO2 + Power |
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) |
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Anyone serious about training wants to know how to target the correct intensity for each workout. In 16 minutes, a VO2-based test provides this and much more:
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Power has become a popular training tool and for good reason. Knowing the power output during training allows a rider to more accurately gauge their workload on the road. Combining power and VO2 provides a more complete picture of training intensity (VO2) and performance (Power). This VO2 test is performed on a Cyclops Pro 300PT indoor bike. Power output is syncronized with heart rate, oxygen consumption and calorie requirements. |
You can't manage what you can't measure! The foundation of any weight management program or diet relies on knowing how many calories your body actually needs. In 12 minutes, a metabolic test can determine this and more:
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Cost: $150.00 |
Cost: $225.00 |
Cost: $80.00 |
Packages and Options
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VO2 + RMR |
$175.00 |
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VO2 + Power + RMR |
$250.00 |
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Group Discounts |
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