Mission Statement
News
The Perfect FIT: From couch potatoes to world-class athletes, Fitness Institute of Texas helps them achieve their fitness goals.
FIT Opens Doors to Math & Science Teachers: Participants in Skillpoint Alliance’s 3-day Summer Institute, will incorporate information gained from the tour into lesson plans for the classroom.
The mission of the Fitness Institute of Texas (FIT) is to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of the state of Texas through research, service, training and educational programs in physical fitness, nutrition, and psychological and social issues. FIT is an integral part of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education in the College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin.
What We Offer
Aerobic FIT
Measures: cardiovascular and cardio-respiratory endurance (VO2max), maximal HR, and heart rate training zones. This test is ideal for everyone, from beginners to competitive athletes.
Body Comp FIT
Measures: body fat %, fat mass, and bone mass for the arms, legs, trunk and total body. In addition, a recommended weight is calculated.
Calorie FIT
Measures: resting metabolic rate (RMR) and estimates total daily energy expenditure and caloric expenditure of daily physical activity. Includes recommended caloric intake.
Muscle FIT
Measures: muscular strength, muscular endurance, muscular power, core endurance, lower back flexibility, hamstring flexibility, and posture. Analyzes potential tight or weak muscles that may hinder the benefits of exercising.
