History of FIT
In 2001, the Department of Kinesiology and Heath Education at the University of Texas opened the doors to FIT to serve the Austin community and enhance the education of UT students. Within five years FIT expanded its testing capabilities with better technology, such as the DEXA Body Composition machine, high performance endurance testing with lactate measures, the Body Gem for Calorie FIT testing, and began testing many of the UT athletic teams.
Since its inception FIT has conducted over 10,000 tests, and supported the education and research for Kinesiology and Health Education undergraduate and graduate students.
Most recently FIT has expanded beyond testing and created innovative and results driven programs such as Get FIT, a group exercise and weight loss program, and Lunch and Lose, a group weight loss program.
FIT’s dedication to health, fitness, and research gives the Austin community the tools to a better and healthier lifestyle
