{"id":2541,"date":"2026-10-24T08:07:07","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T13:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.edb.utexas.edu\/fit\/?page_id=2541"},"modified":"2026-10-24T08:07:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T13:07:07","slug":"muscle-fit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/sites.edb.utexas.edu\/fit\/muscle-fit\/","title":{"rendered":"Muscle FIT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muscle FIT is a comprehensive assessment of how your muscles perform. It measures four areas of muscular fitness: balance, power, strength, and endurance. Each test is led by an exercise professional, and your results are compared with age- and sex-specific norms so you can see where you stand. The full appointment takes about 2 \u2013 2 1\/2 hours, including an explanation of your results and recommendations for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Balance<\/strong> measures your ability to stay stable and control your body position, both standing still and while moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the Single Leg Stance test, you hold a one-legged stance for up to 45 seconds with eyes open and with eyes closed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the lower body Y-Balance test, you balance on one leg and reach the other leg in three directions as far as you can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The upper body Y-Balance test is done from a push-up position, reaching with one arm in three directions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your reach distances are adjusted for your limb length, so you can compare your right and left sides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Muscular power<\/strong> measures how quickly your muscles can produce force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Countermovement Vertical Jump measures explosive leg power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 30-Second Sit-to-Stand test counts how many times you can stand up from a chair, which reflects lower body power and everyday function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Muscular strength<\/strong> measures how much force your muscles can produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grip strength is measured with a Jamar Smart Hand Dynamometer, a digital handgrip device. You squeeze as hard as you can with each hand. Grip strength is a simple, well-researched marker of overall strength and healthy aging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper body strength is tested on the bench press and lower body strength on the leg press.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the bench press and leg press, you start at a light weight and progress through sets of 10 repetitions. From these sets, your 1-repetition maximum (1RM) is estimated without you having to lift a maximal load.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your strength is reported relative to your body weight, and your grip strength is compared between your right and left hands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Muscular endurance<\/strong> measures how long your muscles can work or hold a position before fatiguing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The plank tests your core.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The push-up test measures how many push-ups you can complete with proper form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The dead hang measures how long you can hang from a bar, which tests grip and shoulder endurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wall sit tests your lower body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muscle FIT is excellent for tracking change. For example, after a strength training program you can see your improvements in strength, power, endurance, and balance, including differences between your right and left sides. Pair it with <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.edb.utexas.edu\/fit\/body-comp-fit\/\">Body Comp FIT<\/a> to see how changes in lean mass relate to changes in muscle performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need a place to start for your fitness journey? Check out our Get FIT program <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.edb.utexas.edu\/fit\/get-fit\/\">HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Who Should Participate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muscle FIT is available to clients 18 years and older. If you have a history of any of the following, please consult a healthcare professional before scheduling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>pain or injury in the shoulder, wrist, lower back, hip, knee, or ankle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>any condition that limits your ability to exercise at high effort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clients with a history of lower back pain or injury will not complete the strength tests. You may feel mild fatigue during testing and muscle soreness for 24\u201348 hours afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scheduling &amp; Pricing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To schedule an appointment, please call us at 512-471-0081, text us at 512-703-0780, or email us at fit@austin.utexas.edu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pricing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$200<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay on-site with credit card, check or cash.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proceeds used in general support of the College of Education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Appointment Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Muscle FIT testing, results, and consultation take about 2 &#8211; 2 1\/2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In preparation for your appointment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not exercise vigorously for 24\u201348 hours before testing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat a light meal or snack 2\u20133 hours before testing, and come well hydrated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear comfortable athletic clothing that allows full range of motion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear athletic shoes. Some balance tests are performed barefoot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you lift regularly, know your approximate maximum for bench press and leg press. This helps us choose your starting weight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location &amp; Parking<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Testing takes place in Bellmont Hall Room 966, located at Darrell K Royal Stadium. Parking is available. You will receive a Visitor\u2019s Parking Permit from the FIT staff when you arrive for testing. Refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.edb.utexas.edu\/fit\/contact-us\/\">Location &amp; Parking<\/a> for further information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Muscle FIT is a comprehensive assessment of how your muscles perform. It measures four areas of muscular fitness: balance, power, strength, and endurance. Each test is led by an exercise professional, and your results are compared with age- and sex-specific norms so you can see where you stand. 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