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Health & Performance Testing in Altrincham

For all its leafy postcodes, Altrincham has never had hospital-grade body and metabolic testing on its doorstep. Residents of Hale, Bowdon and Timperley have had to drive into central Manchester for a clinical DEXA, VO2 Max or RMR. TELOMYX changes that by bringing the same equipment to Evolve Fitness in Timperley. Full medical reports within 48 hours, and your DEXA referral handled in-house by our NHS doctor at no extra cost.

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Tests we offer in Altrincham

Three medical-grade tests, available individually or bundled. Book any combination in a single 30 to 75 minute session.

DEXA scan and RMR test bundle in Altrincham | TELOMYX body composition plus resting metabolic rate at Evolve Fitness

DEXA + RMR Bundle

£210

Full body composition plus metabolic rate in one session. Our most popular bundle.

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DEXA body composition scan in Altrincham | TELOMYX mobile clinic at Evolve Fitness Timperley

DEXA Body Composition Scan

From £120

Clinical-grade body composition, visceral fat and bone density in one 7-minute scan. Medical gold standard.

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VO2 Max test in Altrincham | TELOMYX treadmill-based aerobic capacity testing at Evolve Fitness Timperley

VO2 Max Test

From £150

Treadmill-based aerobic capacity test, the gold standard for measuring true cardiovascular fitness.

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Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) test in Altrincham | TELOMYX mobile metabolic testing at Evolve Fitness Timperley

RMR Test

From £110

Measure exactly how many calories your body burns at rest, the foundation of any nutrition plan.

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Where we test in Altrincham

TELOMYX is mobile. We bring hospital-grade testing equipment to partner gyms and studios across Trafford and Greater Manchester. In Altrincham, we currently test at Evolve Fitness in Timperley, with further venues launching regularly across Hale, Sale and the wider area.

Evolve Fitness (Timperley)

Unit 8, Crown Industrial Estate, Canal Road, Timperley
Altrincham, Greater Manchester
WA14 1TD

Tests available: DEXA, VO2 Max, RMR

Our Altrincham venue, an independent strength-and-conditioning gym in Timperley. All three tests available; book any combination in a single session (~75 minutes for full DEXA + VO2 + RMR). Just off Canal Road on the Crown Industrial Estate, within easy reach of Hale, Bowdon, Broadheath and Sale. Free on-site parking for all TELOMYX clients.

Opening
TELOMYX clinics by appointment. Contact us for available slots.
Nearest station
Navigation Road (Metrolink and rail) (~10 min) · Timperley (Metrolink) (~12 min) · Altrincham Interchange (~15 min)
Parking
Free on-site parking available for all TELOMYX clients on the Crown Industrial Estate, Canal Road.
Accessibility
Our scan van has a small set of steps for entry. Please get in touch in advance if you need additional support to access the unit.
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Why TELOMYX for testing in Altrincham

Altrincham is one of the best-connected towns in Greater Manchester, but for clinical body and metabolic testing the nearest fixed clinics are still a drive up the A56 into central Manchester. For anyone in Hale, Bowdon, Timperley or Broadheath, that is 30 to 40 minutes each way plus parking, for tests that take minutes. TELOMYX brings the same clinical-grade equipment to Evolve Fitness in Timperley instead.

  • Clinical-grade Hologic DEXA scanner, the same technology used in NHS bone-density and research clinics. Available at Evolve Fitness, Timperley (WA14 1TD), free on-site parking and minutes from Hale and Bowdon, with no trip into the city centre.
  • Metabolic cart VO2 Max, not consumer wearables. The gold standard for aerobic capacity. Tested at Evolve Fitness, with no university sports-lab waiting list.
  • Full medical report within 48 hours, not a one-page printout. Ready to share with your Trafford GP, consultant or coach.
  • Founded by an NHS doctor. No supplements, no transformations, no upsells. Clinically led and serving the South Trafford and Cheshire-fringe area.

Why Altrincham clients book TELOMYX

These are just a handful of the most common reasons people in Altrincham book with us. For the full list, hit Goals in the top navigation bar to see every use case TELOMYX testing supports.

  • Chasing a time at the Altrincham 10K. The town-centre September race, run on closed roads through the heart of Altrincham, is a fixture in the local calendar. A VO2 Max test gives you data-driven heart-rate zones so your training translates into a faster 10K, and an RMR test sets the fuelling baseline behind it.
  • Training for the Manchester Marathon. The course runs out through Sale and Altrincham around its halfway mark, so plenty of local runners line up every spring. VO2 Max and RMR together turn a high-mileage block into a properly paced and properly fuelled one.
  • Tracking parkrun progress. Regulars at Sale Water parkrun, Wythenshawe parkrun or the Salisbury Field junior parkrun in Altrincham who want to know whether a 5K PB reflects a real fitness gain or just a fast morning. VO2 Max and RMR answer that objectively.
  • Health screening in your 40s and beyond. Altrincham sits in one of the most unequal boroughs in England for health: Trafford JSNA reports a 9.3-year gap in male life expectancy between its most and least deprived areas, and a healthy-life-expectancy gap of around 16 years, with cardiovascular disease a leading driver of premature death. Visceral fat, measured directly and only by DEXA, is one of the primary modifiable risk factors. A DEXA gives you a VAT figure in grams, and paired with an RMR it builds a clinical-grade cardiovascular and metabolic baseline before symptoms appear, with no GP referral wait.
  • Road cycling and the Cheshire lanes. Altrincham, Hale and Bowdon are a natural launchpad for cyclists heading out through Dunham Massey towards the Cheshire lanes, and the area has a strong club hockey and running scene too. VO2 Max is the key endurance metric, and pairing it with DEXA tells you exactly what weight and composition you are carrying on the bike.

For all other goals (longevity, women's health, weight loss, sport-specific preparation and more), see Goals in the top navigation.

What happens when you book a TELOMYX test in Altrincham

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Book online in 60 seconds. Pick your test (DEXA, VO2 Max, RMR, or a bundle) and choose a slot at Evolve Fitness, Timperley, WA14 1TD. If you don't already have a referral for DEXA, our in-house NHS doctor issues one as part of checkout at no extra cost.

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Read your pre-test guidelines. You'll receive a confirmation email with the full pre-test guidelines for the specific test or tests you've booked. These cover fasting requirements, clothing, training restrictions and anything else you need to do beforehand. Please read them in full before your appointment.

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Arrive and get scanned. A member of the TELOMYX team meets you at Evolve Fitness reception. The DEXA scan itself takes 7 minutes. VO2 Max takes around 20 minutes on the treadmill. RMR is around 20 minutes lying still under a metabolic canopy. Full DEXA + VO2 + RMR fits inside 75 minutes.

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Results walkthrough and targeted advice. A member of the TELOMYX team walks you through the raw numbers on screen (body fat, visceral fat, bone density, VO2 ceiling, resting metabolic rate) and gives you specific recommendations based on your biology and goals. Ask anything.

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Full medical PDF report within 48 hours. Comprehensive multi-page report emailed to you, ready to share with your coach, GP, dietitian or training partner. Includes age- and sex-matched reference ranges so you can benchmark properly.

What our Altrincham clients say

Recent reviews from clients tested at our Altrincham venue. Verified via Google Business Profile.

★★★★★

"I'd been lifting at Evolve for over a year and couldn't tell from the mirror whether I was actually building muscle. The DEXA gave me a proper breakdown by limb. Turns out the lean mass was going on but so was a bit of visceral fat. Completely reset how I trained from there."
· Timperley · DEXA

★★★★★

"Booked a VO2 Max ahead of the Altrincham 10K. Found out my easy runs were way too quick and my threshold pace was where I should have been training. Adjusted everything around the measured zones and finally went under 45 minutes. Brilliant to have it done locally rather than trekking into town."
· Hale · VO2 Max

★★★★★

"Perimenopause completely changed how my body responded to food and nothing I'd done for years was working anymore. The RMR test at Timperley put a real number on it and showed my metabolic rate had dropped more than I expected. For the first time I had something concrete to plan around with my nutritionist."
· Bowdon · RMR

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Altrincham FAQs

Do any of the tests require a referral or GP appointment?

Only DEXA requires a referral, as it involves a small amount of ionising radiation. You do not need a GP appointment first. TELOMYX has an in-house NHS doctor who issues your DEXA referral as part of the booking process at no extra cost. VO2 Max and RMR tests require no referral and can be booked directly. If you already have a referral from your GP or a specialist, upload it at checkout.

Where in Altrincham can I get tested?

Evolve Fitness in Timperley (Unit 8, Crown Industrial Estate, Canal Road, WA14 1TD) is our current Altrincham venue, with free on-site parking and easy access from Hale, Bowdon, Broadheath and Sale. Because TELOMYX is mobile, we can also bring our DEXA, VO2 Max and RMR equipment to your gym or workplace anywhere across Trafford and Greater Manchester.

How much do tests cost in Altrincham?

DEXA scans are £120, VO2 Max tests are £150 and RMR tests are £110. The DEXA + RMR bundle is £210. Multi-test bundles offer the biggest savings; see our bundles page.

Can I get all three tests in one session?

Yes, and it's how most clients book. A full DEXA + VO2 Max + RMR session takes around 60 to 75 minutes and gives you a complete picture of body composition, cardiovascular fitness and metabolism in a single visit at Evolve Fitness, Timperley.

Are your tests suitable for athletes training in Altrincham?

Absolutely. We work with runners preparing for the Altrincham 10K and the Manchester Marathon, cyclists heading out into the Cheshire lanes, hockey and rugby players and CrossFitters across Trafford. VO2 Max identifies your aerobic ceiling, RMR sets your fuelling baseline and DEXA tracks lean mass changes across a training block.

What is the difference between DEXA, VO2 Max and RMR?

DEXA measures what your body is made of (fat, muscle, bone). VO2 Max measures how fit you are (your aerobic ceiling). RMR measures how many calories you burn at rest (your metabolic baseline). They answer completely different questions, which is why most clients book all three together to get a full picture of body, fitness and metabolism. All three are available at Evolve Fitness, Timperley, individually or in any combination in a single session.

Which test should I start with?

It depends on your goal. For body recomposition, weight loss or bone health, start with DEXA. For endurance training or sport performance, start with VO2 Max. For nutrition planning or calorie targets, start with RMR. If you're not sure, the DEXA + RMR bundle is the most popular starting point because it gives you both your body composition and your metabolism in one session. All options are bookable at Evolve Fitness, Timperley, with free on-site parking.

How often should I get re-tested?

Most clients book DEXA every 3 to 6 months to track body composition changes. VO2 Max is typically re-tested every 6 to 12 months or before a major event (Altrincham 10K, Manchester Marathon, a triathlon, season start). RMR is more stable and usually only needs repeating if you've had significant weight change or a big shift in training load.

Can you bring the scanner to my gym in Altrincham or Trafford?

Yes, that's our model. TELOMYX is a mobile clinical-grade service. If you run a gym, sports club, workplace wellness programme or training facility anywhere across Trafford, including Hale, Sale, Broadheath, Timperley or the surrounding area, we can run a full DEXA + VO2 + RMR session on-site. Get in touch for partnership pricing.

How do I get to Evolve Fitness in Timperley?

Evolve Fitness is at Unit 8, Crown Industrial Estate, Canal Road, Timperley, Altrincham, WA14 1TD. By Metrolink or rail: roughly 10 to 12 minutes from Navigation Road or Timperley stops, and about 15 minutes from Altrincham Interchange. By car: free on-site parking is available for all TELOMYX clients on the estate.

Will my results be explained to me on the day?

Yes, for every test. As part of every session, a member of the TELOMYX team will walk you through your results and give you targeted recommendations based on your own biology and goals, not a generic explanation but specific next steps for you. Your full medical PDF report follows by email within 48 hours, ready to share with your coach, GP or dietitian. This results walkthrough happens at your Altrincham appointment at Evolve Fitness before you leave.

Will my private health insurance cover the cost?

Most UK private health insurance policies don't routinely cover preventative DEXA, VO2 Max or RMR testing as they're considered wellness or performance rather than medical necessity. If your scan is for a clinical reason (for example, low bone density investigation), check with your insurer. We can provide a full medical report and referral letter to support any claim.

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Single tests from £110. Multi-test bundles available. Full medical report within 48 hours.

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