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Health & Performance Testing in Widnes

Widnes sits between Liverpool and Warrington, but clinical body-composition and fitness testing has always meant a drive into one of them. TELOMYX brings hospital-grade DEXA, VO2 Max and RMR equipment to TransFit on Cross Street instead, with a full medical report inside 48 hours and your DEXA referral handled in-house by our NHS doctor. No GP appointment, no city-centre trip.

From £110 per test

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NHS-trained · DEXA referral provided in-house · Full medical report within 48 hours

Tests we offer in Widnes

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 Widnes | TELOMYX body composition plus resting metabolic rate at TransFit

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 Widnes | TELOMYX mobile clinic at TransFit, Cross Street

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 Widnes | TELOMYX treadmill-based aerobic capacity testing at TransFit

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 Widnes | TELOMYX mobile metabolic testing at TransFit

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 Widnes

TELOMYX is mobile. We bring hospital-grade testing equipment to TransFit on Cross Street, Widnes, and to partner gyms and workplaces across Cheshire. Serving Appleton, Farnworth, Ditton, Hough Green, Cronton, Hale and the wider Halton area.

TransFit (Widnes)

Unit 1, Cross Street
Widnes, Cheshire
WA8 6HS

Tests available: DEXA, VO2 Max, RMR

Our Widnes venue, based at TransFit on Cross Street, close to the town centre and a few minutes from the Mersey Gateway. All three tests available; book any combination in a single session (~75 minutes for full DEXA + VO2 + RMR). On-site parking for all TELOMYX clients. A strength-and-conditioning gym, so a natural home for body-composition and performance testing.

Opening
TELOMYX clinics by appointment. Contact us for available slots.
Nearest station
Widnes (~5 min drive) · Hough Green (~6 min drive)
Parking
On-site parking available for all TELOMYX clients at TransFit.
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 Widnes

Widnes has no fixed-location body-composition clinic of its own. The nearest options mean a drive into Liverpool city centre or out towards Manchester, and fixed clinics mean you travel to them. If you live in Appleton, train in Farnworth or work shifts near the Mersey Gateway, that is a half-day errand for a short test. TELOMYX brings the same clinical-grade equipment to TransFit on Cross Street, in the middle of town.

  • Clinical-grade Hologic DEXA scanner, the same technology used in NHS bone-density and research clinics. Available at TransFit, Cross Street, Widnes (WA8 6HS), with on-site parking and no drive into Liverpool or Manchester for an appointment.
  • Metabolic cart VO2 Max, not consumer wearables. The gold standard for aerobic capacity. Tested at TransFit, no university lab waiting list.
  • Full medical report within 48 hours, not a one-page printout. Ready to share with your Halton GP, consultant or sports coach.
  • Founded by an NHS doctor. No supplements, no transformations, no upsells. Clinically led and serving the North West.

Why Widnes clients book TELOMYX

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

  • Health screening where it matters most. Halton has premature cardiovascular death rates significantly above the England average, and a 13-year life-expectancy gap between its most and least deprived wards, Halton Lea against Daresbury, Moore and Sandymoor (Halton JSNA 2024). Visceral fat, measured directly and accurately only by DEXA, is one of the primary modifiable cardiovascular risk factors. A DEXA scan gives you a VAT measurement in grams; paired with an RMR it builds a clinical-grade cardiovascular and metabolic baseline before symptoms appear, with no GP referral wait.
  • Tracking parkrun progress. Regulars at Widnes parkrun in Victoria Park, and parents whose children run Widnes junior parkrun, who want to know whether a 5K time reflects a real fitness gain or just a good Saturday. VO2 Max and RMR together answer that objectively.
  • Couch to 5K and club running. Members of Widnes Running Club, and graduates of its Couch to 5K programme, who want a measured baseline to build from rather than guessing off a watch. A VO2 Max test sets honest heart-rate zones; an RMR test underpins the nutrition.
  • Rugby league strength and conditioning. Widnes is a rugby league town through and through, the home of the Widnes Vikings at the DCBL Stadium. Players and gym-goers across the area who want to know whether a training block added lean tissue use DEXA, the only scan that separates muscle, water and fat in grams, by limb.
  • Big-city races without the big-city clinic. Widnes runners training for the Liverpool and Mersey race calendar who want data-driven zones and fuelling, but would rather test locally in town than drive into Liverpool for it.

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 Widnes

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Book online in 60 seconds. Pick your test (DEXA, VO2 Max, RMR, or a bundle) and choose a slot at TransFit, Unit 1 Cross Street, Widnes, WA8 6HS. 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 TransFit. 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 Widnes clients say

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

★★★★★

"Train at TransFit a few times a week and assumed the work was paying off. The DEXA showed I'd added lean muscle but my visceral fat had crept up too. Gave me a proper baseline and changed how I approached my next block. Brilliant to have it done in Widnes rather than driving into Liverpool."
· Appleton · DEXA

★★★★★

"Did the VO2 Max after finishing Couch to 5K with the running club. Found out my easy runs were far too hard and got proper zones to train to. My Widnes parkrun time has come down every month since. The data made all the difference."
· Farnworth · VO2 Max

★★★★★

"My RMR came back around 240 calories below what my fitness app had been telling me, which explained why a careful diet wasn't budging anything. Finally have a real resting number to build my nutrition around, and it was quick and easy at TransFit."
· Hough Green · RMR

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Widnes 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 Widnes can I get tested?

TransFit (Unit 1, Cross Street, Widnes, WA8 6HS) is our Widnes venue, with on-site parking and minutes from the town centre and the Mersey Gateway. Because TELOMYX is mobile, we can also bring our DEXA, VO2 Max and RMR equipment to your gym or workplace anywhere across Cheshire and Halton, including Appleton, Farnworth, Ditton, Hough Green and the wider area.

How much do tests cost in Widnes?

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 TransFit, Cross Street.

Are your tests suitable for athletes training in Widnes?

Absolutely. We work with rugby league players, runners from Widnes Running Club, cyclists, and strength and team-sport athletes across the Halton area. 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 TransFit, Cross Street, 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 TransFit, Cross Street, with 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 (a Liverpool race, a rugby league season start, a triathlon). 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 Widnes or across Halton?

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 Cheshire and Halton, including Widnes, Runcorn, Appleton, Farnworth or surrounding areas, we can run a full DEXA + VO2 + RMR session on-site. Get in touch for partnership pricing.

How do I get to TransFit in Widnes?

TransFit is at Unit 1, Cross Street, Widnes, WA8 6HS, close to the town centre and a few minutes from the Mersey Gateway. By car: on-site parking is available for all TELOMYX clients. By rail: Widnes station is roughly a 5-minute drive, with Hough Green station nearby.

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 Widnes appointment at TransFit 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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