
Human Performance Lab

Using state-of-the-art equipment and procedures that are considered the “gold standard”
for measuring physiological processes, we can give you data that is specific to you,
not a theoretical number based on your age, gender, height, and weight. Using this
data we then help guide you in formulating a plan so you can more efficiently and
effectively pursue your goals, whatever they might be! Whether it’s improved performance
and times in athletic events, weight loss, better health, or a “checkup.”
- Take personal responsibility for your health
- Improve your athletic performance
- Reach your health and fitness goals
- Lose weight

For Appointments
Please fill out the form below to submit a request for testing. You will be contacted
soon after the form has been submitted to confirm your test time.
If you have further questions, please contact Professor Mike Boyd (Director of the Human Performance Lab) at 423.236.2854 or mboyd@southern.edu.
Tests Available
Metabolic Efficiency Testing will include each person completing three pre tests and
three post tests (which usually is scheduled about 8 weeks after the pre test):
- Resting Metabolic Rate Test
- Bod Pod Test for calculating body fat percentage
- Sub-Maximal Threshold Walking Treadmill Test or Bike Test.

Rates
Individual Client Rate: $225.00 per person
Corporate or Group Rate (4 or more individuals): $175 per person.
Payment
For paid testing, payment needs to be made at the front desk of the Hulsey Wellness Center and is due at the time of the first visit. Billing is not available. We accept credit and debit cards, cash, or check.
Individual Client Rate: $225.00 per person
Corporate or Group Rate (4 or more individuals): $175 per person.
Payment
For paid testing, payment needs to be made at the front desk of the Hulsey Wellness Center and is due at the time of the first visit. Billing is not available. We accept credit and debit cards, cash, or check.

Lab Hours
Mondays: 6 - 10 a.m. (Paid Testing Only - Fee Required)
Tuesdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Wednesdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (PEAC-235 Personal Conditioning Student Testing-No Charge)
Thursdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Fridays: 6 - 9 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Location
The lab is on the second floor of the Hulsey Wellness Center.
Instructions Prior to Testing
Please review and follow the instructions prior to testing so you will have accurate results when doing the tests.
Mondays: 6 - 10 a.m. (Paid Testing Only - Fee Required)
Tuesdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Wednesdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (PEAC-235 Personal Conditioning Student Testing-No Charge)
Thursdays: 6 - 10 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Fridays: 6 - 9 a.m. (SAU Students/Staff Testing-No Charge)
Location
The lab is on the second floor of the Hulsey Wellness Center.
Instructions Prior to Testing
Please review and follow the instructions prior to testing so you will have accurate results when doing the tests.