In this episode, Vanessa Leone is joined by Rhys James and Jesse O'Sullivan from Technogym to discuss the importance of wellness testing and the innovative Checkup tool. They explore various aspects of health, including strength, power, cardio, body composition, mobility, and cognitive health. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding one's WellnessAge, which provides a more accurate representation of health compared to chronological age. The hosts share insights on how different tests can be tailored to various demographics and the role of technology in enhancing fitness assessments.

You’ll learn about:

Wellness Age is a new metric to track health and longevity: it provides a more accurate representation of health than chronological age.

Strength and cardio are fundamental components of wellness.

VO2 max is a key indicator of cardiovascular health.

Body composition metrics include muscle mass and hydration.

Cognitive health is as important as physical health.

Our Favourite quotable moments:

"Wellness Age is a new metric to track health." - Rhys

"Power testing is crucial for functional fitness." - Jesse

"Testing can help identify areas for improvement." - Jesse

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About Rhys James

Rhys is a highly qualified and dedicated wellness professional with a multidisciplinary approach to knowledge sharing. Passionate about practical learning, he has gained diverse experience, from professional soccer to public health and wellness in leisure settings. Most recently, he served as a Technogym Ambassador and Trainer at the 2024 Olympic Games in Tahiti, supporting surfers and coaches. Currently, as Wellness Institute & Community Manager for Technogym Australia, he aims to expand the Technogym Network through education. Previously, Rhys worked at Technogym’s Headquarters in Italy, experiencing cutting-edge R&D from concept to launch.

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rhysj.94/

About Jesse O’Sullivan

Jesse O’Sullivan is an Exercise Physiologist, Online Coach, and Technogym Educator dedicated to better the lives of Australians through healthy living. As the founder of Project U.P., he provides structured coaching programs that optimise strength, endurance, and mental discipline. Jesse specialises in guiding high-performing men through tailored training, nutrition, and accountability systems while also navigating injuries and clinical conditions to ensure sustainable progress. Now expanding into corporate wellness, he helps professionals integrate fitness into their demanding lifestyles to improve performance, energy, and resilience in both work and life.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesse.healthcoach/

 https://www.instagram.com/project.u.p/

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