Sports and Health Testing Services
Understand your health. Measure your performance. Unlock your potential.
At the University of Northampton, our Sport and Wellbeing Testing Services provide professional, evidence-based testing for athletes, teams, organisations, businesses and individuals. Delivered by experienced sport and exercise scientists, our services combine specialist technology, university expertise and practical recommendations to give you meaningful insights that can support performance, health and wellbeing.
Our comprehensive range of services includes VO₂max and lactate profiling, speed and agility testing, force plate analysis, isokinetic strength testing, movement screening, body composition analysis and health and wellbeing assessments, including blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and HbA1c testing. We can also develop bespoke testing packages to meet the specific needs of individuals, teams, organisations and corporate clients.
Whether you are an elite athlete looking to optimise performance, a sports team seeking objective testing to inform training, or an organisation looking to support the health and wellbeing of your workforce, our expert team can provide the testing, insight and guidance you need.
From performance testing to preventative health, we turn data into actionable insight.
Services
Sport Science and Wellbeing Services
One-to-One Strength and Conditioning Session (1 hour)
Price: £55
A needs analysis of your sport will be carried out before an hour-long gym based strength and conditioning session will be undertaken with the aims of improving performance and preventing injury. Individual programmes can be provided.
Group Strength and Conditioning Session (1 hour)
Price: £80
A needs analysis of your sport will be carried out before an hour long gym-based strength and conditioning session will be undertaken with the aims of improving performance and preventing injury. Team-based programmes can be provided.
Unlock a deeper understanding of your endurance performance with our VO₂max and lactate profiling service, combining advanced metabolic testing with precise blood lactate analysis. Identify your aerobic and anaerobic thresholds, optimise training zones, and gain data-driven insights to maximise performance, efficiency, and long-term progress.
VO2 Max Price: £100
Speed & Agility Test Price: £30
Using our specialist force decks software, we can analyse your jump and force velocity profile. From this, we can look for asymmetries, jump height and rate of force development, which can guide programming around optimising force development and performance.
Price: £30
Using bio-dex machinery, we can assess strength capacities both concentrically, eccentrically and isometrically. From here, we can identify Hamstring/ Quadricep ratios to help guide programming around injury prevention.
Price: £120
Through the fundamental movement screen, we can evaluate seven fundamental movement patterns seeking opportunities for enhancing movement patterns. Inefficient movement patterns may lead to limited performance improvements and prevent the body from being as adaptable and durable as possible. Feedback and programming around the screen can be provided.
Price: £45
Our ISAK qualified staff can assess your body composition using the sum of 8 skinfold measure. From here, quality estimates of body fat and muscle mass percentages can be provided, which can also be tracked over time.
Price: £60
Unlock your body’s fat-burning potential with our FATmax Test.
FATmax testing is an advanced exercise assessment that identifies the intensity at which your body burns the greatest amount of fat for energy. Using specialist equipment to measure your breathing and oxygen consumption during exercise, we can determine your optimal training zone for improving endurance, supporting weight management, and enhancing metabolic health.
Whether you’re an athlete looking to optimise performance, preparing for an endurance event, or aiming to lose weight more effectively, FATmax testing provides personalised data to help you train smarter—not harder.
Following your assessment, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining your FATmax heart rate and training zones, together with practical guidance on how to incorporate the results into your exercise programme.
Personalised metabolic testing to help you achieve your health and performance goals.
Price: £95
Take a proactive approach to your health with our comprehensive Wellbeing Check. In just one appointment, you’ll receive a range of essential health measurements to help you understand your current health and identify any potential risk factors.
Your wellbeing check includes:
- Blood Pressure (BP)
- Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Cholesterol
- Blood Glucose
- Height (Stature)
- Weight (Mass)
- Timed Up and Go (Mobility Assessment)
Whether you’re looking to monitor your general health, establish a baseline, or simply gain peace of mind, this affordable health check provides valuable insights into your cardiovascular health, diabetes risk, weight management, and mobility.
Our healthcare professionals will explain your results and, where appropriate, provide advice on lifestyle changes or recommend further assessment if needed.
A simple investment in your long-term health and wellbeing.
Price: £35
Know your numbers and take control of your heart health with our quick and convenient Cholesterol Test.
High cholesterol often has no symptoms, making regular testing one of the best ways to identify your risk of heart disease and stroke. Our simple finger-prick test measures your cholesterol levels, providing fast and reliable results during your appointment.
Whether you have a family history of high cholesterol, want to monitor your cardiovascular health, or are simply looking for peace of mind, our cholesterol test offers valuable insights into your wellbeing.
Following your test, one of our healthcare professionals will explain your results, discuss what they mean for your health, and provide practical advice on lifestyle changes or recommend further assessment if required.
A simple step towards protecting your heart and maintaining your long-term health.
Price: £30
Take control of your health with our quick and convenient HbA1c test.
Whether you’re concerned about your risk of diabetes, have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or simply want to keep track of your long-term blood sugar levels, an HbA1c test provides valuable insight into your health.
Unlike a standard blood glucose test, HbA1c measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months, giving a more complete picture of how your body is managing glucose over time.
Early detection is key. If you’re at risk of developing diabetes, an HbA1c test can help identify changes before symptoms develop, allowing you to take positive steps towards better health. For those living with diabetes, regular testing helps monitor how well your treatment and lifestyle changes are working, supporting informed decisions about your ongoing care.
Book your HbA1c test today for fast, reliable results and greater peace of mind.
Price: £45
Monitor your blood sugar levels with our quick and convenient Fasting Blood Glucose Test.
This simple finger-prick blood test measures your blood glucose level after an overnight fast, helping to identify signs of pre-diabetes or diabetes. It can also be used to monitor blood sugar control if you have an existing diagnosis or have been advised to check your glucose levels regularly.
A fasting blood glucose test provides a snapshot of your current blood sugar level and is often recommended if you have risk factors such as a family history of diabetes, being overweight, high blood pressure, or symptoms including increased thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained tiredness.
Our healthcare professionals will explain your results during your appointment and, where appropriate, provide advice on healthy lifestyle changes or recommend further testing or follow-up with your GP.
A quick, reliable way to better understand your health.
Price: £25
Our 12-lead Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a quick, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. The procedure takes just a few minutes and can be requested for routine health monitoring, insurance purposes, pre-employment medicals, or at the request of your GP or specialist.
During the appointment, electrodes are placed on your chest, arms, and legs to produce a detailed recording of your heart’s electrical activity. You will receive a printed or electronic copy of your ECG trace to take away.
Please note: This service is for ECG recording only. No clinical interpretation or assessment is provided during your appointment. Your ECG should be reviewed by your GP, cardiologist, or other suitably qualified healthcare professional, who can interpret the results within the context of your medical history and symptoms.
A fast, professional ECG recording with a high-quality trace for onward clinical review.
Price: £40
Available on request.
