Human Performance Laboratory
The Human Performance Laboratory is an advanced research facility housed in the Exercise and Nutrition Science graduate program at Lipscomb University. The Human Performance is designed for the assessment of a variety of aspects of human performance and physical fitness including cardiovascular endurance, pulmonary function, muscular strength and power, body composition, flexibility, and blood markers.
Beyond our research goals, the lab provides undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to use some of the most advanced equipment in their field of study, gain experience in conducting scientific research, and develop skills necessary to become exceptional researchers and practitioners.
Electromyography (EMG) System (NORAXON): Allows the non-invasive measurement of the electrical activity of individual muscles or muscle groups.
Metabolic Measurement System (True One 2400, Sandy, Utah): uses indirect calorimetry to allow the assessment of VO2max, when used in conjunction with a motorized treadmill or cycle ergometer.
Monark Ergomedic 828 E Bike (7): Bikes designed for fitness testing and power output.
Lode Excalibur Cycle Ergometer: This electronically braked ergometer is considered by many to be the "gold standard in ergometry” this highly adjustable device can handle high workloads that are characteristic of today’s athletes.
Strength & Power Testing
Rogue S4 Monster Lite Power Rack: 11-gauge steel power rack with custom power platform. This customizable power rack allows for measurement of maximal muscular strength and power.
Dual Force Plates (PASCO®): Used to measure ground reaction forces generated by the body either standing or moving across on them. These dual force plates are designed to quantify vertical jump power, isometric mid-thigh pull power, balance, gait, and other parameters of biomechanics.
Biodex Isokinetic Dynamometer (BIODEX): Multi-joint isokinetic machine used to assess neuromuscular control, imbalances, range of motion and strength.
Monark 894 E Anaerobic Peak Bike: Bicycle testing device used for the Wingate 30-second Anaerobic Power test.
Baseline Hydraulic Hand-Grip Dynamometers (2): A device used for accurate measurement of force exerted by hand-grip.
Body Composition Analysis
GE Healthcare Logiq e Portable Ultrasound Instrument: Safe, non-invasive, portable device with the capability to measure and analyze muscle size and architecture.
BOD POD® Plethysmography: Utilizes air displacement technology for precise assessment of total body fat and lean body mass.
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis InBody770 (2): Resistance against an unnoticeable electrical current sent through the body in order to non-invasively determine fat and fat-free mass.
Lange Skin Fold Calipers: Designed for the measurement of skin thickness measurements for estimation of body fat percentage.
Health-o-Meter Professional Scale: Highly accurate, medical-grade weighing scale.
Functional Performance and Wellness
HUMAC Balance System (CSMi): Computerized Balance Measurement and Training System used for assessing balance, stability and center of pressure.
Sit-and-Reach Box: Apparatus that is used for testing range of motion and flexibility
PostureZone Grid: Posture grid which allows for assessment of postural and balance changes.
Functional Movement Screening (FMS) Measurement System: Assessment tool designed for use in conjunction with FMS screenings providing a simple grading system to assess athlete/patient movement.
Biochemical Analysis
Lactate Pro Scout Analyzer (4): Portable devices with the capability to reliably measure blood lactate
Blood Glucose Analyzer: Quick and reliable means for blood glucose measurement
Ultralow Freezer: Capability to preserve biological samples (Saliva, Blood, tissues) for later analysis in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Laboratory