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The Role of the Doubly Labeled Water Method in Athletic Performance
Accurate measurement of energy expenditure is vital for understanding an athlete's energy balance, which influences training, recovery, and overall performance. By knowing how much energy an athlete expends, coaches and nutritionists can tailor training programs and dietary plans to meet individual needs, enhancing performance and reducing the risk of injury and overtraining.

The mitochondria: function, implications of dysfunction, and actions you can take to promote mitochondrial health
Mitochondria... “the powerhouse of the cell.” But what does that really mean? And more importantly, what does that mean for metabolism? Follow along to find out!

Implications of Precision Metabolic Testing Using Doubly Labeled Water
DLW has many uses, from exploring the limits of the human metabolism, to understanding the relationship between exercise and body comp, is there anything it can't do? Check out our latest blog post on the implications of DLW, and where Calorify is taking it!

Jay’s Story
Jay Stephenson from Run Free Training has now tested twice with Calorify; This is the story of how he used his Calorify results to make big changes in his lifestyle, prompting big body composition and training improvements.

A Deep Dive into Doubly Labeled Water
Dive into the science of metabolism with Calorify's latest blog post! Discover how doubly labeled water becomes your body's metabolic storyteller, tracking energy expenditure like never before. From its isotopic fingerprint to historical roots, we're demystifying DLW and how it's reshaping metabolic research.

Navigating Myths: the Truth About Metabolic Rate and its (non)Effect on Obesity
Debunking myths about metabolic rate and obesity! Contrary to common beliefs, individuals with obesity don't necessarily have a slow metabolism, emphasizing the importance of caloric balance in weight management (not to mention measuring it with Calorify!).

Unraveling the Complexities of Energy Expenditure Across the Lifespan
Explore the intricacies of energy expenditure across the lifespan in our latest blog post. We delve into groundbreaking research to discover the four distinct stages in human metabolism, from infancy to older adulthood.

Beyond Calories: DLW's Exciting Adventures
Did you know that the doubly labeled water (DLW) method is used for far more than measuring your energy budget? Let's embark on a fascinating journey exploring the cool and unexpected applications of DLW in various corners of the natural world - and beyond!

Calorify vs Other Tests
Ever wonder if you can access all the incredible metrics Calorify offers without taking a Calorify test? The short answer is no. The long answer is you can try but... it'll take a lot of time and money and you'll still miss a lot of key data the Calorify test offers.

How to Use Calorify to Reach New Heights
Hear from our Founder and CEO, Hari Mix, on how he used Calorify to train for some serious alpine climbing!

Your smartwatch is lying to you.
Spoiler: your smartwatch is lying to you. Calorify’s measurement reveals how bad wearables are at counting calories.

When should I repeat test?
At Calorify, we know that no body burns the same, so everybody has different testing needs. In this post, we’ll walk through three of the most common scenarios.