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Functional Capacity Benchmarks

Meaning

Functional Capacity Benchmarks are quantitative, objective metrics used in clinical practice to assess an individual’s current physiological reserve and performance across key domains, including cardiovascular, metabolic, cognitive, and musculoskeletal health. These benchmarks serve as a standardized reference point against which the effects of aging or therapeutic interventions are measured, moving beyond subjective symptoms to verifiable physiological data. Establishing and tracking these metrics allows for the precise evaluation of healthspan extension strategies and the efficacy of optimization protocols.