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Main Office: Sharks Medical Centre, 12 Isaiah Ntshangase Road, Stamford hill, Durban, 4001
Through our National Footprint with strategic partners we also offer assessments in the following cities: Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein, Johannesburg and Pretoria
Phone: 031 312 7506
Email: [email protected]
Mon-Fri: 08:00 – 16:30
Sat: 08:00 – 12:00
Sun: Closed
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Hello there! Welcome to Legacy Med, where our mission is to empower you with exceptional executive medical services. We believe that by prioritizing your health, we can contribute to creating a healthier, more productive workforce and contribute to the growth of South Africa.
We strongly believe in the importance of preventative medicine, especially in addressing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like heart attacks, strokes, and cancers, which are projected to be the leading causes of death by 2030.
Our assessments are designed not only to educate you on lifestyle risks but also to screen for and recognize potential health issues early on. By conducting these assessments annually and tracking objective measurements and trends, we aim to provide valuable insights into your health and promote preventive measures.
Moreover, we offer anonymized synopses of a company’s well-being for employers, enabling them to identify specific concerns or trends over time.
During your assessment, our objectives include:
This initial step involves:
During this phase, you’ll undergo:
After your consultation, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive individual report, which includes cumulative yearly data and individual comments from the doctor and biokineticist. Referrals are given if there are any concerning results. It’s important to note that all of this information is strictly confidential and not shared with your employer.
Undergoing regular health assessments offers numerous benefits, including:
In summary, health assessments provide valuable insights, personalized recommendations, and the opportunity for proactive health management, positively impacting your overall well-being and long-term health outcomes. We believe that investing in your health is essential for your happiness and success.
Welcome aboard, and let’s prioritise your health together!
| Men body fat percentage (%) norms | ||||||
| Age (yr) | ||||||
| 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | |
| Very lean | 4.2 – 6.4 | 7.3-10.3 | 9.5-13 | 11.1-14.9 | 12-16.1 | 13.6-15.5 |
| Excellent | 7.9-10.5 | 12.5-14.9 | 15-17.5 | 17-19.4 | 18.1-20.2 | 17.5-20.2 |
| Good | 11.5 – 14.8 | 15.9-18.4 | 18.5-20.8 | 20.2-22.3 | 21-23 | 21.1-22.9 |
| Fair | 15.8-18.6 | 19.2-21.6 | 21.4-23.5 | 23-24.9 | 23.6-25.6 | 23.6-25.2 |
| Poor | 19.8-23.3 | 22.4-25.1 | 24.2-26.6 | 25.6-28.1 | 26.4-28.8 | 25.7-28 |
| Very poor | 25.1-33.7 | 26.4-34.4 | 27.7-35.2 | 29.2-36.4 | 29.8-37.2 | 29.3-37.3 |
| Woman body fat percentage (%) norms | ||||||
| Age (yr) | ||||||
| 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | |
| Very lean | 11.4-14.1 | 11-13.8 | 11.7-15.2 | 13.8-17.7 | 13.8-17.7 | 13.7-16.4 |
| Excellent | 15.2-16.1 | 15.5-16.5 | 16.8-18.2 | 19.1-20.8 | 20.1-22 | 18.8-21.2 |
| Good | 16.8-20 | 17.5-21 | 19.5-23.6 | 22.3-26.6 | 23.2-27.5 | 23.6-26.3 |
| Fair | 20.7-23.5 | 22-24.8 | 24.6-27.4 | 27.4-30 | 28.3-30.8 | 27.1-30 |
| Poor | 24.4-28.6 | 25.8-29.6 | 28.3-31.9 | 30.7-33.8 | 31.5-34.4 | 30.9-33.6 |
| Very poor | 30.9-38.4 | 31.4-39 | 33.4-39 | 34.9-39.8 | 35.4-40.3 | 35-40 |
| Fitness Categories for the Push-Up by age and Sex | ||||||||||
| Category | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | |||||
| Sex | Male | Female | Male | Female | Male | Female | Male | Female | Male | Female |
| Excellent | ≥36 | ≥30 | ≥30 | ≥27 | ≥25 | ≥24 | ≥21 | ≥21 | ≥18 | ≥17 |
| Very good | 29-35 | 21-29 | 22-29 | 20-26 | 17-24 | 15-23 | 13-20 | 11-20 | 11-17 | 12-16 |
| Good | 22-28 | 15-20 | 17-21 | 13-19 | 13-16 | 11-14 | 10-12 | 7-10 | 8-10 | 5-11 |
| Fair | 17-21 | 10-14 | 12-16 | 8-12 | 10-12 | 5-10 | 7-9 | 2-6 | 5-7 | 2-4 |
| Poor | ≤16 | ≤9 | ≤11 | ≤7 | ≤9 | ≤4 | ≤6 | ≤1 | ≤4 | ≤1 |
Please enter the details below to calculate the V02 Max of your client.
| Male: Age (ml/kg/min) | ||||||
| Rating | 18-25 | 26-35 | 36-45 | 46-55 | 56-65 | 65+ |
| Excellent | >60 | >56 | >51 | >46 | >41 | >37 |
| Good | 52-59.9 | 49-55.9 | 43-50.9 | 39-44.9 | 36-40.9 | 33-36.9 |
| Above Average (norm) | 47-51.9 | 43-48.9 | 39-42.9 | 35-38.9 | 32-35.9 | 29-32.9 |
| Average | 42-46.9 | 40-42.9 | 35-38.9 | 32-35.9 | 30-31.9 | 26-28.9 |
| Below Average | 37-41.9 | 35-39.9 | 31-34.9 | 29-31.9 | 26-29.9 | 22-25.9 |
| Poor | 30-36.9 | 30-34.9 | 26-30.9 | 25-28.9 | 22-25.9 | 20-21.9 |
| Very poor | <29.9 | <29.9 | <25.9 | <24.9 | <21.9 | <19.9 |
| Female: Age (ml/kg/min) | ||||||
| Rating | 18-25 | 26-35 | 36-45 | 46-55 | 56-65 | 65+ |
| Excellent | >56 | >52 | >45 | >40 | >37 | >32 |
| Good | 47-56.9 | 45-51.9 | 38-44.9 | 34-39.9 | 32-36.9 | 28-31.9 |
| Above Average (norm) | 42-46.9 | 39-44.9 | 34-37.9 | 31-33.9 | 28-31.9 | 25-27.9 |
| Average | 38-41.9 | 35-38.9 | 31-33.9 | 28-30.9 | 25-27.9 | 22-24.9 |
| Below Average | 33-37.9 | 31-34.9 | 27-30.9 | 25-27.9 | 22-24.9 | 19-21.9 |
| Poor | 28-32.9 | 30-34.9 | 22-26.9 | 20-24.9 | 18-21.9 | 20-2117-18.8 |
| Very poor | <27.9 | <25.9 | <21.9 | <19.9 | <17.9 | <16.9 |
We will email you the required blood forms with the confirmation of your booking. Please ensure that the laboratory investigations and questionnaire are done 72 hrs prior to your appointment.
Please click on the Laboratory logo you would like to visit to open up their locator map.
The assessment typically lasts for about 90 minutes. Please make sure to arrive a little earlier than the scheduled time to accommodate any additional time needed for changing and providing a urine sample.
Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the areas being assessed. Simple exercise clothes are recommended, as cycling for up to ten minutes might be necessary.
There are a number of overlapping measurements between our assessment and those mentioned above. These forms can be completed during the medical. However, please upload completed forms to our portal or bring them with you to the assessment.
The final report may take one to two weeks to finalise. We prioritise ensuring its accuracy, hence the time invested.
If you encounter any errors when trying to submit your form, please ensure that you have filled out all required fields. If you have done so and still encounter errors please contact us for further assistance.
