How Often Should You Pay for a Body Fat Test? (And What’s a Smart Schedule?)

Testing Once Is Good, But Testing Over Time Is Where the Value Really Shows

A single body fat test can give you a useful snapshot. But if you’re trying to lose fat, gain muscle, or just stay accountable, regular testing is where the magic happens.

At Excel Health & Fitness, we use Fit3D body scans because they’re fast, detailed, and easy to repeat over time. But the real question is, how often should you scan, and is it worth paying for multiple sessions?

Let’s break it down.

How Often You Should Test (Based on Your Goals)

If You're Focused on Fat Loss

  • Recommended testing: Every 4 to 6 weeks

  • Why: This gives you time to make changes and see real progress

  • Bonus: Helps you stay motivated when the scale stalls

If You're Building Muscle

  • Recommended testing: Every 6 to 8 weeks

  • Why: Muscle builds slowly, so you want enough time between scans to see change

If You're Maintaining or Just Curious

  • Recommended testing: Every 2 to 3 months

  • Why: Keeps you aware and on track without overdoing it

Testing too often can make small fluctuations feel bigger than they are. Testing regularly but with enough time between sessions keeps your focus on trends, not day-to-day noise.

Is It Worth Paying Multiple Times?

Short answer ,yes, if you’re using the data.

Here’s what repeat Fit3D scans give you that one-time tests can’t:

  • A visual record of how your body is changing

  • Precise measurements that show what’s working

  • Motivation to stick with your program

  • A chance to adjust before you plateau

At Excel, each scan stands alone, no package required. You can pay as you go, whether it’s every month, every few months, or just once a year.

Our Pricing for Repeat Testing

  • Members: First scan is free, then $35 each

  • Non-members: $49 per scan

  • No required packages

  • No contracts

  • No upsells

You can test as often or as little as you like, but the real value comes from consistency, especially if you’re serious about results.

Tip: Set a Reminder

Many of our clients scan on the same day every month, or after every phase of their fitness plan. It becomes a routine, just like meal prep or workout check-ins.

You don’t need to obsess over numbers. But testing consistently gives you an honest view of what’s happening, beyond what the mirror or the scale can tell you.