This article is general information, not medical advice. Always go over your results with your doctor.
The numbers people ask me about most
LDL cholesterol is often called the “bad” cholesterol. Higher levels are linked to a higher risk of heart disease.
HDL cholesterol is often called the “good” cholesterol.
Triglycerides are a type of fat in your blood. They often run high with extra body fat, a lot of sugar, or a lot of alcohol.
A1C shows your average blood sugar over roughly the past two to three months.
Blood pressure isn't part of a blood test, but it's usually checked at the same visit, and it matters just as much.
How habits can move these numbers
For many people, regular exercise, better eating, better sleep, and losing extra body fat can improve some of these numbers. Not everyone responds the same way. Genes play a big role, and some people need medication no matter how well they live. That's a call for your doctor.
I've seen real changes with my clients. Aaron's LDL dropped 26 points and his triglycerides dropped 15 points in four months while he lost 26 pounds. Michael P.'s blood pressure came back to normal in eight months.
“My doctor commented on how noticeably different the bloodwork was. All the cholesterol issues I had before, gone in six months.”
Tony B., entertainment
How I use your labs in coaching
When you share your results with me, we go over them together. I help you understand what they mean for your training, food, sleep, and stress.
Then we set goals that match. Your next checkup shows us whether the plan is working. Your doctor decides how often you get tested.
I'm a coach, not a doctor, and this isn't medical care. Lab fees are separate.
Where to start
Pull up your last lab results and look for these numbers. If you want someone to help you turn them into a plan, read about executive fitness coaching.