Graduate students at Eastern Illinois University, under the supervision of faculty members, conduct initial screenings on all new members. Additionally, members undergo a progress screening as needed and an annual re-screen. The initial and annual screenings include:

• a baseline EKG
  
• body composition analysis including skinfolds
  
• BIA (bioelectrical impedence analysis)
  
• BMI (body mass index)
  
• waist/hip ratio
  
• resting blood pressure
  
• height and weight
  
• flexibility and strength tests

A lipid profile screening is also available to participants each year. Once the assessments have been completed, an individualized program is developed for each member.