Active individuals who want a structured medical and performance review.
Specialist checks
Sports Health Check.
Sports Health Check is a doctor-led private health check in London. An in-depth assessment for active individuals and athletes seeking to optimise performance and reduce injury risk.
Dr Ahmed Bachelani
Doctor-led interpretation
Results reviewed in clinical context.
Health checks are most useful when results are interpreted by an experienced doctor. Dr Ahmed Bachelani is Medical Director and a General Practitioner at London Harley Street Practice, with over 25 years of medical expertise and qualifications including MBBS, MRCP, MRCGP, DOccMed and BSc.
Over 25 years medical expertise
Member of RCP and RCGP
Occupational health experience
Athletes seeking testing beyond a standard annual health check.
Patients who want cardiovascular and musculoskeletal assessment considered together.
- Medical history, examination, and body composition
- Blood tests and resting ECG
- Grip strength and CPET (cardiopulmonary exercise test)
- Musculoskeletal assessment
- Detailed performance report and follow-up
Plan the assessment
The clinic confirms scheduling and any preparation needed for exercise testing.
Complete medical and performance tests
The package combines clinical review, blood tests, ECG, grip strength, CPET, and musculoskeletal assessment.
Receive a detailed report
Findings are brought together in a performance-focused report with follow-up.
Preparation
The clinic will confirm exercise testing preparation. Bring training history, injury history, medicines, and relevant previous results.
Results
Findings are interpreted as part of a performance and injury-risk picture rather than as isolated tests.
Follow-up
Follow-up is included to discuss the performance report and recommended next steps.
How this health check fits into preventative care
A private health check is most useful when the tests are interpreted alongside your medical history, family history, lifestyle, symptoms, medicines, and examination findings. The aim is not simply to collect results, but to help you understand what they mean and what, if anything, should happen next.
This check gives your doctor a structured way to assess relevant risk markers and discuss practical next steps. Some patients use it as an annual baseline, while others book because they have reached a particular age, have a family history of disease, or want a more detailed review than a short GP appointment can usually provide.
If the package is too narrow or too broad for your circumstances, the clinic can advise before or during the appointment. You can also compare this check with adjacent options on the pricing page, including shorter screens and more comprehensive packages with imaging or extended follow-up.
Is CPET included?
Yes. The Sports Health Check includes CPET, a cardiopulmonary exercise test.
Is this only for professional athletes?
No. It is suitable for active individuals who want a more detailed performance-focused review.
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