Why August is the Perfect Time to Get a Baseline of Your Health

Summer has a way of sweeping us off our routines—between travel, social events, and the general vibe of the season, it’s easy to lose touch with the habits that keep us grounded. As August approaches and fall looms on the horizon, many of us feel a natural pull to reset. The back-to-school, back-to-work energy offers a window to realign with your wellness goals. That’s why now is the perfect time to get a baseline of your health and the most effective way to do that is by getting your labs checked.

Why a Health Baseline Matters

Your body is constantly evolving, and your lifestyle choices from what you eat to how you sleep affect everything from your hormones to your cardiovascular health. But unless you have a clear picture of where you currently stand, it’s difficult to make informed choices. Comprehensive lab work gives you that clarity.

Establishing a baseline allows you to:

• Identify nutrient deficiencies or imbalances
• Monitor hormone and metabolic health
• Track cardiovascular markers before symptoms arise
• Personalize your wellness approach moving forward
• Measure progress over time, especially after making lifestyle changes
  
  

Yet, most traditional primary care visits don't offer this kind of depth. Routine lab panels often fall short, testing only the basics, using outdated "normal" ranges that don’t reflect what’s optimal for thriving health.

If you want to reach your health goals by the new year, now is the time to start. Getting your labs done this summer gives you the insight and the time you need to take meaningful action and see results by the end of the year.

Why August Is the Smartest Time to Test

August is the natural transition between summer’s spontaneity and fall’s structure. It’s when we begin to ease back into routines and when life starts to speed up again. From back-to-school demands to the holiday ramp-up, fall can be just as hectic as summer, only in a more structured way. That’s why now is the ideal moment to pause, check in with your body, and lay the foundation for a healthy, productive rest of the year.

Testing now allows you to:

• Establish a proactive care plan for the rest of the year
• Implement changes with enough time to see results by winter
• Boost immunity before cold and flu season
• Refine your nutrition and supplement protocol based on real needs

This is especially important if you're navigating fatigue, brain fog, weight shifts, gut issues, irregular cycles, or chronic stress. These are often signs of deeper imbalances—and labs help bring them into focus.

How Your Lanby Team Supports You

Whether you’re due for your quarterly check-in or want to get back on track, your Care Team is here to guide you:

• Your Lead Physician investigates the “why” behind your symptoms or stagnation
• Your Physician Associate strengthens your defenses before seasonal viruses ramp up
• Your Wellness Advisor fine-tunes your supplement regimen, movement plan, and detox pathways
• Your Member Advocate coordinates any overdue screenings or referrals

Not a member? Our Just The Labs service delivers the same high-touch, personalized experience, no membership required.

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Booking your labs in August puts you ahead of the curve. You’ll be able to:

• Align your nutrition and supplements with what your body truly needs
• Course-correct before your schedule fills up
• Head into fall feeling clear, supported, and strong with a plan that works for you

Whether you’re setting wellness goals, building habits, or just trying to feel your best, getting a comprehensive picture of your health is the first step. Schedule your Lanby appointment or book a Just The Labs session now and give yourself the insight and support you need to carry you through the season and beyond.