Informed Consent & Liability Release General Statement of Program Objective and Procedures: 

I understand that this Physical Fitness Program includes exercise to build the cardiorespiratory system, heart and lungs, musculoskeletal system, muscle endurance, strength and flexibility and to improve body composition. Exercise may include aerobic activities, calisthenic exercise, and weight lifting to improve muscular strength, endurance and flexibility to improve joint range of motion. 

Description of Potential Risks: 

I understand that part of the risk involved in undertaking any activity or program is relative to my own state of fitness or health (physical, mental, or emotional) and to the awareness, care and skill which I conduct myself in that activity or program. 

I understand that exercise involves certain risks, including but not limited to, serious neck and spinal injuries resulting in complete or partial paralysis, heart attack, stroke or even death. Also, injuries could occur to bones, joints or muscles. Slips, falls, and unintended loss of balance could result in muscular, neurological, orthopedic or other bodily injury. 

I realize that participation in the program includes but is not limited to exercising, use of exercise equipment and strenuous exertion (strength training) all of which increase heart rate and body temperature. 

I understand that I have the complete right to stop or decrease exercise at any time during a session and that it is my obligation to inform the Trainer of any symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath or chest discomfort. 

I understand that it is recommended that I have a yearly physical or more frequent physical examination and consultation with my physician as to physical activity and diet so I am aware of what is appropriate for me. 

I acknowledge that I have either had a physical exam and have been given my physician’s permission to participate or I have decided to participate without approval of my physician. 

Knowing the material risks and appreciating, knowing and reasonably anticipating that other injuries are a possibility, I hereby expressly assume all of the delineated risks of injury, all other possible risk of injury, and even risk of possible death, which could occur by reason of my participation. 

I understand and warrant, release and agree that I am in good physical condition and that I have no disability, impairment or ailment preventing me from engage in active or passive exercise and aerobic/anaerobic conditioning that will be detrimental to heart, lungs and general physical condition and if I engage or participate I have read the forgoing information and understand it. Any questions which may have occurred to me have been answered to my satisfaction. 

Informed Consent & Liability Release General Statement of Program Objective and Procedures

I understand that this Physical Fitness Program includes exercise to build the cardiorespiratory system, heart and lungs, musculoskeletal system, muscle endurance, strength and flexibility and to improve body composition. Exercise may include aerobic activities, calisthenic exercise, and weight lifting to improve muscular strength, endurance and flexibility to improve joint range of motion. 

Description of Potential Risks: 

I understand that part of the risk involved in undertaking any activity or program is relative to my own state of fitness or health (physical, mental, or emotional) and to the awareness, care and skill which I conduct myself in that activity or program. 

I understand that exercise involves certain risks, including but not limited to, serious neck and spinal injuries resulting in complete or partial paralysis, heart attack, stroke or even death. Also, injuries could occur to bones, joints or muscles. Slips, falls, and unintended loss of balance could result in muscular, neurological, orthopedic or other bodily injury. 

I realize that participation in the program includes but is not limited to exercising, use of exercise equipment and strenuous exertion (strength training) all of which increase heart rate and body temperature. 

I understand that I have the complete right to stop or decrease exercise at any time during a session and that it is my obligation to inform the Trainer of any symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath or chest discomfort. 

I understand that it is recommended that I have a yearly physical or more frequent physical examination and consultation with my physician as to physical activity and diet so I am aware of what is appropriate for me. 

I acknowledge that I have either had a physical exam and have been given my physician’s permission to participate or I have decided to participate without approval of my physician. 

Knowing the material risks and appreciating, knowing and reasonably anticipating that other injuries are a possibility, I hereby expressly assume all of the delineated risks of injury, all other possible risk of injury, and even risk of possible death, which could occur by reason of my participation.

I understand and warrant, release and agree that I am in good physical condition and that I have no disability, impairment or ailment preventing me from engage in active or passive exercise and aerobic/anaerobic conditioning that will be detrimental to heart, lungs and general physical condition and if I engage or participate I have read the forgoing information and understand it. Any questions which may have occurred to me have been answered to my satisfaction.