INFORMED CONSENT & LIABILITY

Purpose and Explanation of Service

I understand that the purpose of the exercise program is to develop and maintain cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength, and endurance. A specific exercise plan will be given to me, based on my needs and abilities. All exercise prescription components will comply with proper exercise program protocols. The programs include, but are not limited to aerobic exercise, flexibility training, and strength training. All programs are designed to place a gradually increasing workload on the body in order to improve overall fitness.

Risks

*NOTE*

The following risks listed are very rare but very real. This is why it is important for anyone with possible health risks to talk to your Doctor before participating in any Fitness programs regardless if said programs are online or in person training.*

I understand, and have been informed, that there exists the possibility of adverse changes when engaging in a physical-activity program. I have been informed that these changes could include abnormal blood pressure, fainting, disorders of heart rhythm, stroke, and very rare instances of heart attack or even death. I have been told that every effort will be made to minimize these occurrences by proper screening and by precautions and reporting any observations I have taken during the exercise session to my trainer and GP. I understand that there’s a risk of injury, heart attack, or even death as a result of my participation in an exercise program, but knowing those risks, it’s my desire to partake in the recommended Activities.

Benefits

I understand that participation in an exercise program has many health related benefits. These may include improvements in body composition, range of motion, musculoskeletal strength and endurance, and cardiorespiratory efficiency. Furthermore, regular exercise can improve blood pressure and lipid profile, metabolic function, and decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Physiological Experience

I have been informed that during my participation in the exercise program I will be asked to complete physical activities that may elicit physiological responses/symptoms that include, but are not limited to, the following: elevated heart rate, elevated blood pressure, sweating, fatigue, increased respiration, muscle soreness, cramping, and nausea.

Confidentiality and Use of Information

I have been informed that the information obtained in any ABSIDEON Fitness exercise program will be treated as privileged and confidential and will consequently not be released or revealed to any person without my express written consent. Any other information obtained, however, will be used only by the program staff to evaluate my exercise status as needed.

Inquiries and Freedom of Consent

I have been given an opportunity to ask questions about the exercise program. I further understand that there are also other remote health risks. Despite the fact that a complete accounting of all these remote risks has not been provided to me, I still desire to proceed with the exercise program. I acknowledge that I have read this document in its entirety or that it has been read to me if I was unable to read. I consent to the rendition of all services and procedures as explained herein by all program personnel and relieve ABSIDEON Fitness and all members of their team of all liability.