General Statement of Program Objectives and Procedures
I understand that this physical fitness program includes exercises to build the cardio respiratory system (heart and lungs), the muscle skeletal system (muscle endurance, strength, and flexibility), and to improve body composition (decrease of body fat in individuals needing to lose fat, with an increase in weight of muscle and bone). Exercise may include aerobic activities (treadmill, walking, running. bicycle riding, machine exercise or other aerobic activities) and calisthenics and weightlifting to improve muscular strength and endurance.
Description of Potential Risks
I understand that the reaction of the heart, lungs, and the blood vessel system to exercise cannot always be predicted with accuracy. I know there is a risk of certain abnormal changes occurring during or following exercise, which may include abnormalities of blood pressure or heart attacks. Use of the weightlifting equipment and engaging in heavy body calisthenics may lead to muscle skeletal strains, pain and injury if adequate warm-up, gradual progression, and safety procedures are not followed by me during or after the training session. Using the exercise equipment during any exercise/training program is done at my own risk. I also assume full responsibility for any injuries or damages which may occur during or after the exercise/training session.
I understand and agree that by participating in any form of exercise I could possibly be exposed to any number of disease-causing organisms, to include but not limited to COVID-19 by way of equipment, personal property, or areas confined to the specific gym, as well as coaches, office staff, athletes, janitorial services, as well as others either associated with or not with Achieving Physiques does contain a degree of risk that could result in personal illness, permanent disability or even death.
I hereby, fully and forever release and holds harmless ACHIEVING PHYSIQUES INC., its officers, staff, volunteers, suppliers, licensors, licensees and employees from and against any and all actions, judgements, settlements, claims, causes of action, liabilities, losses, damages, expenses and costs (including court costs and attorney fees) including without limitation any property damage, personal injury, death of any action, claim, liability, loss, damage or expense associated with my participation in the exercise/training program.
I understand and warrant that I am in good physical condition and that I have no disability, impairment or ailment preventing me from engaging in active physical exercise and state that I have consulted with my Physician and has his/her permission to proceed with an exercise/training program.
I have read the foregoing information and fully understand its content which is evidenced by my signature.
