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The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
PAR-Q

For most people physical activity should not pose any problem or hazard. PAR-Q has been designed to identify the small number of adults for whom physical activity might be inappropriate or those who should have medical advice concerning the type of activity most suitable for them.

Common sense is your best guide in answering these few questions. Please read them carefully and check the yes or no opposite the questions if it applies to you.

If you answered YES to one or more of these questions… if you have not recently done so, consult with your personal physician by telephone or in person before increasing your physical activity and/or taking a fitness test.

If you answered NO to all questions… if you answered the PAR-Q accurately, you have reasonable assurance of your present suitability to start an exercise program and/or to take an exercise test.

Note: If your health changes so that you then answer YES to any of the above questions, ask for advice from your fitness or health professional.

Yes No	Has your doctor ever said that you have heart trouble?
Yes No	Do you frequently have pains in your heart or chest?
Yes No	Do you often feel faint or have spells of severe dizziness?
Yes No	Has a doctor ever said that your blood pressure was too high?
Yes No	Has your doctor ever told you that you have a bone or joint problem such as arthritis that has been aggravated by exercise, or might be made worse with exercise?
Yes No	Is there a good physical reason not mentioned here why you should not follow an activity program even if you wanted to?
Yes No	Are you over the age of 65 and not accustomed to vigorous exercise?