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Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)

If you are planning to become much more physically active than you are now, start by answering the seven questions in the box below. If you are between the ages of 15 and 69, the PAR-Q will tell you if you should check with your doctor before you start. If you are over 69 years of age, and you are not used to being very active, check with your doctor.

Common sense is your best guide when you answer these questions. Please read the questions carefully and answer each one honestly; check YES or NO.

Has your doctor ever said that you have a heart condition and that you should only do physical activity recommended by a doctor?
Yes
No
Do you feel pain in your chest when you do physical activity?
Yes
No
In the past month, have you had chest pain when you were not doing physical activity?
Yes
No
Do you lose your balance because of dizziness or do you ever lose consciousness?
Yes
No
Do you have a bone or joint problem (for example, back, knee or hip) that could be made worse by a change in your physical activity?
Yes
No
Is your doctor currently prescribing drugs (for example, water pills) for your blood pressure or heart condition?
Yes
No
Do you know of any other reason why you should not do physical activity?
Yes
No

Talk with your doctor by phone or in person BEFORE you start becoming much more physically active or BEFORE you have a fitness appraisal. Tell your doctor about the PAR-Q (this form) and which questions you answered YES.

You may be able to do any activity you want as long as you start slowly and build up gradually. Or, you may need to restrict your activities to those which are safe for you. Talk with your doctor about the kinds of activities you wish to participate in and follow their advice.

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