Minnesota Sprint Factory 

INFORMED CONSENT  

FOR PHYSICAL FITNESS PROGRAM 

General Statement of Program Objectives and Procedures:

I understand that this physical fitness program includes exercises to build the cardiorespiratory system (heart & lungs), the musculoskeletal system (muscle endurance and strength, and flexibility), and to improve body composition (decrease body fat in individuals needing to lose fat, with an increase in weight of muscle and bone). Exercise may include aerobic activity, calisthenic exercises, and strength training to improve muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility exercises to improve joint range of motion.

Description of Potential Risks:

I understand that the reaction of the heart, lung, and 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 equipment and engaging in heavy body calisthenics may lead to musculoskeletal strains, pain, and injury if adequate warm-up, gradual progression, and safety procedures are not followed.

I understand that Minnesota Sprint Factory shall not be liable for any damages arising from personal injuries sustained by the participant while and during the training program. Participants using exercise equipment during the training program do so at his/her own risk. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries or damages which may occur during the training. I hereby fully and forever release and discharge The Minnesota Sprint Factory, its assigns and agents from all claims, demands, damages, rights of action, present and future therein. I understand and warrant, release, and agree that the participant is in good physical condition and that the participant has no disability, impairment, or ailment preventing him/her from engaging in active or passive exercises that will be detrimental to heart, safety, or comfort, or physical condition if he/she engages or participates. I state that the participant has had a recent physical check-up and the participant’s personal physician has given permission to engage in aerobic and/or anaerobic conditioning.

Description of Potential Benefits:

I understand that a program of regular exercise for the heart, lungs, muscles, and joints has many benefits associated with it. These may include a decrease in body fat, improvement in blood fats and blood pressure, improvement in physiological function, and decrease in heart disease. The participant and I have read the foregoing information and understand it. Any questions which may have occurred to me or the participants have been answered to my satisfaction.

Acknowledgment

By submitting a Minnesota Sprint Factory registration and selecting the Waiver & Release Agreement acknowledgment, the participant or parent/legal guardian confirms that they have read, understand, and agree to the terms above.