PAR-Q+ and Personal Information Sheet PDF

PAR-Q+ AND THE PERSONAL INFORMATION SHEET THE PAR-Q Have you ever thought about when or how you should start doing exercises? What kinds of exercises should you begin with? Are there any physical activities you are not allowed to do...

PAR-Q+ AND THE PERSONAL INFORMATION SHEET THE PAR-Q Have you ever thought about when or how you should start doing exercises? What kinds of exercises should you begin with? Are there any physical activities you are not allowed to do? If so, what should you do? And if you have any medical health concerns, then you might question if there are any risks that may cause a problem in terms of your health and be curious as to what type of physical fitness is right for you. If you're interested in starting an exercise program or want to make your current workout routine more intense, the physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q) is a good place to start. A PAR-Q consists of a 7-questionnaire that needs to be filled-up. This form is for the instructor guide that will help them in understanding your physical conditions first before beginning to give you any physical activities. It can also help you decide if you can do so safely or if you might need a trip to your physician to make sure you don't push beyond your limitations. WHAT IS A PAR-Q? The PAR-Q was created by the British Columbia Ministry of Health and the Multidisciplinary Board on Exercise and is endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) was developed in an effort to standardize activity screening for persons aged 15-69 years old. (Chisolm, et al, 1975). These generate general questions which become more specific to each patient based on their answers (Shephard, et al, 1981; Cardinal et. al. 1996). It has a 7-step questionnaire to be answered to persons of all ages. This determines any risk factors during physical activity and reviews any medical family history. Your options are answering between YES or NO. By answering the questions, this will determine if there are any safety concerns and if there’s any health risks when exercising. All PAR-Q questions are designed to help uncover any potential health risks associated with exercise.The most serious potential risk of intense exercise is a heart attack or other sudden cardiac event in someone with undiagnosed heart conditions. While the PAR-Q is not a complete medical history, the questions aim to uncover heart, circulatory, balance, medical, emotional, and joint problems that could make exercise difficult, or even dangerous, for some people. WHY IS PAR-Q IMPORTANT? Now we have understood the purpose of PAR-Q, we should tackle why this is important. The PAR-Q is not only for yourself, but it is also for the instructor. Once you are done answering the form, you may find out what physical activities you can do. The importance of it includes: To see whether you are capable of taking part in an exercise; To help the instructor decide whether you should go to other professionals for medical attention; To avoid potential injury due to a pre-existing condition you may suffer from. WHAT ARE THE PAR-Q QUESTIONS? The PAR-Q contains only seven yes or no questions, making it quick and easy to take. These questions are: 1. Has your doctor ever said that you have a heart condition and that you should only do physical activity recommended by a doctor? 2. Do you feel pain in your chest when you do physical activity? 3. In the past month, have you had chest pain when you were not doing physical activity? 4. Do you lose your balance because of dizziness or do you ever lose consciousness? 5. Do you have a bone or joint problem that could be worsened by a change in your physical activity? 6. Is your doctor currently prescribing drugs (for example, water pills) for your blood pressure or heart condition? 7. Do you know of any other reason why you should not do physical activity? If You Answered Yes If you answer YES to one or more PAR-Q questions, the next step is to take the PAR-Q+, which is a series of 10 follow-up questions. These are more in-depth questions asking about whether you have specific health conditions. They should go for a thorough follow-up of medical questions and consult their doctor in person BEFORE starting to become much more physically active. Ask for medical clearance along with information about specific exercise limitations you may have. In most cases, you will still be able to do any activity you want as long as you adhere to some guidelines. If a person answers mostly YES to one or more questions, But if you answered mostly NO to all the PAR-Q questions, you can start becoming much more physically active and begin slowly and gradually do any physical activities with the guidance of your instructor. If You Answered No If you answered no to all the PAR-Q questions, you can be reasonably sure that you can exercise safely and have a low risk of having any medical complications from exercise. It is still important to start slowly and increase gradually. It may also be helpful to have a fitness assessment with a personal trainer or coach in order to determine where to begin. Keep in mind that if your health changes so that you answer "Yes" to any of the PAR-Q questions, tell your fitness or health professional. You may need to change your physical activity plan.  PERSONAL HEALTH AND FITNESS SHEET PROFILE INFORMATION The Personal Information Sheet serves as an essential tool for gathering detailed information about students, helping educators and instructors better understand their individual needs, health conditions, and fitness goals. In the context of a fitness program or exercise routine, both the PAR-Q and the personal information sheet serve to promote safety and personalized care. It allows instructors to make informed decisions, ensuring that the participant’s physical and medical condition is accounted for. Your personal information specifically to your physical information includes your BMI, BODY CLASSIFICATION, BODY MEASUREMENT, BLOOD PRESSURE and Etc. to identify what are the needed exercise to work on and unto what are the necessary activities to perform to reach or maintain a normal body index. INFORMATION DATA The components of the printed Personal Information Sheet are designed to assess key health and fitness metrics, which help PE instructors or fitness professionals evaluate an individual’s physical condition, track progress, and tailor exercise programs accordingly. We have the personal details to record the identity and means of communication for each individual, allowing the instructor to track individual progress and contact students or guardians when needed. The blood type which is crucial in case of emergencies where quick medical attention or blood transfusions are needed. The BMI provides a general indicator of body composition, though it does not account for muscle mass versus fat mass. It helps monitor weight-related health risks. The height and weight. These are used to calculate BMI and assess body size. Weight and height are fundamental to understanding growth, development, and fitness level. The classification is used to provide an immediate understanding of the individual’s health or fitness status for better program customization. Checking your blood pressure to check the proper flow of blood from the heart to the body's organs and tissues. PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT This part is a series of tests that measures and monitors students' physical fitness level. The series of tests assess the five components of physical fitness that make up total fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. BASELINE DATA RESTING HEART RATE CLASSIFICATION Anthropometry: Girth Measurements Chest, Right Upper Arm, Right Forearm, Waist, Hip, Right Thigh, Right Calf - These measurements help assess body fat distribution and muscle mass. They are useful for tracking progress in fitness training, especially in terms of muscle growth and fat loss. Waist-to-Hip Ratio - It is a reliable indicator of fat distribution and a predictor of cardiovascular health. A high waist-to-hip ratio is associated with higher health risks like heart disease and diabetes.