PAR-Q

Before engaging in any exercise program, one must first complete the Physical Activity
Readiness Questionnaire or PAR-Q. This helps to determine how safe it is for a person to
undergo physical activities. It helps lower the risk of any untoward incidents caused by medical
conditions from occurring. Directions: Read each question carefully and answer each one with
honesty
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY READINESS QUESTIONNAIRE (PAR-Q)

QUESTIONS YES NO
1. Has your doctor ever said that you have a heart condition and that you
should only do physical activities recommended by a doctor?

2. Do you feel pain in your chest when you perform a physical activity?

3. In the past month, have you had chest pain when you were not doing
any physical activity?

4. Do you lose your balance because of dizziness or loss of

consciousness?

5. Do you have a bone or joint problem that could be worsened by any

physical activity?

6. Is your doctor currently prescribing any medication for your blood

pressure or heart condition?

7. Do you know other reason/s why you should not engage in any physical
activity? Please indicate:

Note: If you have answered “YES“ to one or more of the above questions,
consult your doctor immediately. Seek advice from your doctor on what type of
activity is suitable for your condition.

If you answered NO honestly to all PAR-Q questions, you can be reasonably

sure that you can;

● Start becoming much more active - begin slowly and build up gradually.
This is the safest and easiest way to go.
● Take part in a fitness appraisal - this is an excellent way to determine
your basic fitness so that you can plan the best way for you to live
actively. It is also recommended that you have blood pressure
evaluated. If your reading is over 144/94 , talk with your doctor before
 you start becoming much more physically active.

I have read, understood and completed this questionnaire. Any questions I had were answered
to my full satisfaction.
Name: _______________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ______________
Signature of Parent or Guardian: __________________________

Reflection: (Note: Deduction of one point per day for late submission, and a fair grade for copied
work.)
1. How important exercise to our health and body (2 to 3 sentences)
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