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Fitness Assessment Form Template

Create tailored fitness programs with a comprehensive assessment form that captures fitness goals, limitations, preferences, and current activity levels.

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What is a Fitness Assessment Form?

A fitness assessment form evaluates a person's current fitness status, exercise experience, goals, and any physical limitations or health concerns. It forms the foundation for creating personalized exercise programs that are safe, effective, and aligned with individual goals.

Personal trainers, gyms, and fitness coaches use fitness assessments to gather essential information before designing workout plans. Assessments identify movement restrictions, contraindications, and preferences - enabling trainers to create appropriate, effective programs.

Comprehensive fitness assessments typically take 10-15 minutes and combine quantitative questions (activity frequency, exercise experience) with qualitative information (goals, limitations). Results guide training intensity, exercise selection, and progression.

Key Features

Fitness Level Assessment

Evaluates current activity level and exercise experience

Goal Identification

Captures fitness objectives (weight loss, muscle gain, endurance, etc.)

Exercise Preferences

Checkbox list of preferred activities (running, weightlifting, yoga, etc.)

Injury & Limitation Screening

Documents physical limitations and exercise contraindications

Health History

Identifies health conditions affecting exercise (asthma, diabetes, etc.)

Equipment & Time Availability

Captures resources available for workouts

Why Use This Template?

Personalized Programs

Assessment data enables creation of individualized, goal-aligned workouts

Injury Prevention

Identify limitations and contraindications to prevent exercise-related injuries

Better Adherence

Programs aligned with preferences and realistic goals improve compliance

Liability Protection

Documented health screening protects gyms and trainers from liability

What's Included in This Template

Current Exercise Frequency

select

Determines fitness level and appropriate workout intensity

Exercise Preferences (check all)

checkbox

Identifies preferred activities for program design

Fitness Goals

checkbox

Determines program focus (weight loss, strength, endurance, etc.)

Current Injuries or Limitations

textarea

Identifies exercises to avoid and modifications needed

Health Conditions

checkbox

Identifies medical considerations for exercise programming

How much time can you dedicate to exercise weekly?

select

Determines workout frequency and duration

Available Equipment/Facilities

checkbox

Shapes exercise selection (gym equipment, home setup, etc.)

Years of Exercise Experience

select

Guides exercise complexity and progression appropriateness

Perfect For

Personal Training

Assessment before first training session with personal trainer

Gym Membership

New member assessment for orientation and program recommendations

Corporate Wellness

Employee fitness assessment for workplace fitness program

Rehabilitation & Recovery

Post-injury or post-surgery fitness assessment for recovery programming

Frequently Asked Questions

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Should I include body measurements?

Yes - height, weight, and measurements (waist, chest, thighs) establish baseline for progress tracking. Some assessments also include body fat percentage if available. These metrics motivate progress and guide program adjustments.

Q

What exercise experience level should I ask?

Use options: "Never exercised," "Beginner (0-1 year)," "Intermediate (1-3 years)," "Advanced (3+ years)." Experience level guides exercise selection, weights, and progression rate. Beginners need more form coaching; advanced clients can handle higher intensity.

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How do I screen for health conditions safely?

Use a physician clearance form or PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire) for clients with significant health conditions. Have medical releases signed. Conditions like uncontrolled hypertension, recent cardiac events, or severe orthopedic injuries may require physician approval before exercise.

Q

Should I measure fitness at baseline?

Yes - consider baseline fitness tests: 1-minute plank hold, timed mile run, push-ups/pull-ups, flexibility tests, resting heart rate, blood pressure. Retest every 4-8 weeks to track progress, motivate clients, and adjust programming.

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How often should I re-assess?

Re-assess every 6-12 weeks for active clients or after major life changes (new injuries, health conditions). Use re-assessments to celebrate progress, adjust goals, and modify programming. Formal reassessment every 12 weeks; informal check-ins every 4 weeks.

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