Terms and Conditions

1. PURPOSE AND EXPLANATION OF PROCEDURE

I hereby consent to voluntarily engage in an appropriate plan of personal fitness training. I also give consent to be placed in personal fitness training program exercises and activities which are recommended to me for improvement of my physical fitness, dietary counseling, stress management, and health/fitness education activities. The levels of exercise I perform will be based upon my own judgment of my cardiorespiratory (heart and lungs) and muscular fitness. I understand that I may be required to undergo a fitness assessment prior to the start of my personal fitness training program in order to evaluate and assess my present level of fitness.

I will be given personal instructions regarding the frequency, duration, type, and intensity level of exercise I should do. A professionally certified personal fitness trainer will provide leadership to direct my activities, guide my performance, and otherwise evaluate my effort. Depending upon my health status, I may or may not be recommended to have my blood pressure and heart rate measured during these sessions to regulate my exercise intensity within desired limits. I may also be given generalized instruction if participating in group exercise classes or group personal training.

I understand that I am expected to perform each session and to follow trainer instructions with regard to exercise, stress management, and other health and fitness regarded programs. If I am taking prescribed medications, I have already so informed the program trainer and further agree to so inform said trainer promptly of any changes which my doctor or I have made with regard to the use of these. I will be given the opportunity for periodic assessment and evaluation at regular intervals after the start of the program.

I have been informed that during my participation in the above described personal fitness training program, I will be asked to complete the physical activities unless symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, chest discomfort or similar occurrences appear. At this point, I have been advised that it is my complete right to decrease or stop exercise at any time and that it is my obligation to inform the personal fitness training program personnel of my symptoms, should any develop.

I understand that during the performance of exercise, a personal fitness trainer will periodically monitor my performance and, perhaps ask me to measure my pulse, blood pressure, or assess my feelings of effort for the purposes of monitoring my progress. I also understand that the personal fitness trainer may reduce or stop my exercise program when any of these findings so indicate that this should be done for my safety and benefit.

I agree to conduct myself in a controlled and reasonable manner at all times, and to refrain from using any exercise equipment in a manner inconsistent with its intended design and purpose. I understand and acknowledge that the use of exercise equipment involves risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death. I release, indemnify, and hold Rachel Pelletier, Mamabear Fitness LLC, and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC completely harmless.

2. RISKS

It is my understanding and I have been informed that there exists the remote possibility during exercise of adverse changes including, but not limited to, abnormal blood pressure, fainting, dizziness, disorders of heart rhythm, and in very rare instances heart attack, stroke, or even death. I further understand and have been informed that there exists the risk of bodily injury including, but not limited to, injuries to the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints of the body. All efforts, I have been informed, will be made to minimize these occurrences by proper assessments of my condition before starting my personal fitness training, and throughout my time participating in the program. I recognize and understand that there is risk of transmission of communicable diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19, in direct relation with participation in previously mentioned activities. COVID-19 is a highly contagious and dangerous disease, and contact with the virus that causes COVID-19 may result in significant personal injury or death. I fully understand the inherent risks associated with exercise, including the risk of bodily injury, heart attack, stroke, contraction of COVID-19 or even death, but knowing these risks for myself and my unborn baby (if applicable), it is my desire to participate as herein indicated. These "inherent risks" cannot be eliminated, regardless of precautions taken to reduce the risk. I agree to hold Rachel Pelletier, Mamabear Fitness LLC, and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC completely harmless of these risks. I explicitly assume and accept complete responsibility for my safety for any and all injuries that may occur. I waive the risk of all claims to negligence for injuries or expenses that I may sustain while participating in a program with Rachel Pelletier, Mamabear Fitness LLC, and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC.

3. BENEFITS TO BE EXPECTED AND ALTERNATIVES AVAILABLE TO EXERCISE

I understand that this program is intended to benefit my physical fitness or general health. I acknowledge that involvement in the personal fitness training program and/or group exercises program will allow me to learn proper ways to perform conditioning exercises, use fitness equipment and regulate physical effort. These experiences should benefit me by indicating how my physical limitations may affect my capability to perform various physical activities. Furthermore, I understand that if I closely adhere to the program instructions, that I will likely improve my health and fitness level after a period of 3-6 months.

4. CONFIDENTIALITY AND USE OF INFORMATION

I have been informed that the information which is obtained in this personal fitness training program will be treated as privileged and confidential. Personally identifiable material will consequently not be released to any person unless I give consent. Any other information obtained, however, will be used only by the program trainer to evaluate my exercise status or needs. I give consent to have my email address added to the Mamabear Fitness LLC and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC email lists and understand that I may unsubscribe at any time.

5. MEDIA/PHOTO

I authorize and give full consent for Rachel Pelletier, Mamabear Fitness LLC, and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC to copyright and/or publish any and all photographs, digital recordings, videotapes, and/or film that I appear in to public view. In addition Rachel Pelletier, Mamabear Fitness LLC, and Root to Rise Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health LLC may transfer, use, or cause to be used, these photographs, digital recordings, videotapes, and/or film for any exhibitions, public displays, publications, commercials, art, and advertising purposes, television programs, and internet without restrictions, reservations, or limitations.

6. INQUIRIES AND FREEDOM OF CONSENT

I have been given an opportunity to ask questions as to the procedures. I have read this Informed Consent form, fully understand its terms, and understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it. I sign it freely and voluntarily, without coercion or inducement.

7. PAYMENTS, REFUNDS, & CANCELLATIONS.

Payments: If you choose the “Reserve without Paying” option, your payment method of choice will be charged in full for the appointment 24 hours before the appointment start time.

Cancellation Policy: All private training appointments and group class sessions must be cancelled more than 24 hours before the scheduled and will otherwise be charged for the session in full.

Refunds: Refunds for training (both private and group classes) will not be issued.

I HAVE READ THE ABOVE TERMS AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS DOCUMENT IS LEGALLY BINDING AS A COMPLETE WAIVER AND DISCLAIMER IN THE FAVOR OF RACHEL PELLETIER, MAMABEAR FITNESS LLC, AND ROOT TO RISE PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PELVIC HEALTH LLC BY CHECKING THE “I have read and agree to the terms linked above” BOX.