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This document is a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) used to screen individuals ages 15 to 69 before beginning a physical activity program. It contains 7 yes or no questions regarding medical conditions and symptoms that may require doctor consultation before increasing physical activity levels. If any questions are answered yes, speaking with a doctor is recommended before becoming more physically active. If all questions are answered no, gradually increasing physical activity is generally safe. It is important to notify health professionals of any health changes that result in a yes response.

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PARQ in Word Doc Format

This document is a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) used to screen individuals ages 15 to 69 before beginning a physical activity program. It contains 7 yes or no questions regarding medical conditions and symptoms that may require doctor consultation before increasing physical activity levels. If any questions are answered yes, speaking with a doctor is recommended before becoming more physically active. If all questions are answered no, gradually increasing physical activity is generally safe. It is important to notify health professionals of any health changes that result in a yes response.

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Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)

Name: _______________________________ Date: _________________________

A Questionnaire for People Aged 15 to 69


Regular physical activity is fun and healthy, and more people are starting to become more active every
day. Being more active is very safe for most people. However, some people should check with their
doctor before they start becoming much more physically active. If you are planning to become much
more physically active than you are now, start by answering the seven questions in the box below. If
you are between the ages of 15 and 69, the PAR-Q will tell you if you should check with your doctor
before you start. If you are over 69 years of age and you are not used to being very active, check with
your doctor. Common sense is your best guide when you answer these questions. Please read the
questions carefully and answer each one honestly: check YES or NO.

YES [] NO [] 1. Has your doctor ever said that you have a heart condition and that you should only do
physical activity recommended by a doctor?
YES [] NO [] 2. Do you feel pain in your chest when you do physical activity?
YES [] NO [] 3. In the past month, have you had chest pain when you were not doing physical activity?
YES [] NO [] 4. Do you lose your balance because of dizziness, or do you ever lose consciousness?
YES [] NO [] 5. Do you have a bone or joint problem (for example, back, knee or hip) that could be
made worse by a change in your physical activity?
YES [] NO [] 6. Is your doctor currently prescribing drugs (for example, water pills) for your blood
pressure or heart condition?
YES [] NO [] 7. Do you know of any other reason why you should not do physical activity?
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If you answered YES to one or more questions:


Talk with your doctor by phone or in person BEFORE you start becoming much more physically active or
BEFORE you have a fitness appraisal. Tell your doctor about the PAR-Q and to which questions you answered
YES. You may be able to do any activity you want – as long as you start slowly and build up gradually. Or, you
may need to restrict your activities to those that are safe for you. Talk with your doctor about the kinds of activities
you wish to participate in and follow his/her advice. Find out which community programs are safe and helpful for
you.

If you answered NO honestly to all PAR-Q questions, you can be reasonably sure that you can:
Start becoming much more physically 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 highly recommended that you have your blood pressure
evaluated. If your reading is over 144/94, talk with your doctor before you start becoming much more physically
active.

PLEASE NOTE:
If your health changes so that you then answer YES to any of the above questions, tell your fitness or health
professional. Ask whether you should change your physical activity plan.

DELAY BECOMING MUCH MORE ACTIVE:


If you are not feeling well because of a temporary illness such as a cold or a fever – wait until you feel better; or if
you are or may be pregnant – talk to your doctor before you start becoming more active.

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