Health History Questionnaire Name_____________________________ Course_____________________ Email_____________________________ Phone_____________________ Banner ID #__________________ Age___________ Gender M F Regular physical activity is safe for most people. However, some individuals should check with their doctor before they start an exercise program. To help us determine if you should consult with your doctor before starting this class, please read the following questions carefully and answer each one honestly. All information will be kept confidential. Please check YES or NO: YES ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ NO ____ 1. Do you have a heart condition? Specify type_____________ ____ 2. Have you ever experienced a stroke? When?____________ ____ 3. Do you have epilepsy? If so, how long?________________ ____ 4. Are you pregnant? If yes, which trimester?_____________ ____ 5. Do you have diabetes? If yes, what type?______________ ____ 6. Do you have emphysema? ____ 7. Do you feel pain in your chest when you engage in physical activity? ____ 8. Do you have chronic bronchitis? ____ 9. In the past month, have you had chest pain when you were NOT participating in physical activity? ____ 10. Do you ever lose consciousness or do you ever lose control of your balance due to chronic dizziness? ____ 11. Are you currently being treated for a bone or joint problem that restricts you from engaging in physical activity? If yes, explain: _______________________________________________________ ____ 12. Has a physician ever told you or are you aware that you have high blood pressure? ____ 13. Has anyone in your immediate family (parents/brothers/sisters) had a heart attack, stroke, or cardiovascular disease before age 55? ____ 14. Has a physician ever told you or are you aware that you have a high cholesterol level? ____ 15. Do you currently smoke? If yes, how many packs/day?______________ ____ 16. Are you currently taking any medication or supplements? Please list the medication(s) and its purpose______________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Which of the following indicates your current level of physical activity? _____ Less than 1 hour per week _____ 3-5 hours/week _____ 1-3 hours/week _____ more than 5 hours/week Please list your current activities:_____________________________________ What are your specific fitness goals? (Indicate _____ Increase strength and endurance _____ Improve cardiovascular fitness _____ Reduce body fat _____ Exercise regularly _____ Sports conditioning all that apply) _____ Improve flexibility _____ Improve muscle tone _____ Increase muscle mass _____ Injury rehabilitation _____ Other_________________ What are your specific health goals? (Indicate all that apply) _____ Reduce stress _____ Improve nutritional habits _____ Control blood pressure _____ Control cholesterol _____ Stop smoking _____ Reduce back pain _____ Feel better overall _____ Increase health awareness _____ Other (please specify)__________________________________________ Why are you taking this class?_________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ I understand that participation in a supervised exercise program has been associated with several health benefits including lower total cholesterol, blood pressure, obesity, and risk of cardiovascular events along with increased cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and endurance. Risks involved with increased physical activity include muscular fatigue, soreness, strains, and a slight increased risk of sudden death. I have read, understood, and completed this questionnaire and verify that I have answered all questions to the best of my ability. Any questions that I had were answered to my full satisfaction. I consent to participate in this exercise class without medical clearance from my physician and give my permission to use the information included in this questionnaire to Northeast Lakeview College and its’ representatives in a confidential manner. Name (print)____________________________ Date_________________ Signature_________________________________________