Sports Medicine Fitness Center: How To Join |
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(608) 263-7936
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Joining the Fitness Center
To enroll in a class or join the Fitness Center, a Physician Authorization Form (PDF) must completed by your physician and informs him/her of your interest in starting an exercise program. The completed form can be returned in person or faxed from your physician's office.
Initial Assessment
Our staff of exercise specialists then will work with you one-on-one to assess your physical condition. A comprehensive evaluation will be performed to assist in prescribing an exercise program specifically for you. This evaluation includes medical history/risk factor analysis, exercise history, resting blood pressure and heart rate, a submaximal endurance assessment, body composition analysis and flexibility assessment.
Your results will be analyzed and we will discuss with you your goals, interests, lifestyle, and other exercise concerns. Using this information, an exercise program will be developed specifically for you, emphasizing your personal goals, choice of activities and strategies for integrating exercise into your lifestyle. |





