Pre-Test Precautions
As mentioned on many other GymProfessor.com web pages, prior to undertaking fitness tests with your client, you should be fully qualified, have a satisfactorily completed PAR-Q with informed consent, & appropriate insurance.
Your client should also adhere to the following pre-test precautions:
- Wear comfortable clothing.
- Have a good nights sleep the day before.
- Avoid drinking alcohol the day before and on the day of assessments.
- Avoid heavy meals less than 2 hours before assessments.
- Avoid smoking at least 2 hours prior to the assessments.
- Avoid caffeine drinks less than 2 hours before assessments.
- Avoid strenuous physical activity on the day of assessments.
- If unwell, reschedule assessments.
