Engage with our PAR‑Q+ & ePARmed‑X+ videos and Infographics—designed for both individual users and practitioners to streamline pre‑participation screening and help ensure everyone’s safety.
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Step‑by‑Step Demonstrations
- Clients see what to expect at each step, so they feel confident and informed about their own screening process.
- Practitioners learn exactly how to administer the PAR‑Q+ pre-participation survey, interpret responses, and assist clients through the ePARmed‑X+ self‑clearance pathway.
High‑Impact Infographics
- Clients benefit from clear, easy‑to‑follow graphics that explain pre-participation screening steps and next actions.
- Practitioners can download visual decision trees and referral charts for quick reference during intake.
Clear Referral Criteria
- Clients understand what their answers mean and when they should seek additional professional advice.
- Practitioners master when to advance clients to low‑ vs. high‑intensity programming and when to refer for medical evaluation.
Real‑World Case Studies
- Clients gain insight into how similar profiles are managed, boosting trust and transparency.
- Practitioners enhance decision‑making skills by watching authentic intake scenarios.
Downloadable Resources
- Clients receive handouts and Infographics to keep at home or in the gym.
- Practitioners access ready‑to‑use templates, checklists, and quick‑reference guides.
Why These Videos and Infographics Matter
For Clients: Feel empowered by a clear, consistent process that lets you safely start or increase your activity.
For Practitioners: Standardize your pre-participation screening workflow, reduce liability, and deliver better client outcomes.
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Watch the videos, download the Infographics, and transform your screening process today—whether you’re taking charge of your own health and well-being or guiding others.
KNOWLEDGE MOBILIZATION VIDEOS
Introducing our knowledge‑mobilization videos: concise, user‑friendly walkthroughs that translate the latest PAR‑Q+ and ePARmed‑X+ research into practical tools for clients and practitioners—showing you how to apply screening protocols, interpret results, and seamlessly integrate these resources into your everyday life.
VIDEOS FOR PARTICIPANTS
Getting Started with the PAR-Q+ – A Simple Guide for You
This video helps you understand how to safely begin or return to physical activity using the PAR-Q+. You’ll learn how to complete the PAR-Q+ self-screening tool, what your responses mean, and whether you can get started right away or should take the next step with the ePARmed-X+. We explain the three possible outcomes of the pre-participation screening and when it’s recommended to talk to a healthcare provider before becoming more active. This video is designed to support your confidence in making safe, informed choices about moving more.
Using the ePARmed-X+ – A Simple Guide for You
This video guides you through the ePARmed-X+—a tool that helps you take the next step in becoming more active when further screening is recommended after completing the PAR-Q+. You’ll learn how to complete the ePARmed-X+ self-clearance form, understand your results, and decide whether you can begin exercising safely on your own or if it’s best to consult a qualified exercise professional or healthcare provider. This video is designed to help you feel confident, informed, and supported as you work toward your health and physical activity goals.
VIDEOS FOR PRACTITIONERS
PAR Q+ Made Simple – A Guide for Practitioners
The following video equips exercise and healthcare professionals with a step‑by‑step guide to administering the PAR‑Q+ self-survey, interpreting client responses, and implementing the ePARmed‑X+ self‑clearance pathway. It highlights the three possible outcomes of the screening process and details referral criteria for clients who require further evaluation.
Using the ePARmed-X+ – A Guide For Practitioners
This video provides exercise and healthcare professionals with a step-by-step guide to administering and interpreting the ePARmed-X+ self-clearance form. Designed for use when clients answer “yes” to one or more questions on the PAR-Q+, the ePARmed-X+ helps determine whether individuals can safely begin or continue physical activity, or if referral to a qualified exercise professional or healthcare provider is warranted. The video outlines how to support clients through the self-clearance process, interpret responses, and apply best practices for safe, inclusive pre-participation screening.
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INFOGRAPHICS
Discover our suite of PAR‑Q+ Infographics—designed to guide both clients and practitioners through the pre‑participation screening and risk‑stratification process. Each visual guide breaks down key steps, decision paths, and referral criteria in a clear, easy‑to‑follow format, empowering clients to self‑screen confidently and helping professionals streamline intake, ensure safety, and make informed recommendations.
Client PAR-Q+ Quick Guide: What It Does
The Client PAR-Q+ Quick Guide is a user-friendly resource designed to help individuals understand and confidently complete the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+). It supports safe and informed participation in physical activity by clearly explaining each step of the self-clearance pre-participation screening process.
✅ Key Functions:
- Simplifies the Self-Clearance Pre-Participation Screening Process
Breaks down the PAR-Q+ into clear, easy-to-follow steps to help clients understand what each question means and why it matters. - Promotes Self-Assessment
Encourages clients to reflect on their health status and physical readiness in a straightforward, accessible format. - Increases Confidence and Participation
Reduces uncertainty by explaining next steps if a “YES” response is selected, including how follow-up works and what to expect. - Clarifies When to Use ePARmed-X+
Outlines situations where additional guidance may be needed via the ePARmed-X+ form and/or a consultation with a qualified exercise professional. - Supports Informed Consent and Safety
Reinforces that the screening is a safety measure—not a barrier—to participation, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal health before becoming more physically active or doing a fitness appraisal. - Multilingual and Inclusive
The PAR-Q+ is available in multiple languages and designed to be accessible for diverse populations, including youth, children, older adults and those living with medical conditions.
CLIENT READINESS CLEARANCE DATA MANAGEMENT TEMPLATE
The following Infographic and related data management template supports the consistent and confidential tracking of client readiness and clearance for participation in recreation, sport, physical activity, and/or fitness programs. These resources are designed for use by qualified exercise professionals and program coordinators in both clinical and community settings. The tool can be adapted to work within a range of data management software platforms (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or secure EMR systems).
PAR-Q+ IMPLEMENTATION CHECKLIST
The PAR-Q+ Implementation Checklist is a practical tool designed to support the consistent and safe integration of the PAR-Q+ and ePARmed-X+ screening tools across clinical, community, and fitness settings. It helps qualified exercise professionals standardize workflow, maintain documentation, and ensure client safety.
Key Functions of the PAR-Q+ Implementation Checklist:
- Standardizes Workflow: Ensures consistent screening practices for all clients.
- Confirms Staff Readiness: Verifies that staff are trained to interpret the PAR-Q+ and ePARmed-X+.
- Facilitates Risk Stratification: Identifies when follow-up or healthcare professional/physician referral is needed.
- Supports Documentation and Confidentiality: Ensures secure handling of personal health information.
- Streamlines Communication: Encourages clear explanations to clients using standardized scripts.
- Encourages Follow-Up Tracking: Helps log client clearance, referrals, or outstanding actions.
- Improves Quality Assurance: Promotes routine protocol reviews and updates.