Assumption of Risks:
I understand that participation in running and conditioning programs carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries.
I understand that running is a potentially hazardous activity and certify that I am in good health and physically fit to enter into a training program. Heini Tallent and Nicole Mueller recommend a physician's examination and approval before starting any new running or fitness regimen, and I understand that if I choose not to see a physician prior to beginning a running program I participate entirely at my own risk.
I acknowledge that I am aware of the many risks involved in athletic training in general and running training specifically, which include by way of example and not limitation: 1) minor injuries such as scrapes, bruises, sprains and strains, 2) more serious injuries such as joint, muscle and bone injuries, concussions and other head injuries, heat related injuries such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion, dehydration and overhydration conditions such as hyponatremia, and catastrophic injuries and conditions such as heart attacks and other conditions or injuries which could be fatal.
I have read the previous paragraphs and I know and understand these and other risks that are inherent in training for and participating in road, trail and track running and racing and any conditioning and cross training activities associated with that training. I understand that I am not obligated to perform nor participate in any activity that I do not wish to do. I also understand that it is not possible to guarantee or give assurance of a successful result, no individual physical assessment will be performed, and that any recommendations given are not meant as a substitute for medical advice. I hereby assert that my participation is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all such risks.