Chronicle Conditioning Co.
In-Person Training & Online Coaching Waiver and Release of Liability
1. Acknowledgment of Services
I understand that Chronicle Conditioning Co. (“Chronicle”) provides in-person personal training, group strength and conditioning classes, team-based training sessions, and online or remote coaching programs. These services are educational and fitness-related in nature and are not medical treatment, physical therapy, rehabilitation, or healthcare services.
2. Inherent Risks of Physical Activity
I understand that participation in strength training, conditioning, cardiovascular exercise, weightlifting, Olympic lifting movements, and use of free weights and other equipment involves inherent risks including muscle strain, joint injury, falls, equipment malfunction, cardiovascular events, serious injury, or death. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for all risks associated with participation.
3. Medical Representation and Health Disclosure
I represent that I am physically capable of participating in exercise activities or have obtained clearance from a licensed physician. I agree to disclose all relevant medical conditions and understand it is my responsibility to monitor my condition and stop if symptoms occur.
4. In-Person Training Acknowledgment
I agree to follow coaching instructions, use equipment properly, and refrain from unsafe behavior during in-person sessions.
5. Online / Remote Coaching Acknowledgment
I understand that when participating remotely, I am exercising without direct supervision and am responsible for selecting appropriate weights and maintaining a safe environment.
6. Equipment Use and Facility Conditions
I understand that Chronicle utilizes barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, racks, conditioning machines, and other equipment that may pose risks if improperly used. I agree to inspect equipment and report issues.
7. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by New York law, I release and hold harmless Chronicle Conditioning Co., its owners, employees, and contractors from any and all claims arising out of my participation, including claims based on alleged negligence, except where prohibited by law.
8. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and defend Chronicle Conditioning Co. against any third-party claims arising out of my actions or participation.
9. No Guarantee of Results
I understand that fitness outcomes are not guaranteed and depend on effort, consistency, recovery, nutrition, and lifestyle factors.
10. Emergency Medical Authorization
In the event of injury or medical emergency, I authorize Chronicle staff to obtain emergency medical treatment on my behalf if necessary, and I accept responsibility for associated costs.
11. Communicable Disease Acknowledgment
I acknowledge the possible exposure to communicable illnesses in fitness settings and voluntarily assume this risk.
12. Media Release
I grant permission for Chronicle to use photographs or videos taken during training sessions for marketing or educational purposes unless I provide written notice opting out.
13. Severability
If any provision of this agreement is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
14. Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York.
15. Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have read this agreement carefully, understand its contents, and voluntarily agree to its terms.
