"PAR-Q" stands for<em> "Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire." </em>This questionnaire is used in order to assess whether a person is ready to take part in a physical activity. This is often used when <em>a person decides to work out under a fitness coach.</em> This shows the potential risk of a person for heart attack and other illnesses when it comes to working out, especially with intense ones. If a person answers at least one "YES" to any of the questions, it is advisable to talk to his doctor first. For<em> administrative reasons</em>, the questionnaire is<u>signed by the participant and a witness </u><u>(assessor) </u>and is dated. If the participant is a minor,<em> it is signed by a parent.</em>