To help create a successful training program, take time out to learn more about the fitness facility you plan to use.

Basic Information

Name and location of facility:
Hours of operation:
Times available for general use:
Times most convenient for your schedule:

Can you obtain an initial session or consultation with a trainer to help you create a program? yes no

If so, what does the initial planning session involve?

Are any of the staff certified? Do any have special training? If yes, list/describe:

What types of weight training equipment are available for use?

Are other types of equipment available, such as treadmills or stair-climbers for the development of cardiorespiratory endurance? If so, briefly list/describe:

Are any group activities or classes available? If so, briefly describe:

Yes	No
		Is there a fee for using the facility? If so, how much? $
		Is a student ID required for access to the facility?
		Do you need to sign up in advance to use the facility or any of the equipment?
		Is there typically a line or wait to use the equipment during the times you use the facility?
		Is there a separate area with mats for stretching and/ or cool-down?
		Do you need to bring your own towel?
		Are lockers available? If so, do you need to bring your own lock? yes no
		Are showers available? If so, do you need to bring your own soap and shampoo? yes no
		Is drinking water available? (If not, be sure to bring your own bottle of water.)

Describe any other amenities, such as vending machines or saunas, that are available at the facility.

Information About Equipment

Find out more about the specific weight training equipment available at your local fitness facility, and use this information to help create a specific strength training program. Fill in the equipment and exercise(s) you can use to develop each of the following major muscles and muscle groups; for example, the muscles in the upper back can be worked by doing lat pulls on a lat pull machine or station. In many instances, one exercise can be used to develop several muscles. If you would like to incorporate additional exercises for other muscles, list those in the bottom portion of the chart. (Information about the equipment, exercises, and muscles worked may be available in writing near each piece of equipment and/or from the facility's staff.)

Muscles and muscle groups	Equipment	Exercise(s)
Chest
Shoulders
Upper back
Front of the arms (biceps)
Back of the arms (triceps)
Buttocks
Front of thighs (quadriceps)
Back of thighs (hamstrings)
Calves
Abdomen
Lower back
Neck

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