Assumption of Inherent Risk and Release
This Assumption of Inherent Risk and Release ("Release") is a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," "your") and Focused Fitness Personal Training LLC, doing business as Muscle Mommy Coaching ("we," "us," "our"). By signing this Release, checking a box that references it, or participating in any training session, program, or activity provided by us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to all of the terms below. Please read this document carefully — it affects your legal rights.
1. Voluntary Participation
You are voluntarily choosing to participate in strength training, resistance training, mobility work, conditioning, and related physical fitness activities (collectively, the "Activities") provided or supervised by Muscle Mommy Coaching, whether in person, semi-privately, or through remote coaching. You understand that participation is entirely optional and that you may stop at any time.
2. Assumption of Inherent Risk
You understand that physical exercise, including strength and resistance training, involves inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken. These risks include, but are not limited to: muscle strains, sprains, and tears; joint, ligament, and tendon injuries; broken bones; cardiovascular events including elevated heart rate, abnormal blood pressure, fainting, heart attack, or stroke; aggravation of pre-existing conditions; and, in rare cases, serious injury, permanent disability, or death.
You knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly assume all such risks, both known and unknown, arising from your participation in the Activities, whether caused by your own actions, the actions of others, the condition of the equipment or facility, or otherwise.
3. Representation of Physical Fitness
You represent that you are in good physical health and have no medical condition, injury, disability, or impairment that would make participation in the Activities unsafe. You confirm that you have been advised to consult a physician before beginning any exercise program, and that you have either done so or have voluntarily chosen not to. You agree to disclose any relevant health information on our Health History form and to promptly inform your coach of any change in your health, medications, injuries, or symptoms.
4. Release and Waiver of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release, waive, discharge, and agree not to sue Focused Fitness Personal Training LLC, its owner Glenn Waller II, and its coaches, employees, contractors, and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, or causes of action arising out of or related to your participation in the Activities, including claims based on the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties, to the extent such a release is permitted under Maryland law. This Release does not apply to conduct that is found to be grossly negligent, reckless, willful, or intentional, and does not waive any right that cannot lawfully be waived.
5. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any loss, liability, damage, or cost, including reasonable attorneys' fees, that they may incur as a result of your participation in the Activities or your breach of this Release.
6. Emergency Medical Treatment
In the event of an injury or medical emergency during the Activities, you authorize the Released Parties to seek emergency medical care on your behalf. You understand that you are responsible for any resulting medical expenses.
7. Photographic and Media Release
Consent to the use of your image or likeness is handled separately in our Media Release. Signing this Release does not by itself grant permission to use your photograph or video.
8. Governing Law and Severability
This Release is governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to its conflict-of-laws rules. Any dispute arising under it shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Maryland. If any provision of this Release is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
9. Acknowledgment
You acknowledge that you have read this entire Release, that you understand it, that you are giving up substantial legal rights by agreeing to it, and that you are signing or accepting it freely and voluntarily. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must review and accept this Release on your behalf.
Contact
Questions about this Release may be sent to 2fpersonaltraining@gmail.com.
This document is a general template provided for convenience and does not constitute legal advice. Liability waivers are governed by state law and their enforceability varies. Have this document reviewed by a licensed attorney in Maryland before relying on it.