Wellness Center Fitness Assessment and Orientation

An orientation is required prior to use of the Wellness Center. This orientation provides information about the policies and procedures of the Wellness Center, as well as safe exercise programming for the new student or member. Fitness assessment/orientation sessions are offered during the first week of each semester.

The fitness assessment offers participants the opportunity to determine their current fitness level via measuring various health-related components of physical fitness. Students enrolled in HESM 271/171 must attend a pre-assessment/ orientation session during the first week of classes as well as a post-assessment session during the last week of regular classes.

Assessment Components:

• Height/weight
• Resting heart rate
• Resting blood pressure
• Body composition
• Cardiorespiratory endurance
• Muscular strength and endurance
• Flexibility

Preparation Guidelines:

• Dress in appropriate exercise attire: shirt, shorts, sweats, socks, athletic shoes, etc.
• Refrain from the following at least 1-hour prior to assessment: exercise; heavy consumption of food, substances (caffeine, tobacco, alcohol, etc.)