1. Client Details – The client will be asked to provide their name and contact information. An emergency contact person is also often required as a precaution.

2. Fitness Level and Goals – The trainer will need to know the client’s current fitness and activity level, as well as their goals and interests, to create an effective and engaging training program.

3. Health Information – The most important aspect of the intake form is the health questionnaire or PAR-Q form. Certain illnesses, injuries, and conditions make exercise unsafe, and it’s the personal trainer’s responsibility to ensure their clients aren’t put at risk.

4. Training Program – The client will need to provide an estimate of the training frequency and schedule to which they can commit.

5. Client’s Signature – The client must sign the intake form to affirm its accuracy and provide the trainer with some liability protection.

After the client has finished filling out the intake form, the personal trainer will look it over to get an idea of the client’s current situation and what they hope to achieve. Using their knowledge and expertise, the trainer will propose a training program that puts the client on a path toward their fitness goals.

The program should always be tailored to the client’s client’s personal interests, objectives, and level of commitment as relayed in the form to help ensure that they stick to it.