Fitness Center Safety & Rules

Which rule explains what you should do before lifting any weights?

• Warm up first

• Ask for help

• Keep the area clean

• Respect others

What type of shoes are required in the fitness center?

• Sandals

• Barefoot

• Closed-toe athletic shoes

• Dress shoes

Why should you ask for help with equipment you don’t understand?

• To impress friends

• To use equipment correctly and safely

• To skip warm-up

• To avoid wearing proper clothing

When is it acceptable to lift weights alone?

• Anytime if you feel strong

• Only during lunch

• Never; a teacher must be present

• Only with a friend

Which action best shows practicing good form?

• Using the heaviest weights right away

• Keeping your back straight and avoiding swinging weights

• Holding your breath while lifting

• Bending your back to lift more

Which statement about water and food is correct for the fitness center?

• Food and water are both allowed

• Only food is allowed

• Water bottles are welcome, but no food is allowed

• Neither food nor water is allowed

A student is unsure how to adjust a machine. What should they do?

• Guess and try it anyway

• Ask the teacher or a coach for help

• Watch another student and copy them exactly

• Skip using the machine forever

Why is there a rule against goofing around and misusing equipment?

• It makes class more exciting

• It could lead to leaving the fitness center and being recorded

• It helps you lift more weight

• It keeps the room messy

Which clothing choice best matches the rules?

• Loose flip-flops and jeans

• Closed-toe athletic shoes and comfortable athletic clothing

• Barefoot with heavy boots nearby

• Dress shoes and a tight suit

Which behavior helps keep the fitness center clean and safe for everyone?

• Leaving sweat on benches to dry

• Wiping down equipment after use

• Dropping weights on the floor

• Eating a snack between sets