LEGAL DISCLAIMERS

Consultation Required: Before starting any fitness program or making changes to your physical activity, you should consult a qualified physician and/or licensed physical therapist. This is especially important if you or your family have a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, chest pain, high cholesterol, obesity, or other medical conditions that could be exacerbated by increased physical activity. If your physician or physical therapist advises against starting a fitness program, please follow their guidance. Pregnant individuals should not participate in any of the information or programs provided by Fitness Imperial without consulting their healthcare provider.

Medical and Dietary Advice: Fitness Imperial strongly recommends consulting a physician or a licensed dietitian before changing your diet or engaging in physical activities. The fitness programs provided may be too intense for certain medical conditions and involve exercises that could potentially aggravate existing injuries or health issues.

Exercise and Safety: If you experience discomfort, light-headedness, or nausea during a workout, discontinue the exercise immediately and seek medical advice. Fitness Imperial assumes no responsibility for any injury or adverse effect that may occur as a result of using our fitness programs. The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Content Disclaimer: All materials and information presented by Fitness Imperial, including videos, texts, graphics, images, and other media formats, are intended for educational purposes only. The statements about products, supplements, or treatments have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The information on www.FitnessImperial.com is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The content is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Mark (Leslie) J. Evans, CEO and Founder of Fitness Imperial, is not a licensed physician or physical therapist. We strive to keep our information accurate, but cannot guarantee that it reflects the most current research or practices.

Evidence-Based Practice: a practice that relies on evidence for guidance and decision-making and includes developing individual expertise, staying current on the best source of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research), and prioritizing client values and expectations. Practices that are not evidence-based may rely more on tradition, intuition, or other unproven methods that cannot be effectively quantified or qualified through the scientific process. There are three fundamental components of evidence-based practice: 

1. Developing individual professional expertise
2. Staying current on the best sources of external evidence (e.g., peer-reviewed research)
3. Prioritizing client values and expectations. 

Fitness Imperial and its representatives, apply the best external evidence representing using relevant research that has been conducted using sound research methods (i.e., peer-reviewed research published in scientific journals). Individual professional expertise refers to the fitness professional’s accumulated education, experience, and practical skills. Client values and expectations are the unique preferences, concerns, goals, and expectations brought by each client to a personal training session. It is the unending integration of these three components that defines a Certified Personal Trainer’s practice as evidence-based. Peer-reviewed publications act as filters to ensure that only high-quality research is published in reputable journals by determining the validity, significance, and originality of the study. With so much information coming at you from so many different sources it's hard to know what evidence is accurate. Well the official definition of evidence-based is any practice that relies on scientific evidence for guidance and decision-making.  

Product and Drug Use: Fitness Imperial does not endorse any medications, supplements, or other products, nor do we condone the use of illegal drugs or drugs for unintended purposes. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding your medical history and current prescriptions.

Kinesiology Taping: When using Muscle Aid Tape, if you experience skin irritation or rashes, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician if symptoms persist beyond 12 hours. The instructions provided are for kinesiology taping purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Pregnant individuals or those with serious medical conditions should seek professional medical advice before use.

Responsibility and Liability: Fitness Imperial is not responsible for any miscommunication, misinformation, or actions taken based on the information provided. Any injuries sustained while performing exercises or following advice from Fitness Imperial are the sole responsibility of the individual.

Copyright and Trademarks: All content provided by Fitness Imperial is for private use only. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of any material from Fitness Imperial is illegal. All rights reserved. No information from Fitness Imperial may be reproduced or distributed without written authorization from the company owner, except for brief quotations used in articles and reviews. Fitness Imperial is a trademarked company and is protected under law. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of copyrighted materials is subject to severe civil and criminal penalties.