A quick self-screen before the five tests. It points you to the right on-ramp — it does not diagnose anything or give medical clearance. If it sends you to your clinician, that's the safe move.
1. Do you have known heart disease, a rhythm problem, or chest pain / fainting / unusual breathlessness on exertion?
2. Have you had a fall with injury in the last year, severe osteoporosis, or a balance / neurological condition?
3. Recent surgery, an acute injury, or significant joint pain right now?
4. Getting down to and up from the floor feels risky or you can't do it safely without help.
5. Have you been largely inactive for several months, or feel frail / very deconditioned?
Nothing here flags a reason to hold back. Do all five tests near a wall or sturdy chair, and use a support for the balance and floor tests. Ease in — stop for any pain, dizziness or unusual breathlessness.
Start the assessment →Because you've been inactive or feel deconditioned, use the supported/seated versions of every test, and you may skip the floor Get-Up for now (the assessment offers a supported regression and a "skip" option). Your score will still assign a track — likely Rebuild or Foundation.
Start (supported) →One or more answers is a reason to get personalized guidance before the tests — common and sensible, not a stop sign forever. In particular, skip the floor Get-Up test until cleared. You can still do the seated chair-stand and supported balance tests if your clinician agrees. Bring this program to your appointment.
Start (safe mode) →Educational self-screen; does not diagnose, treat, or clear you medically. When in doubt, ask a qualified clinician. · Strong-for-Life Hub