A comparison of Wisconsin area health clubs in regards to participant safety

[摘要] This study was designed to determine if there was a difference in levels of safety when comparing multi-purpose facilities (MPS) to YMCA;;s/YWCA;;s (YS). A 29-item questionnaire was sent out to 79 membership-dependent health clubs (HCS), 55 responded; 39 YS and 19MPS. Levels of safety analyzed included CPR requirements, risk factor screening, fitness instructor certifications, and response time of an emergency vehicle.

[发布机构] University of Wisconsin

[关键词] Physical fitness centers -- Wisconsin -- Safety measures