HK Health Fitness Assessment Fair
April 27 and April 29
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
A.H. Ismail Center for Preventive and Lifestyle Medicine
The Department of Health and Kinesiology is hosting a free Health & Fitness Assessment Fair on Tuesday, April 28 and Thursday, April 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the A.H. Ismail Center for Preventative Lifestyle Medicine (Lyles Porter Hall), open to all Purdue students, faculty, staff, and community members. Participants will be guided by upper-level HK students through a series of validated fitness assessments, including body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, strength, muscular endurance, and balance, and will receive personalized feedback on their results. Plan for approximately one hour, wear comfortable athletic clothing and supportive shoes, and sign up early as time slots are limited.
This event is free and open to the public.
What to Expect: Upon arrival, you will complete a brief Physical Activity Intake Survey and consultation. From there, upper-level HK students will guide you through your selected assessments and provide personalized feedback on your results. Plan for approximately one hour.
Available Assessments (all optional — you choose which to complete and may decline any test at any time):
- Physical Activity Intake Survey and Consultation
- Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
- Body Composition: InBody BIA Test
- Cardiorespiratory Fitness: Cycle or Treadmill Test
- Strength: Handgrip Test
- Muscle Endurance: Push-Up Test
- Balance and Mobility: Star Excursion Balance Test
What to Wear: Please wear comfortable athletic clothing and supportive athletic shoes, as several assessments involve physical activity. Locker rooms are available on-site if you would like to change or store your belongings. We recommend avoiding heavy meals, caffeine, and vigorous exercise in the 2–3 hours prior to your appointment to ensure accurate results.
Registration: Time slots are limited and fill quickly, so sign up early to secure your preferred day and time. A confirmation email will be sent to the address you provide.