What Kind of Athlete Are You?

1. How were you in PE class at school?

♦ You were top of the class! Strong, fast and flexible!
□ You hated it… pure torture.
∆ You liked it, depending on the activity.

2. As a child, did you play sports?

♦ You played a musical instrument—no time for sports!
□ Absolutely! Swimming, hockey, you name it.
∆ Occasionally, depending on your mood.

3. How would you describe your overall health?

♦ Average—just a couple of colds a year.
□ Robust—you never get sick.
∆ A bit fragile—there’s always something wrong!

4. You join a fitness center:

♦ You go daily to test the new gym.
□ You stick to a regular 2–3 times per week schedule.
∆ You go three times the first week… and then quit.

5. When you see people running on a treadmill, how do you feel?

♦ It makes you want to move—you feel great afterward!
□ That’s not for you. You prefer running outside.
∆ They’re going too slow… time to speed it up!

6. A quick jog this morning—how long can you last?

♦ One hour, no problem—and chatting while you're at it!
□ After 5 minutes, you're winded and need to stop!
∆ You run for 15 minutes non-stop but collapse afterward.

7. Where do you burn the most energy?

♦ Outdoors in the summer: biking, power walking, or just walking.
□ In stores—hunting the best deals!
∆ At the sports center year-round, trying out different activities!

8. Sunday mornings are for:

♦ Relaxing with family or friends.
□ Swimming with the kids, followed by a hearty brunch.
∆ Walking or cycling, alone or with friends.

9. You're late for your train. After a sprint to catch it…

♦ You need 10 minutes to catch your breath.
□ Calm and cool, you just look for a seat.
∆ What train?! You’re still gasping on the platform cursing the conductor.

10. After a tough workout, what do you eat?

♦ Rice, vegetables, lean meat and fruit. Healthy mind, healthy body!
□ Does a cocktail count as post-workout fuel?
∆ Pizza or fried chicken with fries. Delizioso!

 

 

Test Results

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You’re a couch athlete! It’s time to wake up! At this pace, you may be putting your health at risk. The good news: it’s never too late to start. Reach out to a health professional like a kinesiologist to get moving the right way!

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You’re a weekend warrior! You’ve likely signed up for gym memberships only to lose momentum. You tend to be active on weekends—bike rides, swimming, skating… A bit more consistency and you’ll be on your way to peak fitness.

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You’re a true athlete! You love moving, pushing your limits, and understand the health benefits of staying active. Your energy is contagious—endorphins do wonders! Keep going and inspire others to move more every day!