Medical Disclaimer
Your Training Monkey
Version 1.0 • Effective Date: January 1, 2025
⚠️ IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
Your Training Monkey is NOT a medical device, healthcare provider, or substitute for professional medical advice. All information provided is for educational and informational purposes only.
1. Not Medical Advice
1.1 Service Purpose
Your Training Monkey provides training analytics and fitness insights based on your Strava activity data. Our recommendations are:
- Educational in nature - designed to help you understand training concepts
- Data-driven suggestions - based on established training science principles
- General guidance - not personalized medical recommendations
- Supplementary tools - to support your existing training knowledge
1.2 What We Are NOT
Your Training Monkey does NOT:
- Provide medical diagnoses or medical advice
- Replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals
- Offer treatment recommendations for injuries or medical conditions
- Guarantee injury prevention or performance improvements
- Serve as a substitute for proper medical evaluation
- Provide emergency medical assistance
2. Training and Fitness Recommendations
2.1 Training Analysis Limitations
Our training load analysis and AI recommendations are based on:
- Mathematical algorithms applied to your activity data
- General training science principles
- Pattern recognition in your training history
- Automated analysis without human medical oversight
Professional Consultation Required: Before making significant changes to your training based on our recommendations, consult with qualified professionals such as certified coaches, sports medicine physicians, or physical therapists.
2.2 Training Recommendations
Our AI-powered training recommendations:
- Are based on general training principles, not your specific medical history
- Cannot account for individual health conditions or injuries
- Should be adapted to your personal circumstances and limitations
- May not be appropriate for all fitness levels or health conditions
3. Injury Prevention and Risk Assessment
3.1 Injury Risk Calculations
Our injury risk assessments use established metrics like Acute Chronic Workload Ratio (ACWR) and Training Impulse (TRIMP). However:
Important Limitations:
- Risk calculations are statistical estimates, not medical predictions
- Many injury risk factors cannot be detected from activity data alone
- Individual biomechanics, nutrition, sleep, and health status significantly impact injury risk
- No algorithm can guarantee injury prevention
3.2 When to Seek Professional Help
Consult a healthcare provider immediately if you experience:
- Persistent pain that worsens or doesn't improve with rest
- Acute injuries during or after training
- Unusual fatigue, dizziness, or shortness of breath
- Signs of overtraining syndrome or burnout
- Any symptoms that concern you about your health
- Chest pain, heart irregularities, or breathing difficulties
4. Individual Health Considerations
4.1 Pre-Existing Conditions
Our service cannot account for:
- Cardiovascular conditions or heart disease
- Musculoskeletal injuries or chronic conditions
- Metabolic disorders or nutritional deficiencies
- Mental health conditions affecting training motivation
- Medications that may impact training response
- Age-related considerations or physical limitations
Health Screening Recommendation: Before beginning any new training program or following our recommendations, consider obtaining medical clearance from a healthcare provider, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions or are over 40 years of age.
4.2 Individual Variation
Training responses vary significantly between individuals due to:
- Genetic factors affecting fitness adaptation
- Training history and experience level
- Lifestyle factors (sleep, nutrition, stress)
- Environmental conditions and training surfaces
- Equipment and biomechanical factors
5. Emergency Medical Situations
5.1 Medical Emergency Protocol
🚨 In case of medical emergency:
- Call emergency services immediately (911 in US, 112 in EU)
- Do not rely on our app for emergency medical guidance
- Seek immediate medical attention for serious symptoms
- Contact a healthcare provider for non-emergency medical concerns
5.2 Warning Signs During Training
Stop training immediately and seek medical help if you experience:
- Chest pain, pressure, or discomfort
- Severe shortness of breath or breathing difficulties
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
- Severe nausea or vomiting during exercise
- Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
- Severe joint or muscle pain
6. Professional Consultation Requirements
6.1 Recommended Consultations
Consider consulting with qualified professionals before:
- Starting a new training program - especially if sedentary or returning from injury
- Significantly increasing training volume - beyond your current capacity
- Training with existing injuries - or recent injury history
- Experiencing persistent fatigue - or performance decline
6.2 Qualified Professionals
Seek advice from:
- Sports Medicine Physicians: For injury diagnosis and treatment
- Physical Therapists: For movement assessment and injury rehabilitation
- Certified Athletic Trainers: For injury prevention and performance
- Registered Dietitians: For nutrition and fueling strategies
- Licensed Mental Health Professionals: For training-related psychological concerns
7. No Guarantee of Results
7.1 Performance and Safety Disclaimers
No Guarantees: Your Training Monkey makes no guarantees regarding:
- Performance improvement or athletic achievement
- Injury prevention or reduced injury risk
- Specific training outcomes or timelines
- Suitability for your individual circumstances
- Accuracy of risk calculations or predictions
7.2 Individual Responsibility
You acknowledge and accept full responsibility for:
- Your training decisions and modifications to our recommendations
- Monitoring your body's response to training
- Seeking appropriate medical care when needed
- Understanding your personal health status and limitations
- Any consequences resulting from your use of our service
8. Specific Health and Safety Warnings
8.1 Trail Running Risks
Trail running involves inherent risks including:
- Environmental hazards: Uneven terrain, weather conditions, wildlife
- Physical demands: High impact forces, elevation changes, extended durations
- Remote locations: Limited access to emergency services
- Equipment failure: Gear malfunction in challenging conditions
8.2 High-Risk Training Indicators
Be especially cautious and consider professional consultation if:
- Our system indicates "High Risk" training status
- You're experiencing persistent fatigue or performance decline
- You have a history of overuse injuries
- You're returning from injury or extended time off
- You're significantly increasing training volume or intensity
- You have cardiovascular risk factors or family history
9. AI-Generated Recommendations
9.1 Artificial Intelligence Limitations
Our AI recommendations are generated by computer algorithms and:
- Cannot replace human judgment or professional expertise
- May not account for factors not reflected in your activity data
- Are based on general training principles, not personalized medical assessment
- Should be evaluated critically and adapted to your circumstances
9.2 Data Quality Considerations
AI recommendations are only as good as the data provided. Factors affecting accuracy include:
- Completeness and accuracy of your Strava activity data
- Proper heart rate monitor calibration and usage
- Consistent data recording across all training sessions
- Accuracy of elevation and GPS tracking
10. Liability Limitations
10.1 Health and Safety Liability
LIMITED LIABILITY: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Your Training Monkey and its affiliates shall not be liable for any health complications, injuries, or adverse outcomes resulting from:
- Use of our training recommendations or analysis
- Reliance on our injury risk assessments
- Modifications to your training based on our guidance
- Technical errors or inaccuracies in our calculations
- Delays in data processing or recommendation delivery
10.2 User Assumption of Risk
By using our service, you acknowledge that you:
- Understand the inherent risks of endurance training and trail running
- Accept full responsibility for your training decisions
- Will use your own judgment in applying our recommendations
- Agree to seek professional medical advice when appropriate
11. Age and Capacity Requirements
Our service is intended for adults who:
- Are at least 18 years of age
- Have the mental capacity to understand training risks
- Can make informed decisions about their training
- Accept responsibility for their health and safety
12. Changes to This Disclaimer
We may update this Medical Disclaimer to reflect:
- Changes in our service features or capabilities
- Updates to medical or legal standards
- New research in training science or injury prevention
- Regulatory requirements or legal obligations
Material changes will be communicated through email and in-app notifications.
13. Acknowledgment and Acceptance
By using Your Training Monkey, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Medical Disclaimer. You confirm that:
- You understand this service is not medical advice
- You will consult healthcare professionals for medical concerns
- You accept responsibility for your training decisions
- You understand the risks associated with endurance training
- You will not hold us liable for health or injury outcomes
14. FDA and Regulatory Compliance
14.1 FDA Device Classification
Important: Your Training Monkey is NOT an FDA-approved medical device. We do not:
- Diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical conditions
- Meet FDA requirements for medical device software
- Provide clinical-grade health monitoring or assessment
- Replace FDA-approved medical devices or monitoring equipment
14.2 Fitness Technology Limitations
Our service is classified as a fitness and wellness application, not medical technology:
- Recommendations are based on fitness science, not medical diagnosis
- Data analysis is for training optimization, not health assessment
- Risk calculations are athletic performance tools, not medical risk assessment
- AI recommendations are coaching suggestions, not medical advice
15. Specific Trail Running and Outdoor Activity Warnings
15.1 Trail Running Hazard Awareness
Trail running involves significant inherent risks including:
- Terrain Hazards: Loose rocks, roots, steep descents, unstable surfaces
- Environmental Dangers: Weather changes, lightning, flash floods, extreme temperatures
- Wildlife Encounters: Bears, snakes, aggressive animals, insect-borne diseases
- Navigation Risks: Getting lost, inadequate trail marking, GPS failure
- Isolation Factors: Remote locations, poor cell coverage, delayed rescue access
- Equipment Failures: Shoe failure, pack malfunction, lighting equipment issues
15.2 Altitude and Elevation Considerations
High-elevation training and racing present additional risks:
- Altitude Sickness: Symptoms may include nausea, headache, fatigue
- Dehydration Risk: Increased fluid loss at elevation
- UV Exposure: Higher radiation levels at altitude
- Weather Volatility: Rapid weather changes in mountain environments
15.3 Trail Safety Recommendations
Always follow safe trail running practices:
- Inform others of your planned route and expected return
- Carry appropriate safety gear (first aid, communication device, shelter)
- Check weather conditions and trail reports before heading out
- Turn back if conditions deteriorate or you feel unwell
- Consider running with others in remote or challenging areas