These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of Academic Athlete Lab (the "Site"), a personal, non-commercial website providing informational diagnostic tools and trackers for performance and longevity metrics in adults 50+. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
1. Nature of the Site
The Site offers free, self-directed calculators, trackers, and reference information based on publicly available scientific formulas and research (e.g., VO₂ Max estimates, FFMI, grip strength norms). It is maintained by an individual for personal interest and sharing with others in a similar demographic. No registration, data collection, or commercial activity occurs. All content is for general informational and educational purposes only.
The Site does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or personalized health plans. It is not a substitute for consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.
2. No Professional Advice or Services
Nothing on the Site constitutes or should be interpreted as professional medical, fitness, nutritional, or therapeutic advice. The tools and information are general in nature and may not apply to your individual circumstances, health status, or risks.
Always consult a physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting, changing, or interpreting any exercise, nutrition, recovery, or health-related activities—especially if you have pre-existing conditions, injuries, or concerns.
No doctor-patient, coach-client, or professional relationship is created by using the Site. Do not delay seeking or disregard professional medical advice because of information here.
3. User Responsibility and Assumption of Risk
You use the Site at your own risk. Any decisions based on Site content (e.g., training adjustments, interpreting metrics) are your sole responsibility. Physical activity, even self-tracked, carries inherent risks of injury, illness, or other adverse effects.
The Site owner is not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or claim arising from your use or reliance on the Site, including but not limited to inaccurate calculations, misinterpretation of results, or application of general information to your specific situation.
4. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Site and its owner disclaim all warranties (express or implied), including accuracy, completeness, fitness for purpose, or non-infringement.
In no event shall the owner be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to stop using it.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site (text, formulas, design) is owned by the creator or used under fair use/research rights. You may view and use for personal, non-commercial purposes only. No reproduction, distribution, or commercial use without permission.
6. Changes and Termination
These Terms may be updated at any time; continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.
Access may be terminated or restricted at any time without notice or liability.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the applicable jurisdiction where the Site owner resides. For questions, use the contact method (if any) provided on the Site.