Terms & Conditions
These terms govern your use of this website, the calorie calculator and account system, and our online coaching service, all operated by Michael Howe, doing business as _mikehowe ("we," "us," "I"). By using this site, creating an account, or purchasing coaching, you agree to these terms.
The calculator and our coaching provide fitness education and general, formula-based estimates. They are not medical advice, and they are not a substitute for a physician, registered dietitian, or other qualified healthcare provider. Talk to a healthcare provider before starting any diet, exercise program, or significant change in caloric intake, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have an existing health condition, or take medication.
Part 1: The calculator
Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or use this site. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this requirement.
No medical advice; use at your own risk
The calorie, macronutrient, and fiber estimates provided by this tool are based on general population formulas and publicly available research. They are estimates, not guarantees, and individual results vary based on factors this tool cannot account for. The adaptive adjustment feature assumes you are consistently eating at your logged target; if that assumption doesn't hold, its adjustments will not be accurate. You are solely responsible for decisions you make based on the information this tool provides, and you use it entirely at your own risk.
Your account
- You are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential
- You are responsible for the accuracy of the information you enter
- You may delete your account at any time from within the site, which permanently removes your data
- We may suspend or terminate accounts that misuse the service or violate these terms
Acceptable use
You agree not to use this site to violate any law, attempt to access other users' data, interfere with the site's operation, or reverse-engineer or scrape the service.
Part 2: Online coaching
The service
Online fitness coaching delivered through our coaching app and by text message. Plans and current prices are listed on the coaching page.
- Training: custom 4-week program blocks, each new block adjusted to your progress and feedback, and text messaging for questions, including form feedback on videos you send.
- Training + Nutrition: everything in Training, plus calorie and macro targets adjusted as your weight trend changes, and general nutrition guidance.
Coaching is asynchronous. Live calls, meal plans, and in-person sessions are not included.
Response times
You can text me questions anytime. I reply as soon as I reasonably can, usually within 1 business day. Your first program is delivered within 3 days of receiving your completed intake form.
Eligibility
You must be 18 or older and complete the intake form, Health Screening, and Liability Waiver before receiving a program.
Not medical care
Coaching is fitness education and programming, not medical, physical therapy, mental health, or dietetic treatment. I am not a physician, registered dietitian, or certified dietitian or nutritionist. Nutrition guidance is general and intended for healthy adults. If you have a medical condition or injury, are pregnant, or have a history of disordered eating, get clearance from a qualified professional first. I may decline or pause coaching where your safety requires it.
Your responsibilities
Give accurate, current health information and update me when it changes. Train within your limits, stop if you feel pain, dizziness, or unusual symptoms, and seek medical care when needed. You are responsible for your equipment and training environment.
Billing, cancellation, and refunds
Plans renew monthly or weekly, depending on the billing option you choose, until cancelled. See the Refund Policy for the 30-day guarantee and cancellation terms.
Program content
Programs and materials I provide are for your personal use. Don't resell, share, or publish them.
Ending coaching
I may end coaching for abusive behavior, non-payment, or safety concerns. If I end it for reasons other than your conduct, I'll refund any unused prepaid period.
Part 3: General terms
No guarantee of results
Results depend on your consistency, sleep, nutrition, health, and other factors outside our control. We make no guarantee of any particular outcome, including weight loss, weight gain, or any change in body composition.
Intellectual property
The _mikehowe name, branding, and the design and content of this site are owned by Michael Howe. You may not copy, reproduce, or use them without permission.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, _mikehowe and Michael Howe are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this site or our coaching, or from reliance on the information either provides, including any health, fitness, or medical outcome. For coaching, our total liability for any claim is limited to the amount you paid in the 3 months before the claim. The site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. This doesn't limit liability that can't be limited by law.
Privacy
See the Privacy Policy for how your information, including health data, is handled.
Changes to these terms
We may update these terms or coaching prices from time to time. Coaching clients get at least 30 days' notice by email, and changes apply from their next billing date after the notice period. For the calculator, continued use of the site after a change means you accept the updated terms.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Disputes will be handled in the courts of King County, Washington.
Contact
Michael Howe, Seattle, Washington. mike@mikehowefit.com or coaching@mikehowefit.com