Need help tracking sets, building supersets, or reviewing your progress? This FAQ covers everything you need to know about using FITIV Pulse to log, organize, and personalize your weightlifting workouts, whether you're mid-session or checking things after your workout.
Q: How do I add exercises to my workout?
Solution:
- Tap the “Add Exercise” button during a workout.
- Select one or more exercises, then tap “Add Exercise.”
Q: How do I set a rest timer during my workout?
Solution:
- Tap the Timer icon in the top-left of the active workout screen.
- Choose Countdown or Stopwatch.
- Adjust time using +/- 15 seconds.
- Tap Start.
Q: How do I add rest timers between sets?
Solution:
- Tap the More (⋯) icon on an exercise.
- Select Set Rest Timer.
- Swipe to select your preferred rest time.
- Tap the Checkmark to confirm.
Q: What is a superset and how do I create one?
Solution:
- Tap the More (⋯) icon on any exercise.
- Select Create Superset.
- Choose the exercises to group and tap Done.
Coach Tip: Supersets let you link multiple exercises. They can be performed back-to-back or with rest, based on your preference.
Q: How do I replace an exercise?
Solution:
- Tap More (⋯) > Tap Replace Exercise > Choose the replacement.
Q: How do I reorder exercises in my workout?
Solution:
- Tap More (⋯) > Tap Reorder Workout > Drag and drop exercises into your desired order.
Q: How do I remove an exercise?
Solution:
- Tap More (⋯) > Tap Remove Exercise.
Q: How do I take notes on an exercise?
Solution:
- Tap the note field below the exercise title to enter custom text. These notes will be saved with your workout.
Q: How do I view my exercise history?
Solution:
- During a workout: Tap the exercise > Tap History.
- After a workout: Tap the exercise in Set Details to scroll through previous sessions.
Q: Where can I find form instructions or exercise demos?
Solution:
- During a workout: Tap the exercise > Tap How To for a GIF and step guide.
- After a workout: Tap the ? icon in the top-right corner.
Q: How do I log a set?
Solution:
- Enter weight and reps, then tap the Checkmark.
- If a rest timer is enabled, it will start automatically.
Q: How should I log dumbbell exercises?
Solution:
- Log the total weight lifted (e.g., 20 lb per hand = 40 lb total).
Q: How do I change a set type?
Solution:
- Tap the set number > Select the type (Normal, Warm Up, Cool Down, Failure, Dropset).
Q: How do I delete a set?
Solution:
- Tap the set number > Tap Remove Set.
Q: What is a failure set?
Solution:
- A set where you continue reps until you can no longer complete one with good form.
Q: What is a dropset?
Solution:
- A set where you reduce the weight after reaching failure and continue without resting.
Q: Do I need to log sets to track a weightlifting workout?
Solution:
- No. You can simply start a workout and track heart rate, calories, and time without logging any sets.
Q: What metrics does FITIV track for weightlifting?
Solution:
- FITIV tracks Reps, Sets, and Volume during weightlifting workouts.
Q: What does the trophy icon mean?
Solution:
- It indicates that you've achieved a new Personal Record (PR).
Q: What Personal Records does FITIV track?
Solution:
- Heaviest Weight Lifted
- Estimated 1-Rep Max (1RM)
Q: How do I create a workout template?
Solution:
- Option 1: Save a completed workout as a template when prompted post-workout.
- Option 2: Go to Workout > Templates > + Add to create one manually.
Q: How do I start a workout from a template?
Solution:
- From the Workout Tab > Weightlifting Templates > Select and Start Workout.
- Or from the main Workout screen, where templates appear alphabetically, in Recents, or in Favourites if starred.
Q: Where can I see my post-workout data?
Solution:
- Go to Workout History > Tap a session > Scroll to Set Details to see PRs, metrics, and all logged sets.
Q: Can I edit workout data after finishing?
Solution:
- Yes. In Set Details, tap the set or exercise to change weight, reps, set type, or notes.
Q: Can I add missed sets after the workout?
Solution:
- Yes. Scroll to Set Details > Tap Add Exercise to log any additional sets.
– The FITIV Support Team
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