Workout Trainer: New Programs to Ring in the New Year

Workout Trainer: New 2022 Training ProgramsThe start of each year comes with a fresh set of intentions, and in our case, some brand spankin’ new programs! Whether you’ve decided to stay home with family and friends this holiday season, or you’ve hit the road on your next adventure, we’ve got the perfect bodyweight program coming your way to kick start your 2022 fitness goals. Brand Spankin’ New You is a two-week training program that’ll help you sweat out the holiday pounds, and most importantly, have loads of fun while you’re doing it.

Look out for new program releases as they hit the app over the coming months and let us know which ones you love. From cardio/HIIT-style programs to strength training basics, we’ve got something for everyone. Why not try to learn a new skill this year? Master the basics of meditation and mindfulness, or start one of our energizing month-long yoga challenges. Go PRO+ to gain access to ALL the programs we’ve created for you in Workout Trainer!

Download the latest Workout Trainer update on your Android & iOS devices to get the best all-around experience. You’re just a few touches away from becoming the healthiest, fittest, strongest version of you!

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Team Skimble

Workout Trainer: Create Unlimited Exercises, Workouts, & Programs with a Pro+ Membership

Workout Trainer Pro+ Tools for Unlimited Content Creation

Did you know you can create and host all your online training content in one convenient place? Whether you like working out at home or on-the-go, our content creation tools can be accessed on mobile and web, giving you maximum flexibility to take your training to the next level. Skimble’s Pro+ membership empowers you with all the tools you need to create unlimited exercises, workouts, multi-week training programs, and so much more. Let’s take a look at some of Workout Trainer‘s most powerful Pro+ features:

Create your own Exercises

With over 4,000 exercises and counting, you’ll have access to one of the largest exercise libraries available on Android and iOS devices. But rest assured, if you still can’t find what you’re looking for, you can also add your own custom exercises with just a few quick taps. For step-by-step instructions on how to create exercises in Workout Trainer, check out this how-to blog post or watch the short video tutorial below.

Create your own Workouts

Whether you’re looking to create workouts for yourself, to share with family & friends, or to send to your online coaching clients – we’ve got you covered! Our advanced workout creation tools enable you to design custom workouts using your favorite exercises. To see just how easy it is, follow the steps in this how-to blog post or watch the short video tutorial below.

Fun Fact! You can now also add your favorite YouTube workout videos in Workout Trainer. Follow the same steps to create a new workout and then select ‘YouTube Video’ from the menu options. Simply copy/paste the YouTube link and that’s it, you’re ready to rock ‘n’ roll!

Create your own Programs

Encourage yourself and your fitness crew to stay on track by creating custom multi-week training programs. Develop your fitness plans with personalized schedules, targeted goals, and customized branding. These training programs have also proven to be a great tool for Fitness Professionals to grow their online training business and coach clients remotely. To start creating your first training program, follow the steps in this how-to blog post or watch the short video tutorial below.

Now that we’ve highlighted some of these key premium features that will help you simplify your online content creation, it’s time to test the waters and see for yourself! Download the latest Workout Trainer app update on your Android & iOS and unlock all our Pro+ features for the best all-around training experience.Workout Trainer by Skimble: Pro+ Features Highlighted

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Team Skimble

Workout Trainer: Now Featuring Your Favorite YouTube Workouts

Play long-form YouTube Video Workouts using the Workout Trainer app

What’s one of the easiest ways to stick with your fitness resolutions? Just commit to hitting ‘play’ a few times a week in Workout Trainer. All our workouts are follow-along — simply watch your favorite trainers complete the workout right there with you.

With that in mind, we are excited to announce that Workout Trainer now features YouTube workouts. Let’s face it, we all watch YouTube (right 😉 ?!) … now you can watch and follow along to professional, full-length YouTube workout videos seamlessly integrated with the Workout Trainer experience. Add and play YouTube workouts in our streamlined app and get Heart Rate feedback, Cals Burned info, and earn Activity Points to compete on our monthly leaderboard!

Workout Trainer supports full-length YouTube workout videos

Besides keeping track of your heart rate and the number of calories you’ve burned, our integrated workout player also allows you to play/pause your YouTube workouts and rewind/fast-forward them in 10-second intervals.

Workout Trainer supports full-length YouTube workout videos

Download the latest Workout Trainer app update on your Android & iOS and try out your first full-length YouTube workout today. Look out for the new YouTube workouts we’ll be featuring in the app and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook & Instagram to catch our selection of weekly faves!

Workout Trainer now hosts full-length YouTube workout videos

We’ve already seen some awesome YouTube workouts added by our community members so far, simply find them in-app under the new YouTube workouts category and hit PLAY with a good internet connection for the best all-around experience. You can already enjoy YouTube workouts in English, Spanish, French, and Chinese, with more supported languages coming soon.

Workout Trainer now hosts full-length YouTube workout videos

This is also a great opportunity for Trainers on our platform to integrate long-form workout videos with their other types of training content on Workout Trainer. Simply tap the ‘+’ icon to create a new workout and select the YouTube workout option to add your own.

You do not have to be a PRO+ member to play these integrated YouTube workouts! However, if you want to create more than 3 workouts on our platform (including adding Youtube workouts), you will need to be a PRO+ member.

Get the latest Workout Trainer app update and get on with it!

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Team Skimble

Workout Trainer: Create Custom Programs with Ease, on Mobile and Web

Workout Trainer app - Program Creation on Mobile and Web

2020 has sparked a global uptake in online training, a change that many believe is here to stay! With an increasing number of Trainers and community members using multi-week training programs to schedule their at-home workouts, we wanted to highlight the convenience of our custom program creation features in Workout Trainer. Let’s welcome 2021 by hitting our New Year fitness resolutions from the comfort of our homes, together!

Custom Program Creation On Mobile

Download the Workout Trainer app on your AndroidiOS devices and you’ll be able to dive straight in. With our latest update, PRO+ members can create custom training programs with a few quick taps and send them to their fitness crew or personal training clients, wherever they are. You can even keep track of their progress and hold them accountable along the way.

To get started, navigate to the ‘Programs’ tab and select the ‘+’ icon in the top right corner. Come up with an appropriate name and write a brief description about the training program. You can also indicate the general intensity of the workouts in this program by selecting casual/moderate/intense.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Create Custom Programs on Mobile and Web

Next, create your program by adding workouts to the calendar. You can add more than one workout on a single day in any program. You can also move, copy, and delete training days from here – including days with multiple scheduled workouts. By tapping the ‘…’ icon next to each workout, you can move the individual workout to another day or remove it entirely. If you need a quick refresher on how to create training programs in Workout Trainer, please refer to our short video tutorial on YouTube.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Create Custom Programs on Mobile and Web

You can now also upload your own cover images to programs you’ve created. Tap the image icon at the top of the screen to choose a cover image from the library on your device. When you are ready, use the toggle at the top right to publish the program as ‘Private’ or ‘Public’. Private programs can only be viewed by the clients you send them to, whilst Public programs can be used as a teaser for anyone to find on your profile.

Custom Program Creation On Web

If you prefer doing your client programming or creating your own personal workout schedules on a desktop or laptop, you can also use our custom program creation tools on the Skimble website. Sign up for a new account or log in to your existing account and follow these simple steps below to create your first program on the web.

Select the Programs tab from the top header menu, then tap ‘Add New’ to get started. Here, you can create custom training programs on our website the same way you would in the Workout Trainer app.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: How to Create Programs on the Web

Start by selecting the language you want to use to create your program. We currently support localized versions of the app in English, Spanish, Chinese, and French. Come up with a creative name for your program, then write a description to summarize its purpose and select the difficulty of the program based on the average intensity of the workouts you’re using. Skip the Publishing and Privacy steps until you’re ready to go live with your program.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: How to Create Programs on the Web

Tap any day on the calendar to add a workout. You can search by name, category, popular workouts, or select one of your own created workouts. Choose the workout you want to include and it will be added to the calendar on the day you selected. You can then tap on any workout scheduled on the calendar to replace or remove it, add additional workouts to the same day, or copy the entire day. You can also add additional weeks to your program by tapping the gray button below the calendar.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: How to Create Programs on the Web

When you’ve finished creating your custom training program, head back up to the top of the page to publish it. Select Public or Private from the drop-down menu before you save the program. We recommend creating private programs to send to your 1:1 training clients for their use only. This is a great marketing tool that can help you grow your online coaching business! You can also create public programs as teaser content to showcase on your profile and share with friends.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: How to Create Programs on the Web

You can share your public programs on social media, or send private ones to clients directly on the web. Tap the blue Skimble Share button, select one of your clients, enter a message, and hit send! Creating Programs is a PRO+ feature. Make sure you’ve completed at least one workout in the app first to be able to access program creation on our website. Verified Trainers with a PRO+ membership can create programs on the web right away, just submit your personal trainer certifications to get verified and start using our Trainer Tools to grow your business.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: How to Create Programs on the Web

Try it out today! Create your first custom training program on the Skimble website and send it to your clients and friends in the Workout Trainer app on Android and iOS for the best multimedia experience!

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Team Skimble

Workout Trainer: 10+ New Programs for a New YOU!

Workout Trainer app - 10+ New Training Programs for 2021

With the festive season in full swing, this is our favorite time of year because we get to announce our new line-up… drumroll, please! We’ve got 10+ brand new programs coming your way in 2021, and believe us when we say that we’ve included something for everyone in this mix. Whether you’re looking for a program to help you lose those pesky holiday pounds, or you’re already dreaming of that sculped summer body, we’ve got some great options to help you get there. From yoga flows to fitness challenges, remote training has never been easier with the help of your trusted Workout Trainer app in your pocket. Invite your friends to join in the fun and share your favorite training programs to stay on track and crush your fitness goals together.

Look out for new program releases as they hit the app over the coming months and let us know which ones you love. Go PRO+ to gain access to ALL the programs we’ve created for you in Workout Trainer!

Download Workout Trainer on your Android & iOS devices and enroll in any of our multi-week training programs today. You’re just a touch away from becoming a healthier, fitter, stronger you!

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Team Skimble

Stay Connected and Motivated with the Workout Trainer Leaderboard

Two friends competing on the Workout Trainer LeaderboardWho doesn’t love a little friendly competition to stay motivated and have fun?! With our latest updates to the Workout Trainer leaderboard, you’ll be able to climb up the ranks each month and compete with your friends, as well as the entire Workout Trainer community. Download the new app update on your Android and iOS devices to start collecting Activity Points today!

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Compete on the LeaderboardHow do I earn Activity Points?

Each time you complete a workout, you’ll be able to see the number of Activity Points you’ve earned on the Workout Summary page. If you have a smartwatch or Heart Rate monitor, don’t forget to connect it so you get more points for your training sessions. The more time you spend in higher Heart Rate zones, the more Activity Points you’ll earn. It’s that simple!

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Compete on the LeaderboardHow does the Leaderboard work?

Any workout you complete with a smartwatch or Heart Rate monitor will get counted on the Heart Rate Leaderboard. All workouts, including HR ones, will get counted on the All Workouts Leaderboard. Check your current position at any time by tapping the ‘Leaders’ option in the ‘Community’ tab.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Compete on the Leaderboard

Great! When can I start?

The Leaderboard resets at the beginning of every month so you can get a fresh start and try to best your previous month! You can also jump in at any point during the month… the key is to simply keep doing workouts on a regular basis.

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Compete on the LeaderboardI’m a beginner… can I still earn points and compete against the pros?

You sure can! You will still be able to earn activity points even if you are doing casual-level workouts. We designed the leaderboard to be as inclusive as possible so every exercise completed will earn you points. Workouts are plentiful so just find something that works for you and keep moving!
Workout Trainer by Skimble: Compete on the Leaderboard

Can I invite my friends to join my Leaderboard?

Absolutely! Rally your friends to train with you in Workout Trainer. It’ll help you hold yourself (and your friends) accountable whilst making your weekly workouts so much more fun. Send workout recommendations to each other, share fitness selfies, and ‘like’ the progress you’re making together! To invite friends to join you, head to the Community tab > tap the Friends option > + Friends. All of the friends you follow will then start getting ranked along with you each month. Head over to your personalized Friends Leaderboard within the Leaderboard section and how you stack up on the Home tab!
Workout Trainer community members competing on the in-app Leaderboard

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

 

Team Skimble

Skimble’s Pro Workout of the Week: Friends Forever

Grab a friend and work out with your buddy! Get a total body workout done and motivate each other along the way. Friends who work out together, stay together!

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Free Workout of the Week: Friends ForeverDo you have a fitness resolution? Make progress towards achieving your goals with Skimble’s top fitness apps and supportive community. If you’re new to Skimble, our Workout of the Week challenges offer you fresh ways to be fit. Download Workout Trainer on your Android & Apple devices and do your first workout! Remember, if you want to stay up-to-date with our Workout of the Week challenges, be sure to have your Workout Trainer notifications turned ON in the app!

Workout Trainer for Android - Google Play store downloadWorkout Trainer for iOS - iTunes App Store download

Workout Trainer by Skimble: Amazon Appstore Download Badge

Team Skimble