Calendar Feature: How-To Schedule Workouts in Workout Trainer

Schedule workouts in Workout Trainer for Android and iOS

Do you need that extra little nudge to help you stick to your exercise routine? Most of us do! Setting a goal for yourself is really just the start of it… Creating a plan, carving out time in your busy schedule, and reminding yourself when it’s time to exercise, are all important steps in helping you achieve the results you’re looking for.

With the latest Workout Trainer app update, you can schedule your favorite workouts in your calendar and automatically receive push notifications that will remind you when it’s time to get moving. Download the update on your Android & iOS devices to explore these new scheduling features and never fall behind again with your training.

Schedule workouts in Workout Trainer for Android and iOS

From the Home screen, tap on any day of your Workout Week to open up the full month-view calendar. Alternatively, open up the left side menu and select ‘Calendar’ from the menu options. Tap on any day in the calendar to schedule a workout. Dates in the past will display the option to Log a Note or a Workout that you’ve already completed. Dates in the future will allow you to Schedule a Workout and give you the option to set a reminder. Select your workout of choice and then adjust the date/time, if needed, as well as the check boxes to receive optional reminders 1 hour before and/or 15 minutes before your scheduled workout.

Schedule workouts in Workout Trainer for Android and iOS

You can also add a workout to the calendar by tapping ‘Save’ at the bottom left corner of any Workout Overview Page. Next, select ‘Schedule Workout’ from the menu options and follow the same prompts, as explained above, to adjust the date/time and push notifications.

Schedule workouts in Workout Trainer for Android and iOS

Make sure you double-check your ‘Settings’ from the left side menu to see which notifications you have turned on/off. Select the first menu option in Settings – called ‘Edit Profile & Account’ – then tap on the ‘Notifs’ tab to adjust your ‘Mobile Push Notifications’ in order to receive these scheduled workout notifications.


Are you a Certified Personal Trainer? As part of Skimble’s extensive Trainer Tools, you can also schedule workouts for your clients in Workout Trainer. Simply tap on your client’s name to enter the 1:1 Messaging Stream. From there, tap the calendar icon in the top right corner to view their calendar and schedule upcoming workouts for them. They will be notified when you schedule a workout, as well as 1 hour and/or 15 mins before, if you select these reminder options.

Download the latest Workout Trainer app update and schedule your first workout today. Take the guesswork out of your weekly exercise routine and get convenient reminders when it’s time to work out.

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Workout Trainer: How to Create Programs on the Web

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

Creating training programs help trainers and fitness enthusiasts alike to organize their training schedule to fit in with their daily routine. Being organized is half the battle when embarking on a new fitness journey, so having a good structure in place is important to help you stick to your plan and achieve your goals faster. You can create your own custom training programs in the Workout Trainer app, and now you can also create programs on the web. Just head over to the Skimble website to start creating your first program from the comfort of your computer.

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: 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, and Chinese. 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: 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.

Workout Trainer: How to Create Programs on the Web

You can then tap on any workout scheduled on the calendar to replace, duplicate, or remove it. You can also add additional weeks to your program by tapping the gray button below the calendar.

Workout Trainer: 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: 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, 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: 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!

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