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Machines

Machines vary between gyms — "Pin 8" on one chest press is different from another. Machine profiles let you track which machine you used and where, so your progression data is meaningful.

Creating a machine profile​

  1. Go to Settings > Equipment > Machines
  2. Tap Add Machine
  3. Enter:
    • Machine name — The machine type (e.g., "Chest Press", "Leg Curl")
    • Gym/location — Where the machine is (e.g., "Gold's Gym Downtown")
    • Settings — Pin positions and their approximate equivalent weights

Why machine profiles matter​

Without calibration, your data shows "Pin 6, 10 reps" then "Pin 7, 8 reps" — is that progress? With a profile:

  • Week 1: Chest Press @ Gold's, Pin 6 (~140 lbs), 10 reps
  • Week 2: Chest Press @ Gold's, Pin 7 (~160 lbs), 8 reps

Now you can see you increased 20 lbs.

Calibrating a machine​

To figure out the weight at each pin:

  1. Check if the machine has a weight chart on the frame
  2. If not, count plates and multiply by plate weight (usually 10 or 15 lbs each)
  3. Record the pin number and equivalent weight for settings you typically use

You don't need to calibrate every pin — just your working range.

Multiple gyms​

If you train at different gyms, create separate profiles for the same machine type at each location. "Chest Press @ Gold's" and "Chest Press @ Home Gym" are tracked independently.

Using machines during logging​

When logging with the Machine resistance type, your configured machines appear as options. Select the machine and enter the pin/setting number.