Social Media Function
Some of us benefit from being able to share our accomplishments on social media. Bodyspace has(had?) a nice function that allowed a photo to be taken at the end of a workout and superimpose text that included the date and a summary of the workout. It's not a necessity, but it was a little perk that added motivation to keep going.
Thanks for voting for this feature -- you can now share new records on Facebook:
I'm going to mark this feature as "Started" and leave it open for more customers to vote on before we implement it further.
If you're on Android, you can update now. If you're on iPhone, you'll have to wait 2-3 days for Apple to approve it. To update:
- Open the store app on your phone
- Search for Dr. Muscle
- Tap update
Now would be a great time to suggest and vote for our next feature. If you'd like to do that, please visit: https://muscle.userecho.com/communities/1-submit-your-feedback/topics#.
Really appreciate your support and advice. Thanks!
Carl Juneau, PhD
Founder of Dr. Muscle
Add Plyometrics and Resistance band training to the program
It would have been awesome if Dr. Juneau was able to add Plyometrics and Resistance band training to the program.
Thanks for voting for that feature -- it's 50% done! In fact, bands programs have been live for some time in the app now. To do them:
Tap Exercise (bottom bar)
Tap Workouts
Tap Dr. Muscle
Tap Home
Tap Buffed w/ Bands!
Now would be a great time to suggest and vote for our next feature. If you'd like to do that, please visit: https://muscle.userecho.com/communities/1-submit-your-feedback/topics#.
Really appreciate your support and advice. Thanks!
RPE for advanced trainees
I would add for advance trainees a RPE scale insted of the actul messages. I would rate the scale with 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5 and a 10.
Max weight feature
It would be nice to be able to set max weight for exercises. Yesterday the app suggested Lat pulldowns @ 355lbs for 4 sets of 3. The problem is that the machine only goes to 295, and there’s no way to add weights to it. I’ve pinned a 10 pound plate to the machine, but no way to add 60lbs.
Hi Dustin,
Great suggestion. The more people vote for it, the faster we'll implement it.
For now, 2 points:
1- Yesterday, we had a small glitch and had to reboot our servers. Normally, you wouldn't get sets of 3 (5 is the new minimum). Therefore, you'll get lighter weights. We've taken steps to prevent glitches like that in the future.
2- If you don't have enough weight, you can do more reps with the max weight you have. The app won't really mind. Another option would be to change exercise altogether (chin-ups would be good in your case - enter your body weight + use external weights when needed).
I hope this is useful.
Best,
Carl
More details on subscription information screen
The only change I would make is to display more detailed account information, specifically the following two points:
1- “You already have lifetime access” is not accurate since there is a monthly subscription for it. “You have access until <end date>” would be more helpful.
2- Also, the subscription information page says (even after subscribing): “Buy now to continue … after your free trial ends” but should toggle off when either the person is in the trial period or has paid for a subscription; then, displaying “Buy now to continue using Dr. Muscle” could toggle on when appropriate and would be sufficient in both cases.
I don’t know if that’s the sort of feedback you had in mind but, as I said, I think it’s a great app.
Dear Kathleen,
Thank you for that suggestion.
I've updated the subscription info page. It's now much more accurate, and I'm marking this suggestion as completed.
All the best,
Carl
Detailed Profile
If there was a web version, I'd like the option to input a detailed profile section. Let the app know I can't do a certain exercise (injury, surgery, recovery, whatever).
Then when it suggests I do a Level 3 workout, it will swap out anything I've listed as a no-go.
One thing an actual Personal Trainer (a good one anyway) will do is evaluate the client based on any current limitations and design a program for them. Or use any number of standard programs but adjust based on any pre-existing conditions.
If the app somehow knew I couldn't Squat for whatever reason, it might suggest a leg press. Or the case of somebody who's had back surgery, maybe Deadlifts are out of the question but Dumbbell deadlifts or a Glute Ham Raise might be a better safer option?
Change rest timer sound
A cooler sound would be better :)
Maybe the option to choose your own?
The update is now public and available on Android and under review by Apple (give it 2-3 days). To update, visit the app store app on your phone, search for Dr. Muscle, and tap "update". So, I'm marking this as "Completed."
If you get a "Connection error" message after you update, log out and log back in. That should solve it.
Thank for voting for this suggestion. Now would be a good time to suggest and vote for our next features on https://muscle.userecho.com/.
Big cheers,
Carl
Deload/Challenge Resets Entire Lift Instead of Progressing
Bug Report: Deload/Challenge Resets Entire Lift Instead of Progressing
Issue:
After completing a set and selecting Deload or Challenge, the app reloads the entire lift instead of continuing from the next set.
Expected Behavior:
After completing a set and selecting Deload, the app should apply the deload parameters to the next set without restarting the entire lift.
Additional Issue:
It’s unclear whether the completed set and reps before selecting Deload or Challenge are logged in history. I need to check if the set is recorded or if it is lost when the lift reloads.
Impact:
- Slows down workouts by forcing users to restart the lift.
- Potential loss of set data if not properly logged.
- Interrupts expected workflow for deloading within a session.
Would be helpful to confirm whether this is already reported or if a fix is planned.
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