How to create exercises?
You can use TrainerStudio's public exercise library or create your own exercises to match the way you coach. Only the name is required: save a basic exercise in seconds and complete the rest whenever you need it.
The same dialog lets you add instructions, tags, photos, videos, links, classification, and workload settings. Your exercise is then ready to find, program, and show to clients.
Desktop keeps every field in one view; mobile lets you complete one section at a time.
1. Open your library and click Create
Go to Library → Exercises → My Exercises. Click Create in the top-right corner.
The new exercise is saved under “My Exercises” and can be used in any program or client plan.
You can also create an exercise without leaving the exercise picker that opens while building a workout. When you finish, TrainerStudio selects it so you can continue programming.
2. Complete the exercise details
The dialog puts all the information in one scrollable view. Start with the name, the only required field. As soon as you enter it, the footer changes to Ready to save.
Only the name is required; everything else helps explain and organize the exercise.
Basic information
- Name (required): use a clear, recognizable name such as “Bulgarian split squat” or “Barbell bench press.”
- Instructions: write short, specific execution cues. The client reads them when opening the exercise.
- Tags: add your own words to find it later, such as “legs,” “glutes,” or “warm-up.” Type a tag and press Enter to add it.
3. Add the cover, videos, and other resources
Under Media, click Add videos and photos. You can:
- Upload an image or video from your device.
- Paste a YouTube or Vimeo link.
- Add an external link to an article, guide, or other resource.
Keep the exercise demonstration, its cover, and any supporting material in one gallery.
The first eligible image automatically becomes the cover. You can also choose another image, a GIF, or a YouTube thumbnail. On desktop, drag resources to reorder them and hover over one to change the cover or remove it.
4. Classify the exercise and configure workload
Classification is optional, but it helps you search and filter your library. You can set:
- Primary and secondary muscles.
- Movement pattern and force type.
- Mechanics and laterality.
- Equipment.
Workload control is optional too. Its three fields—load mode, CA coefficient, and discipline—define how the exercise contributes to a client's workload. If you leave them empty, you can still use the exercise normally, but it will not count toward workload tracking.
5. On mobile, open each section
On mobile, the same form is organized as a list. Tap Name, Instructions, Tags, Media, Classification, or Workload control to open that screen.
Tap a row to edit it, go back without losing your draft, and tap “Done” to close a section.
You can move between sections without losing what you have entered. When the exercise is ready, tap Save.
Frequently asked questions
Which fields are required to create an exercise?▼
Only the name. You can create the minimum record now and add instructions, media, classification, and workload settings later from your library.
How do I know whether the exercise can be saved?▼
The dialog footer shows its status. If the name is missing or a value is invalid, it explains the issue next to the buttons; it also shows progress during an upload.
How is the exercise cover selected?▼
The first eligible image, GIF, or YouTube thumbnail is used automatically as the cover until you choose another.
Can I change the order of videos and photos?▼
Yes. Drag resources on desktop; on mobile, use each resource's menu to move it, make it the cover, or remove it.
What happens if I create an exercise from a workout?▼
After saving, the new exercise returns selected in the picker so you can add it immediately without leaving the flow.
Do I need to build my whole library before getting started?▼
No. Add exercises as you need them and keep names and tags consistent so they remain easy to find.