LiftCal Support

Welcome to the LiftCal Support page. Here you’ll find help with getting started, common issues, FAQs, and ways to reach us if you need more assistance.

Getting Started

  1. Open the App: Launch LiftCal on your device.
  2. Enter Your Body Weight: Input in kg or lbs for accurate results.
  3. Enter Workout Duration: Add your planned session length in minutes.
  4. Set Number of Exercises: Up to 20 exercises supported per session.
  5. Enter Reps, Sets, and Weight: Fill in details for each exercise.
  6. Select Intensity: Choose Light, Moderate, or Heavy.
  7. Calculate: Tap "Calculate Calories" to see your total burn.

Tip: You can clear inputs any time to start fresh.

Tracking Progress & Analysis

LiftCal now goes beyond calorie estimates. You can gain insights from workouts including:

Workout logs are used internally by the app for these calculations and insights.They are not exported or shared externally and cannot currently be retrieved outside the app.

Customising LiftCal

Common Issues

❗ Error when entering weight, reps, or sets

Use only numbers (e.g. “70” instead of “seventy”). Ensure weights are decimals (e.g. “25.5”).

🔄 Calories not updating

Ensure all fields are filled before tapping Calculate Calories.

💥 App crashes or freezes

Close and reopen the app. Make sure you’re on the latest version. Restart device if needed.

📊 Different calorie numbers from other apps

LiftCal is weightlifting-specific. Cardio-based apps often use different formulas.

➕ Adding more exercises

Currently, up to 20 exercises are supported per session.

FAQ

What is LiftCal?

A weightlifting-specific calorie calculator providing more accurate estimates than general fitness apps.

How are calories calculated?

Based on your body weight, reps, sets, weights lifted, workout duration, and chosen intensity.

Can I use LiftCal offline?

Yes, all calculations are done on-device. No internet connection is required.

What’s new in the latest version?

The latest version includes intelligent workout analysis with insights on plateaus, progressive overload, rep consistency, training balance, and load variability.

Will there be future updates?

Yes! Upcoming updates will add more exercises, advanced analysis features, and further personalisation options.

Contact Support

Still having trouble? Reach us anytime:

c.r.whitsey@gmail.com