Getting the best results from the AI Workout Builder comes down to selecting the right options and using the additional notes field effectively. Here are tips to create better programs for your clients.
Choose the Right Form Options
Match the experience level to the client's actual training history — overestimating leads to programs that are too intense
Be specific with equipment selection. If they train at home with just dumbbells, pick "Dumbbells Only" rather than "Home Gym"
Use circuits and supersets intentionally: Some Supersets with No Circuits is a good default for intermediate clients. Full Supersets works well for advanced clients with limited time
Remember: Full Supersets automatically disables circuits, and Some Supersets disallows Full Circuits
Use the Additional Notes Field
The notes field (up to 300 characters) is your way to give the AI specific coaching instructions.
Good examples:
"Focus on compound movements, limit isolation work"
"Include hip mobility warm-up exercises"
"Avoid overhead pressing — client has shoulder impingement"
"Progressive overload focus, start conservative on weights"
"Include 10-min cardio finisher on upper body days"
Bad examples: Long paragraphs, vague instructions like "make it hard", or conflicting goals.
Upload Gym Photos for Better Accuracy
You can upload up to 5 photos of the client's gym or equipment setup
The AI analyzes the photos to understand exactly what machines and tools are available
This is especially useful when the client has an unusual home setup or a boutique gym with limited equipment
Clear, well-lit photos showing the full equipment area work best
Custom Exercises vs Trainerize Library
The Trainerize Library is the default and covers a wide range of standard exercises
Use Custom Exercises when you have your own exercise database with specific naming conventions or proprietary movements
Custom Exercises requires at least 25 synced exercises to work properly (50+ recommended for better variety)
You can manage custom exercises in Custom Exercises Settings
Edit Coaching Cues Before Sending
After the AI generates the program, review it in the Preview tab
Click on any exercise's notes to add coaching cues (e.g., "Squeeze at the top", "3-second eccentric", "Keep elbows tucked")
This personalizes the program beyond what the AI generates and shows up in the client's Trainerize app
After Sending to Trainerize
The program is automatically created and scheduled on the client's calendar in Trainerize
You can still make manual adjustments directly inside Trainerize after sending
If you need to regenerate, go back to the Form tab, adjust your selections, and generate again
Head to AI Workout Builder to put these tips into practice.