The AI Workout Builder gives you two ways to personalize generated programs: the Additional Notes field (before generation) and editable Coaching Cues (after generation). Together, these let you tailor every workout to your coaching style.
Additional Notes (Before Generation)
The Additional Notes field is located at the bottom of the workout form, just before the Generate button. It is a free text field with a 300-character limit that lets you give the AI specific instructions that are not covered by the standard form fields.
These instructions are sent directly to the AI as coaching directives and influence the generated program. Keep your notes clear and specific for the best results.
Examples of effective notes:
"Focus on compound movements, limit isolation work"
"Include hip mobility warm-up exercises each day"
"Avoid overhead pressing — client has shoulder impingement"
"Progressive overload focus, start conservative"
"Include a 10-minute cardio finisher on upper body days"
"Client prefers barbell over dumbbell variations"
Vague instructions like "make it challenging" are less effective than specific ones like "use heavy compound sets in the 4-6 rep range."
Coaching Cues (After Generation)
After the AI generates a workout, the Preview tab shows every exercise with its sets, reps, and rest periods. Each exercise has a notes field you can click to edit.
Click on any exercise where it says "Click to add coaching cue..." to open the editing field and type a personalized instruction. These cues are sent to Trainerize alongside the exercise details when you assign the program.
Examples of coaching cues:
"Squeeze at the top for 1 second"
"3-second eccentric on every rep"
"Keep elbows tucked, chest up"
"Use a controlled tempo, no momentum"
"Go to failure on the last set"
You can edit cues on as many or as few exercises as you want before sending to Trainerize.
When to Use Each
Additional Notes: Best for overall program direction (exercise selection, structure, training philosophy). Influences what the AI generates.
Coaching Cues: Best for exercise-specific technique reminders. Added after generation to fine-tune individual movements.
Use both together for the most personalized result: notes to shape the program, cues to guide execution.
Navigate to AI Workout Builder to try these features on your next workout.