A Free App for Weightlifters: VIGOR

Anyone who's serious about weight training knows the drill: scribbling notes after a workout, hunting down that paper weeks later, or forgetting to update the spreadsheet. These methods work — but they create friction. And the more friction there is, the more tracking slips, and the slower the progress. There's a better way now.

The era of paper and Excel is over

The common problem with classic tracking methods for strength athletes is that they all require entering data into a system that's separate from the workout itself:

• Paper notebook: can be lost, wet, and impossible to search.
• Phone notes: pile up in disorder; comparing programs is tedious.
• Excel: powerful, but opening and updating it mid-session is a hassle.
• Screenshots: no search, no charts — just an archive.

These methods all share one flaw: they require logging after the workout, not during. That delay leads to incomplete or inaccurate data. And the question "what weight did I squat last week?" in the middle of a set can mean minutes of searching — or no answer at all.

Built for every weightlifter

VIGOR was developed to serve the needs of every type of strength athlete — from powerlifters and bodybuilders to CrossFit athletes and recreational gym-goers. Log sets, reps, and weight in a single tap; track exercises with any equipment (barbell, dumbbell, machine, bodyweight).

Access your previous session data instantly during training and see exactly how much you've progressed compared to last week. Thanks to the clean interface, logging becomes a natural part of the workout — no need to stop the session to enter data.

Calculate your max weight

In strength training, knowing your one-rep maximum (1RM) is the foundation of programming. Percentage-based programs (70%, 80%, 90%, etc.) require this number to prescribe accurate loads. But attempting a true 1RM every training day is both exhausting and risky.

VIGOR automatically calculates your estimated 1RM from the sets and reps you log. If you hit 100 kg for 5 reps, the app takes that data and estimates your maximum using established sports science formulas — so you can build a percentage-based program without ever needing to test your true max.

Follow your favorite athletes' programs

Many athletes structure their training around the programs of a powerlifter, bodybuilder, or fitness influencer they admire. VIGOR makes this far easier: through the athlete programs feature, you can browse the training frameworks of well-known athletes and coaches, and integrate any of them into your own plan.

Follow a program as-is, or adapt it to your own level and equipment. Since every session is logged, the answer to "how am I progressing on this program?" is always right in front of you.

Made in Turkey — core tracking free for life

VIGOR was developed in Turkey by Klikya Health Services. Built by a team that understands the needs of the local fitness community, the app was designed with Turkish athletes in mind — offering an experience that's close to home in terms of language, culture, and training habits.

VIGOR is a freemium app — but everything that matters for tracking — sets, reps, load, progress charts, and 1RM calculation — is free forever. Available on the App Store and Google Play.

Every minute not spent wrestling with paper or spreadsheets is a minute gained for actual training. Download VIGOR. Start tracking.

This content is for general informational purposes; guidance from a certified coach is recommended for a personalized training program.