Custom Exercises in LiftTrack

You can now create custom exercises in LiftTrack and track them on your Garmin Watch.

Whether it’s a lift that’s not in the database or your own variation, you can now log it, track progress, and include it in your workouts like any other exercise.

How to add a custom exercise:

1. Tap the + icon in the top right of the Exercises tab.
2. Fill out the form — name, equipment, and primary muscle group are required. If you can’t find the right category, use “Other.”
3. Your new exercise will show up under Custom Exercises, ready to add to workouts and view in charts.

How it works on your Garmin Watch:
Garmin doesn’t support full custom exercise names, but your custom exercise will show up as a “Go” step — with the actual name included in the note section of the workout step.

Why Create Custom Exercises?

Unique Movements

Every lifter has their own preferences and variations. Maybe you perform a specific grip variation on pull-ups, a modified squat stance that works better for your anatomy, or a unique cable exercise you learned from a trainer.

Equipment-Specific Exercises

Your gym might have equipment that’s not commonly represented in standard exercise databases, such as specialized machines from specific manufacturers, homemade equipment or DIY variations, or modified exercises for limited equipment.

Rehabilitation and Modification

Custom exercises are perfect for modified movements due to injury or limitations, physical therapy exercises prescribed by healthcare providers, or progressive exercises that bridge the gap between easier and harder movements.

Best Practices for Custom Exercises

Naming Conventions

When creating custom exercises, use clear, descriptive names. For example, “Wide-Grip Pull-ups” is much better than “Pull-ups but different.” Include key details in the name such as grip type (wide, narrow, neutral), equipment used (barbell, dumbbell, machine), and modifications (assisted, single-leg, etc.).

Equipment and Muscle Groups

Be specific about equipment (choose the most accurate option available), primary muscle group (select the main muscle being targeted), and secondary muscle groups (consider what other muscles are involved).

Examples of Useful Custom Exercises

Grip Variations

Fat Grip Barbell Curls are traditional barbell curls using fat grips for increased forearm engagement, while Neutral Grip Pull-ups use a neutral grip to reduce shoulder strain.

Modified Movements

Assisted Pistol Squats are single-leg squats with assistance from a band or TRX, and Incline Push-ups are push-ups with hands elevated to reduce difficulty.

Equipment-Specific

Cable Woodchops are rotational core exercises using a cable machine, and TRX Pike is a core exercise using a suspension trainer.

Rehabilitation

Wall Slides are shoulder mobility exercises against a wall, and Band Pull-aparts are postural exercises using resistance bands.

Tracking Custom Exercises

On Your Garmin Watch

While Garmin doesn’t display the full custom exercise name, you’ll see the exercise listed as a “Go” step, the full name in the workout notes, and all your sets, reps, and weights tracked normally.

In the App

Custom exercises work exactly like standard exercises: track sets, reps, and weights, view in progress charts and analytics, include in workout templates, and apply progressions and SetSync.

Conclusion

Custom exercises in LiftTrack allow you to create a truly personalized strength training experience. Whether you’re working with unique equipment, following a specific training protocol, or need modifications for your individual needs, custom exercises ensure you can track everything that matters to your training.

Start by identifying the exercises you regularly perform that aren’t in the standard database, then create custom versions to track your progress. Over time, you’ll build a comprehensive library of exercises tailored to your specific training needs and goals.

Remember: the goal is to track what you actually do, not what’s most convenient to program. Custom exercises give you the flexibility to be accurate and comprehensive in your training logs.