We’re so excited to introduce Home and Gym workout options — one of our most requested updates ever. 💙
This feature gives you more flexibility to train where you feel best, while keeping everything you love about Moves intact: intentional programming, balanced strength, and a strong sense of togetherness.
Where This Feature Is Available
Right now, Home and Gym versions are available in:
Weekly Moves
Foundation Moves
We’ll keep expanding this to other programs as we continue learning from your feedback.
Why We Built This
You asked — a lot — and we listened. Our community has been asking for:
Better use of gym equipment
Fewer awkward substitutions when training at a gym
Clearer guidance depending on where you’re working out
At the same time, it was important to us that Moves never feel like there’s a “better” option between the two versions.
So our goal with Home vs Gym options is simple:
Both versions deliver the same training value — just using different tools.
No FOMO. No advantage over the other. Just smart, intentional programming wherever you train.
How to Choose Your Version
Before you start your workout, you’ll choose Home or Gym.
Not sure which to pick?
Preview both versions — and pay close attention to the equipment preview right below where you select Home or Gym.
This section updates based on the option you choose and shows exactly which equipment will be used in that version.
Home Version | Gym Version |
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Using the equipment preview can help you quickly choose the option that’s the best fit for you that day. There’s no wrong choice — and you can always switch next time.
Have a well-equipped home gym?
If your home setup includes barbells, racks, or machines, either version may work well for you. Take a quick look at both and choose the one that:
Matches the equipment you want to use
Feels like the best flow for your day
Fits your time and energy
There’s no wrong choice — and you can always switch next time.
What’s Different Between Home & Gym Versions?
The two versions aren’t meant to be identical exercise-for-exercise. Differences exist so each environment can be used efficiently and intentionally.
Here’s what guides those differences:
Equipment Availability
Gym versions assume access to specific machines or setups. If something isn’t realistically available in most gyms, we won’t rely on it.
Order of Priority
The most important lifts and challenge moves still come early in both versions to preserve training intent.
Efficiency & Flow
Similar equipment is grouped together
We avoid unnecessary back-and-forth (like bouncing between cables and barbells)
Setups are designed to keep things moving
Uniformity
Even when exercises differ, we aim to preserve the same:
Muscle emphasis
Volume
Overall workout feel
Gym Emphasis
Many gym-goers told us they want to use the equipment they’re paying for — machines, cables, barbells, and specialty setups — so gym versions intentionally lean into that when it makes sense.
About Muscle Balance (and “Extra” Exercises)
You may occasionally notice something like an additional isolation movement in one version — for example, a glute med–focused exercise in a gym workout.
Important context:
These are not meant to be “extra” work
They’re used when a perfect 1:1 swap isn’t possible
The goal is to create equivalent muscle targeting and volume across versions
Bottom line: there shouldn’t be any FOMO — just different paths to the same training outcome.
What About Workout Length at the Gym?
Some members have noticed that gym workouts can feel longer at first because of:
Loading barbells
Adjusting machines
Navigating a busy gym
In gym testing, workouts often landed right on target — or even shorter, especially for members who are used to gym flow.
If you’re newer to barbells or machines, it may take a little longer early on — that’s totally normal. Efficiency tends to improve quickly with familiarity.
We’re actively listening, testing, and adjusting as more feedback comes in.
How We Design Gym Versions
To keep things intentional and smooth, gym workouts generally follow these guidelines:
Group similar equipment together across blocks and supersets
Replace bands with cables or machines
Keep strength-focused work earlier in the workout
Aim for equivalent muscle activation and overall duration
Avoid awkward floor + machine pairings (like push-ups with cable work)
Use gym equipment where it truly adds value (for example, Smith machine variations when appropriate)
It won’t ever be 100% identical — but the goal is always a net positive experience.
Swaps Are Always Available
No matter which version you choose:
Swaps are always there for you
Perfect if equipment is taken, unavailable, or just not your favorite
Flexibility is part of the Moves experience — modify and go!
The Big Picture
Home vs Gym options are about choice, confidence, and meeting you where you are — not ranking one environment over another.
We’ll keep refining this with your feedback, and we’re so grateful for the community helping us make Moves better and better. 💙
If you have any questions or need assistance, or have feedback to share our Support Team is here to help. Contact us anytime at support@movesapp.com—we’re dedicated to making sure you have the best experience possible!