OwnLift
Brian Carlson Health & Fitness iPhoneiPadiPod touch
OwnLift is a free Health & Fitness app for iPhone and iPad by Brian Carlson. Rated 5.0/5 from 3 ratings. Requires iOS 15.1. Updated January 5, 2026.
- Rating
- 5.0
- 3 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 53 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Jan 5
- 2026 · v1.0.3
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About OwnLift
Own Your Workout. Own Your Data. Unlike other fitness apps, OwnLift gives you complete control. Everything stays on your device no cloud required, no tracking, no ads. Optional encryption keeps your data secure. Simple Mode lets beginners focus on logging workouts without complexity. YOUR DATA STAYS ON YOUR DEVICE Your workout history, personal records, and body measurements never leave your iPhone unless you choose to export them. Optional SQLCipher encryption adds an extra layer of security. No account required. No internet needed. Just you and your training. POWERFUL WORKOUT LOGGING - Log sets, reps, weight, distance, and duration for any exercise - Track RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) for each set - Mark warmup sets and add exercise notes - Built-in rest timer with configurable intervals - Auto-prefill from your workout history for faster logging - View workout summaries with volume totals - Simple Mode hides advanced features for beginners STRUCTURED WORKOUT PLANS - Follow pre-built starter plans (bodyweight, kettlebell, barbell, PPL) - Create custom multi-week training programs - Track plan progress with day completion status - Flexible scheduling with skip/reschedule options - YAML format ensures your plans are never locked in - Import and export plans freely—share with friends or coaches TRACK YOUR PROGRESS - Automatic personal record detection across multiple categories - Volume graphs show your training progression over time - PR trends visualize strength gains by exercise - Log body measurements: weight, body fat, waist, chest, arms, thighs - View progress over custom time ranges (7 days to all-time) - Export charts as images for sharing TRAINING TOOLS - Tabata timer for HIIT and interval workouts - Countdown and stopwatch modes for timed exercises - Haptic feedback and audio cues - Plate calculator for barbell loading BACKUP YOUR WAY - Create encrypted backups with your own passphrase - Save to iCloud Drive, Files app, or share anywhere - Restore to a new device with full data integrity - Import workout history from other apps (PWF format) BUILT FOR SERIOUS LIFTERS OwnLift is designed for people who know their programming and just need a reliable way to log and track workouts. The clean, minimal interface stays out of your way so you can focus on training. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST - 100% offline functionality—works without internet - Zero telemetry or analytics collection - No ads, ever - No account or sign-up required - Open data formats (YAML, CSV, SQLite export) - Full data portability—export everything anytime Free forever. Your workout data belongs to you.
What’s new
Version 1.0.3 · Updated January 5, 2026
What's New in This Version NEW: SIMPLE MODE Toggle Simple Mode in Settings to hide advanced features like RPE tracking, exercise notes, and plan management. Perfect for beginners who just want to log sets and track progress without complexity. NEW: PLATE CALCULATOR Figure out which plates to load on your barbell instantly. Configure your available plates once, then get instant loading instructions for any target weight. Supports multiple plate types and collar weights. NEW: QR CODE WORKOUT IMPORT Scan a QR code to instantly import and start workout plans. Perfect for coaches sharing programs or gym-goers accessing pre-built routines. Works completely offline—just scan and go. IMPROVED ONBOARDING New users now see a streamlined 3-screen tutorial with starter workout plans to get you training faster. Choose your path: follow a pre-built plan, log a free workout, or explore the app first. BUG FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS - Fixed app freeze when re-running tutorial from Settings - Added confirmation dialog when switching workout plans to prevent accidental data loss - Fixed database error handling to prevent preference data loss - Updated PR Card and Exercise Trends styling with improved theme consistency - Enhanced backup/restore reliability with better error messages - Performance optimizations throughout the app PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION Enhanced encryption support and improved backup validation to ensure your workout data stays secure and recoverable. As always, OwnLift remains 100% free with no ads, no tracking, and no account required. Your data stays on your device. Have feedback? Tap "Report Bug or Feedback" in Settings to send suggestions directly to the developer.
App privacy
The developer, Brian Carlson, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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