Nobs

I realise the app is in its early days since the launch, but I honestly have not been able to complete any workouts (tried 4 times), because the app just randomly crashes halfway through. And then when I open it again it does not remember at which point in my workout I was, so I have to start all over again, skipping through all the exercises. Like, today it threw me out when I was on my last exercise! And now I can’t finish the workout because whenever I attempt to skip through the exercises the app crashes again.

I absolute ADORE the nobs app. I finished the 12-week senior home guide a couple weeks ago and started it over immediately. I love that the app doesn’t have a focus on calories or working yourself to exhaustion or how heavy a weight you’re lifting. It’s the perfect neutral movement app. I’m recovering from anorexia and this is the only movement I have opted to do in my recovery aside from walking simply because it’s so empowering and body neutral. I never finish a workout feeling badly about myself. There’s no comparison, no one yelling at you to push harder, no meal plan you’re supposed to follow as part of the program. Lucy is a rockstar for creating such an inclusive, helpful, empowering program! If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would.

I’ve been using Lucy’s guides since before the app came out (and the app ever since) and it’s a staple in my routine. I love how easy it is to use, that you can switch exercises out for similar ones, the detailed instructions and videos, etc etc etc. The freedom from calorie counting and body altering language on a workout app is so refreshing. It’s helped me heal my relationship with exercise and made workouts super fun!

I have problems with the app crashing if I go to another app during my workout. When I go back, it relaunches again and I have to go back to the workout. Would love if this was fixed. Would love if the rep count stayed on what you set it from the first rep. If the exercise says 3x8 and I do 3x12, I hate scrolling each time. I also wish we could add notes on each workout where the version history is. But I love nobs app. It makes working out so easy. If you’re debating it, download it!!!

Firstly, this app is great. The workouts make sense, are approachable and keep the gym interesting. The video AND text explanations are very clearly thought out. That said: 1) it is annoying having to select LBs every time when tracking as an American, would be great to set it once in the app and forget about it. 2) I wish I knew why the rep count changes as the program progresses. Should I be starting with as heavy as I can? Should I be doing drop sets? I recognize the programs are built with an algorithm, but it would be nice to get some of that color at the start/middle of the program to build my own knowledge. I do not use the recipes/affirmations etc so this review does not include those. Love Lucy and the Nobs team, this has truly made me re fall in love with weight training!

I am no longer scared of the gym!! I am one of those people who just finds the gym a bit boring and overwhelming when I’m on my own, there’s only so many instagram posts I can save for workout ideas and I feel so uninspired… having NOBS gives me structure and confidence. Love it!!

Love the concept of the app but the glitches just really detract from the experience. Was hoping this go around would Be better. But not seeing that just yet.

I thought I’d never earn to use the gym because no one would show me in a kind, unpatronising way. Thank god for this app, it makes me so happy and strong and no diet culture!!!! Ps love the adjustments like how it’s easier to switch exercises if the gym is busy or you want a different / easier / harder to exercise. Thank you a million times !!!

The workouts, plan, and philosophy are great but the app itself is extremely glitchy. Mine hasn’t been tracking data or progress for over 3 weeks, crashes easily, and keeps switching back to kgs instead of lbs. I’ve contacted people through customer service & their Instagram but no one has gotten back! It’s one of the more expensive apps out there, do not recommend.

You get a workout program. Except you actually get multiple workout programs depending on where you work out. If an exercise is too hard, you get other easier options. If it’s too easy, you get harder options. If it’s too hard on your joints, there’s a joint-friendly option. You get videos and detailed descriptions that teach you the correct form. You get daily pep talks based on what you personally need to hear. You get a database of tasty, nutritious recipes that you can filter by meal, dietary restrictions, 15 minute meals, hangover food, etc. And if you have any problems, you submit a ticket and support gets back to you within 48 hours. They got back to me in less than 24. Is the app completely perfect? No, it’s a work in progress. They’re open to feedback and suggestions and take what the community wants into consideration. It’s a great app and more than worth the cost.