7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Zing Coach [Getting Started]

So, you've just embarked on your Zing Coach journey! You're eager to revolutionize your health and fitness with the most powerful digital fitness tool on the market... but where to begin? Zing Coach is easy and intuitive to use, but there are a lot of exciting features for first-timer Zingers to discover. This article will give you through 7 essential tips to make the most of your new AI Coach. Let's get started and help you hit the ground running – and lifting, jumping, squatting, and every other kind of moving!

#1 Help Zing Get to Know You

When you first signed up to Zing Coach, you answered some few questions about yourself. You might be thinking, “It was just a quiz, does it really matter?” With Zing, it does. Each question has a powerful impact on the personalized workout plan that Zing created for you, and your answers ensure it fits seamlessly into your lifestyle.

The good news is, you can always adapt your plan to reflect changes in your life or to set new challenges for your progress. All you need to do is visit your Plan Settings screen. Here are just some of the details you can adjust that will shape the workout plan you receive:

• Fitness goals: Whether you want to get stronger, gain muscle, burn fat, or just live a healthier lifestyle, Zing will optimize your workouts to give you the best chance to reach your goals.
• Activity and experience: Share your fitness background and current activity levels your current activity level so Zing can set the right intensity for your workouts to challenge you safely. If you connect Apple Health (more on that in a moment), then Zing will analyze your historical activity data to improve the accuracy of your recommendations.
• Workout preferences: You can specify whether you prefer working out at home or in the gym. You'll also be asked about session length and the equipment you have available, ensuring your workouts fit your environment and resources.
• Preferred schedule: Decide whether a fixed schedule with consistent weekly sessions or a flexible schedule with specific days of the week works best for you. This helps you stay organized and committed to your fitness goals.
• Focus areas: Indicate which muscle groups or body areas (like upper or lower body) you want to target. 
• Health restrictions: Let Zing know about any injuries or health conditions you have so your Coach can protect and rehabilitate those areas. 

#2 Get Connected: Sync Your Apple Health

We know that sharing access to important parts of your digital life can be daunting – there’s a lot of personal, private information there. But with Zing, not only is your data safe, but with it your Coach can give provide even deeper personalization for your plan.

Before you start working out, Zing Coach will ask for access to your Apple Health. Why? Well, your smartphone records a wealth of activity data that Zing’s cutting-edge algorithms can use to customize the perfect fitness experience for you. Syncing your Zing Coach with Apple Health allows the app to take into account all your physical activities when generating workouts for you, ensuring your workout plan is as effective as possible. By connecting to Apple Health, Zing can track your activities and workouts outside of the app, using this data to refine your recommendations and activity insights. Rest assured, your data is safe, secure, and used only to improve your experience.

#3 Explore the App Layout

When you first open Zing Coach, you’re probably in a hurry to start working out and making progress. Before you do that, you want to get a feel for what the app is like. Trust me on this: getting familiar with the features is crucial to get the most from your Workout Plan. Here's a detailed look at the main sections within the app and what you can expect from them:

• Workout Tab: This is the first tab you see when you open Zing Coach. Here, you can access your daily workouts, explore your plan, and access useful features like Fitness Boosters – assessments, scans and other features that reveal useful info for your coach to customize your plan with.
• Analytics Tab: Here’s where you’ll track your progress over time, view your fitness journal, and analyze your workout data to see how you’re improving.
• Circles Tab: Working out is better with friends, and Circles is where you can add friends and check out their latest activities and achievements.
• Coach Tab: Come here to chat with your personal AI Coach and get assistance with every aspect of your fitness journey.

#4 Say Hi to Zing, Your 24/7 Personal Trainer

The Coach Tab I just mentioned is one of the most valuable resources to have at the beginning of your Zing Coach journey. You Coach is always ready to share valuable insights into the Zing Coach app, your workout plan, and your health – both physical and mental. Based on your chats, your Coach suggests personalized adjustments to your training plans, and it’s a constant source of motivation and support for you, now and as you progress in your training. 

Working out isn’t just a physical exercise – it’s important to improve your health and fitness knowledge, too, so you can become an expert on your body. Ask your Coach any questions you might have about how to improve your performance and technique. 

Coach’s Tip: Can’t think of a specific question but still want to learn? Try tapping on one of the Questions for your Coach at the bottom of your Workout tab to get insight into some relevant questions for your journey!

#5 Understand Your Personalized Workout Plans

Zing Coach customizes workout plans based on the information you provided during onboarding. These plans are designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle and help you achieve your fitness goals efficiently.

• Personalized Goals: Whether your aim is to gain muscle, lose weight, improve endurance, or simply stay healthy, Zing Coach tailors your workouts to maximize results.
• Adaptable Intensity: Your workout plan will adapt based on your fitness level, current activity, and progress. This ensures that your workouts are challenging but achievable, helping you steadily improve.
• Flexible Scheduling: Choose between a fixed schedule with consistent weekly sessions or a flexible schedule that fits around your personal commitments. This flexibility ensures you can stay committed to your fitness journey without disrupting your daily life.

Adapting Your Plan

Your fitness journey is dynamic, and Zing Coach is designed to adapt with you.

• Adjust As Needed: Change your training frequency, workout style, equipment, and location anytime. This ensures your plan remains relevant and effective as your lifestyle or fitness level changes.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly updating your plan based on performance and progress helps you stay on track and continually improve.

Coach’s Tip: Consistency is key. Even if you must adjust the intensity or frequency, sticking to your workout routine is crucial for long-term success. Not all progress is easily noticeable initially, but even small victories deserve to be celebrated because they help you stay committed to your journey.

#6 Set Benchmarks, then Raise the Bar

We have a saying at Zing Coach: “You can only improve what you can track.” That’s why, before you dive into your first workout, it’s a good idea to head over to your Analytics tab and complete the different assessments that are on offer there. Each one helps you understand your starting point and set realistic goals. They provide some important benchmarks for you to track your progress against and, later, see how far you’ve come.

Fitness Test

You'll start with a Fitness Test to assess your current fitness level. This is a great way to understand where you are now and set a baseline for future improvements. The test is quick and easy, involving a few basic exercises that measure your strength, endurance, and flexibility.

Flexibility Test

Next, you'll complete a Flexibility Test. This helps you gauge your current range of motion and identify areas that may need improvement. Flexibility is key to preventing injuries and improving overall performance, so it’s a vital part of your fitness journey.

Body Scan 

Finally, Zing Coach offers a Body Scan to give you detailed insights into your body composition. By taking a few photos, Zing’s technology analyzes your body fat percentage, lean mass, and more. This information is incredibly useful for tracking changes over time and adjusting your workout plan to meet your goals.

Coach’s Tip: Make sure to take these assessments regularly. Not only do they give you an accurate reflection of your current abilities, but it's also incredibly motivating to see your scores improve over time. seriously and perform them to the best of your ability.

#7 Get Down to Business: Finish Your Zing Workouts

You're here to train, right? Well, let's get to it! Once you've established your profile and benchmarks, start completing your first Zing workouts right away. That might sound obvious – you need to train to see results – but every workout not only makes you better but also helps Zing learn more about your fitness journey, allowing it to provide even more personalized and effective recommendations. Here’s how to get the most out of your initial sessions and set the stage for long-term success.

Daily Workouts

You’ll receive a custom-generated workout each day to push you closer to your fitness goals.

• Variety of Exercises: Zing Coach includes strength training, cardio, flexibility exercises, and more to keep your workouts engaging and comprehensive.
• Exercise Database: With over 500 exercises available, you can explore different ways to target muscle groups and utilize various equipment.
• Preview and Prepare: Before starting your workout, you can preview the exercises to ensure you have the necessary equipment and understand the movements.

Custom Workouts

If you ever want to mix things up, Zing Coach allows you to create custom workouts tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Select exercises based on time, location, and muscle group focus to create a workout that fits your exact needs for the day. Whether you’re short on time or want to target a specific area, custom workouts allow you to adjust your routine on the fly. 

Finished a Workout? Tell Zing How it Went!

After completing a workout, take a few moments to reflect and provide feedback. Rating your sessions and telling Zing Coach how the it went helps fine-tune future sessions to suit your needs better.

Coach’s Tip: Want to inspire your friends and family to move, too? Create a Workout Story that shows off your workout performance and results to share on on social media!

#7 Consistency is Key - Keep Progressing

Consistent activity is crucial for long-term success and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Once you’ve got the hang of your Workout Plan and your fitness habit is starting to take shape, Zing helps you maintain your momentum and progress with your fitness journey with features like Activity Streaks. Remember, consistency doesn’t mean perfection. It’s okay to have off days; what matters is getting back on track and staying committed to your fitness journey. Every step forward, no matter how small, is progress!

Ready to start your fitness journey with Zing Coach? Take the quiz now and get your personalized workout plan tailored to your goals, preferences, and lifestyle!