Welcome to Squat 4, the ultimate hands-free workout tracking application. By leveraging your device's advanced camera capabilities, Squat 4 eliminates the need for manual counting so you can focus entirely on your form.
This guide covers everything you need to know to set up the app, track your progress, and troubleshoot common issues.
1. Getting Started & Camera Setup
Squat 4 requires the use of your iPhone's front-facing camera to analyze your body mechanics and track your movements
Permissions: Upon launching the app for the first time, you will be prompted to allow camera permissions; the application cannot function without this access
. Positioning Your Device: Prop your phone upright in portrait mode
. Ensure you step back far enough so that your full body is visible in the frame . How it Works: The app utilizes Apple's Vision framework to automatically detect your hip, knee, and ankle joints, instantly calculating your knee angle in real-time
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2. How to Track Your Workout
You can access the main tracking interface by tapping the cross-training figure icon at the bottom of your screen
Starting a Set: Stand in position and tap the "Start Squat" button
. The app will provide an audio cue, announcing: "Get in position. 3, 2, 1," followed by "Start!" . The Progress Gauge: As you begin your descent, you will see a capsule-shaped progress bar smoothly transition from red to green to reflect your depth
. Achieving Perfect Depth: For a repetition to be valid, you must begin from a standing position (an angle of approximately 160 degrees or more) and lower yourself until your knee angle reaches 100 degrees or less
. Smart Feedback: You will feel a heavy haptic vibration the moment you reach the bottom of your squat
. As you return to a standing position to complete the rep, the app will count the number out loud and trigger another haptic response . Finishing Up: When your set is done, tap "End Workout"
. You will hear an audio confirmation stating, "Workout complete" . Daily Goal Celebrations: Hitting your daily squat target will trigger a yellow heart celebration animation on your screen
. You can also tap the share button to export an image of your daily progress .
3. Reviewing Your History
To check your long-term progress, tap the clock icon in the navigation bar to open the History tab
Calendar View: Scroll through your monthly calendar to view the total number of squats completed each day
. Days where your daily target is met will be highlighted with a red heart icon . Interactive Charts: Toggle between the "Week", "Month", and "Year" tabs to view detailed line and area graphs representing your training volume over time
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4. Settings & Customization
Customize your experience by navigating to the gear icon
Setting Targets: Adjust your daily squat goal using the plus and minus buttons, allowing for a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 900 squats per day
. Smart Reminders: Toggle notifications and set custom times for Morning, Midday, Afternoon, and Evening reminders to keep your training on schedule
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5. Troubleshooting & Support
"Camera access denied" Error: If the app displays an alert that camera access is denied, please open your iPhone's main Settings, scroll down to Squat 4, and ensure the Camera toggle is switched to the ON position
. "Front camera not found" Error: This indicates a hardware issue or obstruction with the front-facing camera
. Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. App is not counting reps: Make sure your phone is standing vertically and your hip, knee, and ankle are clearly visible within the frame
. Additionally, ensure you are reaching the required 100-degree depth threshold for the repetition to register .
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