What it does
wger is a workout and fitness manager for routines, food logs, body measurements and progress records. It includes an exercise wiki, automatic weight-progression rules and multi-user features, with mobile apps and self-hosting support.
The useful first task is building a repeatable routine rather than entering isolated exercises. wger supports progression rules, so a routine can carry a planned change in weight over time. Logging and measurement features provide a separate view of completed activity, while the exercise wiki is a reference for movements.
The project offers a public instance and a self-hosting route. Someone choosing self-hosting also takes on installation, upkeep and backups. The application is released under AGPL-3.0 or later and includes basic gym-management features, so it can serve a shared setup as well as one person's log. Nutrition logging is an organizational feature within the software, not personal dietary care.
Strengths
- Routine progression rules support repeated structured training.
- A public instance and self-hosting offer different ways to access the application.
Watch out for
- Self-hosting requires technical setup and ongoing maintenance.
Best for
- Users seeking an open-source workout manager or a self-hosted fitness log.