Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about ELVT – Hypertrophy by Design.
How can I download the app?
You can download ELVT from the Google Play Store for Android devices and the Apple App Store for iOS devices. Just search for “ELVT – Hypertrophy by Design” and install it like any other app. Or use one of the store links on this website.
Is the app available for Android and iOS?
Yes! ELVT is available on both Android and iOS, on phones and on tablets. On larger screens it adds a side navigation rail and two-pane layouts.
Is the app free to use?
Yes. ELVT is free to download and use. The free version includes unlimited mesocycles, custom exercises, the full workout logger, rest timers, progressive overload, 108 science-based blueprints and cloud backup, supported by ads. ELVT Pro (with a 7-day free trial) removes ads and adds the full analytics suite, in-session autoregulation, the readiness check-in, unilateral tracking, the plate calculator and a larger AI coach quota.
How do I cancel ELVT Pro or my free trial?
Subscriptions are managed by Apple or Google, not by us. On iPhone, open Settings, tap your name, then Subscriptions. On Android, open Google Play, then Payments & subscriptions, then Subscriptions. Cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date. An unused part of a free trial is forfeited when you subscribe.
How does ELVT structure training for hypertrophy?
ELVT uses science-based training phases (mesocycles) to help you build muscle effectively. It automatically adjusts your training load over time using key volume landmarks, such as your minimum effective and maximum adaptive training volumes, to promote consistent progress and recovery.
Is my workout data stored online?
No. Your workout data is stored on your device by default, and ELVT needs no account; only Circles, the optional community, uses a sign-in, and what you post there is stored online so others can see it. If you want a backup, you can opt in to store it in your own Google Drive or iCloud. If you use the AI coach, your question and the training details needed to answer it are sent to our AI gateway and AI providers.
Does the app work offline?
Mostly, yes: ELVT is offline-first, but not only. Planning, logging sets, the rest timer, debriefs, progression and finishing a workout always work without a connection. In the free version, a few extras such as exercise logs and progress charts, records and the 1RM calculator wait for a connection, because ads pay for them. The AI coach, the AI Microcycle Builder and cloud backups also need a connection.
Does ELVT have ads?
The free version shows ads. Where the law requires it, for example in the EU and the UK, ads are only personalised after you give consent in a consent form, and you can change that choice in Settings. On iPhone, ELVT only uses the advertising identifier if you allow tracking in Apple’s prompt. ELVT Pro has no ads.
Can I customize my training plan?
Absolutely. You can adjust exercises, volume, frequency, and intensity to fit your personal training style while still following evidence-based hypertrophy principles.
How does the AI coach use my data?
When you ask the coach or use the blueprint builder, your question and the training details needed to answer it are sent over an encrypted connection to our AI gateway and on to AI providers. Your name, email address and payment details are never sent. Answers can be wrong and are not medical advice. Everything else in the app works without it.
How do I delete my data or my Circles account?
Your training data is only on your device: deleting the app deletes it, and backups sit in your own Google Drive or iCloud, where you can delete them. To delete your Circles account, open Settings › Circles › Delete circle account in the app: your account, profile, memberships, reactions, follows and keys are deleted, and your posts and comments stay only as placeholders without content or name. Without the app, email support@elvthypertrophy.com with your Circles name and its tag (for example Alex #E64C) or your profile link, and we delete the account within 30 days. For anything else, such as anonymous crash reports or purchase records, email us and include the ELVT user ID shown in Settings.
What if I run into a bug or crash?
The app sends anonymous crash reports so we can fix problems. You can also send feedback from the app menu. Feedback includes your message, a screenshot of the current screen, the app version and your device’s operating system.
How do I contact support?
You can reach us directly through the feedback form in the app or via the contact form on our website. We’re happy to help with any questions or issues!
What are mesocycles, microcycles, and RIR—and how does ELVT use them?
ELVT structures your training using core periodization concepts: A mesocycle is a multi-week training phase (typically 4–6 weeks) focused on progressive overload and adaptation. A microcycle is a shorter unit (usually 1 week) that fits within a mesocycle and defines your weekly training plan. RIR (Reps in Reserve) is a method to manage training intensity by estimating how many reps you have left before failure—helping you train hard without overdoing it. These elements help ELVT guide your workouts in a structured, science-backed way for optimal muscle growth and recovery.
Does the app support multiple languages?
Yes! ELVT is available in 12 languages and you can switch between them at any time. It also supports kilograms and pounds, and light and dark themes.
Is ELVT medical advice?
No. ELVT is a training log and planning tool. It does not diagnose or treat anything. Talk to a doctor before you start or change a training programme, and stop and seek help if you feel pain, dizziness or unwell.