# Forge 5/3/1 — A Wendler 531 Program Tracker

> Wendler 5/3/1 powerlifting program tracker with customizable workouts and offline support. (iPhone/iPad app by Dev IT Digital LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forge-531/id6740412067 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dev IT Digital LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789824321)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $4.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-12-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forge-531/id6740412067/reviews.md

## What is Forge 5/3/1?

Forge 531 is your powerlifting companion for Wendler 5/3/1 Boring But Big—built for lifters who want precision, customization, and privacy. No ads-driven onboarding and no required account.

PROGRAM & WORKOUTS (included)

• Enter one-rep maxes for squat, bench press, deadlift, and overhead press—Forge generates personalized 5/3/1 BBB sessions from your training maxes
• Classic Wendler progression with Boring But Big assistance work
• Four-week cycles including deload; intuitive week navigation and cycle management
• Metric or imperial units—switch anytime in Settings

TRACKING & HISTORY (included)

• Log sets, reps, and weights for every workout
• Volume totals (weight × reps)
• Estimated 1RM from AMRAP sets (Brzycki)
• Full history with analytics so you can see progress over time

GYM-READY DESIGN (included)

• Optional keep screen awake during sessions
• Dark theme suited to dim floors
• Fast movement between weeks and workout detail

PRIVACY & SIMPLICITY (included)

• No account—ever. Nothing to register; nothing you must log into later
• Your data stays on your device—not tied to a Forge cloud profile
• Works offline for everyday training

PREMIUM — SMART PLATES & LOADS
(14-day free trial, then one-time purchase — no subscription)

• Plate calculator — visual plate combinations for any target weight
• Plate settings — barbell weight and inventory that match your gym
• Full calculator access lines up with your metric/imperial choice once Premium is active

PREMIUM — TRAINING CONTROL
(same trial / purchase model)

• Training max % adjustments — tune percentages off Wendler defaults
• Progressions customization — adjust weekly progression percentages
• Warm-up sets — bar-only and configurable percentage warm-ups before working sets (deload options in Settings)

PREMIUM — DATA PORTABILITY
(Not included in the free trial — unlocks with Premium purchase)

• Import/export — backup and restore workout history via CSV

HOW PREMIUM WORKS

New users receive a 14-day trial for most Premium features listed above.** Import/export requires a Premium purchase and is not part of the trial.** After the trial ends, Premium remains available as a one-time purchase—no subscription.

## Key features

- Personalized 5/3/1 BBB workouts
- Classic Wendler progression
- Log sets, reps, and weights
- Volume and estimated 1RM tracking
- Offline functionality
- Plate calculator
- Customizable training percentages

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Features | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forge-531/id6740412067/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect for Wendler 5/3/1 Training

*2025-12-17*

This app makes following the Wendler 5/3/1 BBB program so much easier. I love that I don't need to create an account and all my data stays on my phone. The program generation is spot-on and the plate calculator saves me time at the gym. Highly recommend for anyone serious about tracking their progress for the Wendler 531 BBB program.

## Frequently asked questions about Forge 5/3/1

### Does Forge 5/3/1 have ads?

No, Forge 5/3/1 is ad-free. The app emphasizes a clean user experience without advertisements, even during onboarding.

### How does the premium version of Forge 5/3/1 work?

Premium features are available through a 14-day free trial, followed by a one-time purchase. This includes a plate calculator, customizable training maxes, and progression adjustments. Data import/export requires a separate premium purchase and is not part of the trial.

### Can I use Forge 5/3/1 offline?

Yes, Forge 5/3/1 works offline for everyday training. Your data is stored locally on your device, ensuring privacy and accessibility without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for Forge 5/3/1?

Forge 5/3/1 has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, with no mature content.

### How often is Forge 5/3/1 updated?

The latest version, 2.2.1, was released on April 29, 2026. This suggests a recent update, with the app generally receiving updates to improve functionality and add features.

### What devices support Forge 5/3/1?

Forge 5/3/1 is available for iPhone and iPod. It is designed to run on Apple mobile devices.

### What are the main benefits of the free version of Forge 5/3/1?

The free version includes the core Wendler 5/3/1 BBB program generation, workout logging, history tracking with analytics, and a gym-ready design with a dark theme and screen awake option.

### How does Forge 5/3/1 handle user data privacy?

Forge 5/3/1 prioritizes privacy by not requiring an account and keeping all user data on the device. Your training information is not tied to any cloud profile.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.2 — 2026-08-03

Bug fixes and improvements in 2.2.2:
• History cards now show your three main working sets (not warm-ups)
• CSV backup/restore preserves warm-up, main, and BBB set types
• Updated in-app purchase support for Google Play Billing requirements
• Clearer What’s New details for this release
Thanks for training with Forge 531!

### 2.2.1 — 2026-04-29

What’s New in Version 2.2.1

Version 2.2.1 follows up on customizable warm-up sets, tightens behavior when you pause a workout, improves History → Edit workout, and polishes Premium / trial messaging so upgrade paths stay clear.

Warm-Up Sets (Premium)
• Deload week: New option to show or hide the bar-only warm-up during deload (week 4). It appears when Display warm-up sets is on, and your choice persists across launches.
• Reset to defaults now resets only the warm-up list (percentages / reps). It does not turn off warm-ups altogether or undo your deload preference—those stay independent so “reset” stays predictable.

Paused Workouts
• Fixed behavior where returning to a paused session after changing warm-up settings could duplicate warm-up rows. Paused workouts now respect what you already started.
• While paused, if you change plate inventory, training max percentages, or values tied to your 1RMs, incomplete sets pick up updated target weights when you resume; completed sets stay as logged. Tweaking warm-up options alone won’t reshuffle weights mid-session unless those other inputs changed.

History → Edit Workout
• Reps use + / − steppers—same idea as the live workout screen—for faster edits.
• Labels distinguish Main (AMRAP) vs BBB sets more clearly when you’re reviewing imported or edited workouts.

Premium & Trial
• Settings → Premium Features stays visible after the trial ends until you purchase Premium or are grandfathered, so you always have a straightforward upgrade path.
• About, Upgrade to Premium, and trial / trial-ended messaging now line up on feature names (including Warm-up Sets, Import/Export, progressions, plate tools, etc.), so what you read in Settings matches what trials and dialogs describe.

Release Highlights (In-App)
• The What’s New sheet appears when you move forward to a new marketing version (for example 2.2.0 → 2.2.1), shows your actual installed version from the app, and still avoids popping on fresh installs or build-only updates where only the build number changed.

Thank you for training with Forge 531—as always, lift smart and recover harder.

### 2.2.0 — 2026-02-13

***Data Import & Export*** 
Back up your workout history to CSV and import it on another device (or export from another app and import it here). Find it via the menu on the History screen. (Premium feature only)

***Enhanced Progress Chart***
Maximize the progress chart to view it in a full-screen landscape mode for a more detailed look at your training trends.

***Max Bar Weight Chart***
A new "Max Bar" metric on the Progress screen shows the heaviest bar weight lifted over time.

***UI Enhancements***
Session and rest timers on the workout screen, session time recorded in workout history, and various layout improvements throughout the app.

### 2.1.1 — 2026-01-25

Version 2.1.1 introduces a new feature to enhance progress tracking by allowing users to toggle the visibility of deload weeks on the progress chart. This gives users more control over how they view their training progress and helps focus on the main training weeks.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-01-07

This version of the app converts the app to a freemium business model (vs full payment upfront for the app). 
Existing installations should maintain all features and be considered "grandfathered in" and not lose access to any features. 
New users, however, will receive a 14-day free trial to experience all premium features. After the trial period ends, premium features require a one-time purchase (no subscription required).
Premium features include: 
 - Plate Calculator (Visual plate combinations for any weight)
 - Plate Settings (Configure barbell weight and available plates)
 - Training Max % Adjustments (Customize training max percentages for each lift)
 - Progressions Customization (Adjust weekly progression percentages)

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