Hard Time - Prison Workout
6-week plan + deck of cards
About
This program uses bodyweight exercises inspired by prison training to build strength over six weeks. It features voice coaching, on-screen captions, and a unique card-based workout system. Designed for home use with minimal equipment.
What's New in Hard Time
1.1
October 9, 2026
Store page now in 14 languages and regions. The app and coaching stay in English. Share your finished workouts: every card carries your inmate number and a link back to the app. Rate Hard Time and share it with a friend from Settings. Sit-up demos now start on the floor, straight into the rep. Small fixes.
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FAQ
What is Hard Time's workout philosophy?
Hard Time is built from documented prison training history, focusing on bodyweight exercises that can be performed with minimal equipment. It aims to build strength and endurance through structured, challenging routines.
How does the card-based workout system in Hard Time work?
The Deck feature allows users to draw cards, with each suit assigned to a specific exercise and number of repetitions. For example, spades might be push-ups, hearts sit-ups, diamonds squats, and clubs jumping jacks, with jokers triggering burpees.
Does Hard Time require any equipment?
No, Hard Time is designed to be performed with no equipment. The only items needed are a floor, a bed, a chair, a wall, and a towel, making it ideal for home workouts.
How does Hard Time adjust to different fitness levels?
The app uses three intake questions to place users into categories: Fresh Fish, Gen Pop, or Yard Veteran. Every workout then scales to the user's level, with easier variations available at the tap of a button.
What kind of coaching does Hard Time offer?
Hard Time provides voice coaching through two fictional coaches, 'The Lifer' and 'Volkov,' who guide users through every rep. This includes on-screen captions, form cues, rest-break stories, and drill cadences.
Is Hard Time suitable for younger users?
Hard Time is recommended for ages 13 and up. While the coaches are fictional, the training history is real, but it is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a physician before starting any exercise program.
How often is Hard Time updated?
The latest version of Hard Time is 1.1, which was last updated on October 9, 2026. Users can expect ongoing support and potential updates to the program.
Does Hard Time have ads?
No, Hard Time is completely free of ads, accounts, and subscriptions. The developers state that nothing is collected or tracked from users.
