# Shockwave Protocol Training Program by DH Kiefer — user reviews > 16 indexed App Store user reviews of Shockwave Protocol Training Program by DH Kiefer by GAIN Fitness, rated 1.70/5 from 6 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shockwave-protocol-training-program-by-dh-kiefer/id598048291/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shockwave-protocol-training-program-by-dh-kiefer/id598048291.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 1 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 5 ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — What happened? This is not Shockwave *2017-12-20* Hadn’t used the app in a couple of years. Decided I wanted to shake things up and start doing Shockwave again. This app used to be great for that. I could generate a workout series based on equipment, time and level. No longer. Now a worthless app. Don’t waste your time. ### 1/5 — This is showckwave any more. you less then the free pdf know. *2016-05-04* I purchased shockwave prodical generator. your update removed the generator and it removed key fetures from the shockwave protocol. It doesn't have Elecet reps or PSR sets. With out that this isn't shockwave protocol. shockwave protocol come in a free pdf. The only reason to get this app was to get generated work outs and it doesnt' do that any more . And what it doe give is not even shockwave protocol ### 1/5 — Absolutely Horrible *2015-11-08* Kiefer is gone. The plan is gone and the social aspect is gone. They ruined the app and everything that I paid for. DO NOT DOWNLOAD ### 1/5 — Terrible in workout *2015-02-19* The idea is great but no matter what i do when it hits a psr workout it finishes my workout without me doing anything. Not something you want to pay $12 for and have to i terrupt your workout the whole time trying to mess with an app on your phone thats supposed to make it easy ### 1/5 — Terrible update! *2015-02-17* If I could give it no stars, I would! I cannot get the latest version to stay open or function at all even when it stays open. Hurry up and fix it!!! ### 1/5 — Lost purchases *2015-02-04* It won't connect to Facebook therefore I can't restore my purchases ### 1/5 — Waste *2014-09-10* This app has nothing to do with the Shockwave protocol. It's just a bunch of random workouts- some are in the SWP some are not and it. I also bought some of the expansion packs...waste of money. You can get all of this stuff and more in other free apps. ### 1/5 — Doesn't load. *2014-05-13* It still doesn't load on iPhone or iPad. Had same issue a year ago and now I tried again for same result. ### 1/5 — Won't work over 3G *2013-02-19, version 4.6* Seems like it would be a great workout if the app functioned over a 3G network. Unresponsive customer service and outdated FAQs have rendered this and other Gain Fitness apps useless. Loved the apps for workouts before these updates. A shame and as of now a waste of money. ### 2/5 — A bit of a let down *2015-02-08* I really wanted to love this app. But considering what I know about the author and his attention to detail this misses the mark. When I try to customize it, the app still puts exercises in my workout that requires the equipment I told it I don't have and it really doesn't follow shockwave protocol the way it should. I'll keep my fingers crossed that some extra effort is put into an update!!! BTW I spent 20$ on the expansion packs.....wasn't really worth it. Please fix ASAP ## Most praised reviews (6 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great Trainer, Well Backed *2013-08-08, version 6.1* The opportunity to access Kiefer's training knowledge in this highly customizable form has been awesome. The tracking is also a good feature for me. I also like that it keeps me on a pace and gives me pointers on what to focus on in the lifts (technique tips). ### 5/5 — Solid app *2013-03-31* Great little app for helping my training stay fresh. Knowing DH Kiefer has planned my workout, I know it's gonna have good research behind it. ### 5/5 — Shockwave is sweeeeet *2013-02-19* I've been waiting for this app for a long time, finally got it, and i'm not disappointed! Great app! I had some trouble downloading (maybe because it is newly launched) but a short email later and Sam from customer service helped me figure out the problem. Now everything is good to go and I can't wait to use this bad boy in the gym tomorrow. ### 4/5 — GREAT APP. *2013-09-27* Anyone that wants to work out and at lease get fit/ lose pounds and know what and how to do work outs, this is the app you need ### 4/5 — Very good *2013-02-27* Gives details of every workout with choice to remix them. Works everything calorie burnt and even gives instructions on how to do each workout. ### 3/5 — Workouts are solid but App is weak at best *2013-08-27* Overall, this app and workouts are very helpful. Workout plans don't match up with the Shockwave Protocol white paper and there is no way to build your own plans. If you do start a personalized workout program, you can't do missed work outs, reorder workouts, or even see next weeks schedule. During workouts it's helpful to have the timer, but if you screw up an entry there is no way to go back. It seems like an app that nobody actually used during their workouts. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*