Coach+ gives you both a powerful web dashboard and a mobile iOS app. Each platform has strengths for different coaching tasks. Learn when to use each one for maximum efficiency.
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Your data syncs automatically in real-time between the web dashboard and iOS app. Changes made on one platform appear instantly on the other.
Quick Comparison
Here's a high-level overview of when to use each platform:
| Task | Best Platform | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Creating workout plans | Web | Larger screen, drag-and-drop, easier editing |
| Building meal plans | Web | Complex food database, macro calculations |
| App configuration | Web | Color pickers, logo uploads, detailed settings |
| Responding to messages | iOS | Quick replies, push notifications |
| Reviewing check-ins | iOS | On-the-go, photo viewing, quick responses |
| Checking client progress | Both | Great on both platforms |
| Viewing exercise library | iOS | Mobile-friendly, great for gym floor |
| Managing calendar | Both | Schedule on web, check on mobile |
When to Use the Web Dashboard
Setup and Configuration
Use the web dashboard for all setup tasks:
- App Branding - Set colors, upload logos, customize appearance
- Tier Configuration - Manage your feature access and limitations
- Initial Setup - Getting your coaching business configured
Content Creation
The web dashboard excels at creating detailed content:
- Workout Plans - Build complex multi-week programs
- Meal Plans - Create nutrition plans with macro tracking
- Custom Foods - Add items to your food database
- Custom Exercises - Create and upload custom exercises
Data Analysis
Larger screens are better for reviewing data:
- Client Progress Charts - View detailed weight and measurement graphs
- Activity Reports - Analyze client engagement and completion rates
- Sales Dashboard - Review orders and revenue (if marketplace enabled)
Bulk Operations
The web is more efficient for working with multiple items:
- Adding multiple clients at once
- Assigning plans to multiple clients
- Managing large exercise libraries
- Bulk exporting or importing data
When to Use the iOS App
Communication
Mobile is perfect for staying connected:
- Client Messages - Quick responses to client questions
- Push Notifications - Instant alerts for check-ins and messages
- Check-in Reviews - View and respond to client progress photos
On-the-Go Coaching
Use iOS when you're away from your desk:
- Gym Floor Training - Look up exercise form and instructions
- In-Person Sessions - Reference client programs during training
- Travel - Manage your business from anywhere
Quick Tasks
Mobile is faster for simple actions:
- Checking your schedule for the day
- Viewing client workout completion
- Looking up a specific exercise
- Checking your coaching capacity
Viewing Content
Great for consuming information:
- Reviewing existing workout plans
- Viewing client profiles and stats
- Browsing your exercise library
- Checking the activity feed
Features Available on Both
These features work great on either platform:
- Client Profiles - View and update client information
- Progress Tracking - Check weight, photos, and measurements
- Plan Assignments - Assign workout plans to clients
- Exercise Library - Browse and search exercises
- Calendar - View and manage your schedule
Best Practices for Using Both
Morning Routine
- Mobile: Check overnight messages and notifications
- Mobile: Review today's schedule on Calendar tab
- Web: Sit down to create any new plans or meal plans needed
- Web: Handle any configuration or setup tasks
During the Day
- Mobile: Respond to client messages as they come in
- Mobile: Review check-in submissions when notified
- Mobile: Look up exercises when training clients in person
- Web: Create detailed content during desk time
Evening Review
- Web: Review client progress and activity for the day
- Web: Plan tomorrow's client sessions and tasks
- Web: Update any plans or programs as needed
- Mobile: Send any final messages or check-ins
Seamless Sync
Your data stays in perfect sync:
- Real-time Updates - Changes appear instantly on all devices
- No Manual Syncing - Everything happens automatically
- Offline Mode - iOS app caches data for offline viewing
- Conflict Resolution - System handles simultaneous edits gracefully
Tip
Start your task on one platform and finish on another. For example, begin creating a workout plan on web, then review it on mobile before assigning to a client.
Platform-Specific Limitations
iOS App Limitations
- Cannot create new workout plans from scratch
- Cannot build meal plans or manage food database
- Cannot change app configuration or branding
- Limited bulk operations
- Cannot access marketplace/store management
Web Dashboard Limitations
- No push notifications (use email instead)
- Requires desktop or laptop computer
- Not ideal for on-the-go quick checks
- Less convenient for gym floor use
Choosing Your Primary Platform
If You're Always On-the-Go
- Use iOS as your primary platform
- Schedule weekly web sessions for content creation
- Handle all communication and quick tasks on mobile
If You Work from an Office
- Use web as your primary platform
- Keep iOS for notifications and mobile convenience
- Use mobile for client-facing activities
If You're a Hybrid Coach
- Balance both platforms throughout the day
- Create content on web during office hours
- Switch to mobile for gym sessions and travel
- Respond to clients on whichever device is handy
What's Next?
Learn more about each platform:
- Web Dashboard Tour - Explore the full web interface
- iOS App Navigation - Master the mobile app
- Features & Tiers - Understand what's available to you