How to Build a Workout Plan with Claude
Build a custom workout plan with Claude and ToolRouter. Exercises by muscle group, body part, and equipment.
Tool
Claude designs complete workout programmes from the exercise database — sequencing movements in the right order, balancing volume across muscle groups, building in progressive overload principles, and explaining why each choice makes sense for your specific goals and experience level. It designs the programme the way a coach would, not just a list of exercises.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Workout Planner tool:
- Ask: "Search exercises for chest and triceps using workout-planner"
- Claude returns a list of exercises with descriptions and muscle activation data
- Share your constraints: "I train 4 days per week and have a barbell, dumbbells, and pull-up bar"
- Request: "Design a 4-day upper/lower split programme using these exercises"
Example Prompt
Try this with Claude using the Workout Planner tool
Search exercises for chest, back, shoulders, and arms using workout-planner. I train 4 days a week with a barbell and dumbbells only. Build me a complete 4-day push/pull split with sets, reps, and rest times for an intermediate lifter.
Tips
- Tell Claude your training age (beginner / 1-2 years / 3+ years) for appropriately scaled volume
- Specify any injuries or movement restrictions to avoid problematic exercises
- Ask for both the programme and a brief rationale explaining the structure