FIXIT is an AI-powered health and fitness tracking app. Log workouts, nutrition, water, and body metrics, analyze your exercise form with AI pose detection, and visualize your progress over time — all in one place.

How does AI form analysis work?

FIXIT uses AI pose detection (TensorFlow MoveNet) to track 17 body keypoints from your camera. It analyzes joint angles, posture, and movement to score your form and flag issues like knee cave or forward lean — instant feedback, no coach required.

What can I track in FIXIT?

Workouts and exercises, food and calories, water intake, body-composition metrics (weight, body fat, InBody results), pain, and progress charts — with 100+ guided exercises.

How much does FIXIT cost?

FIXIT is free to start with core tracking. Basic is $7/month (full exercise library, unlimited sessions, progress charts) and Pro is $15/month (AI form scoring, video recording, 3D visualizations, and programs).

Is my health data private?

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🦵 Squats

Squats are a beginner lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and core. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, lower your hips back and down as if sitting into a chair, then drive through your heels to return to standing. They're commonly prescribed during rehabilitation for ACL Reconstruction, and for general conditioning. Below is how to perform Squats with correct form, plus the benefits, common mistakes, and how many reps to aim for.

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Benefits of the Squats

Strengthens and activates the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and core
Improves strength
Improves stability
Supports recovery and rehab for ACL Reconstruction
Great for general conditioning and everyday strength
Can be done at home with no equipment
Performed standing, so it's easy to set up

How to do the Squats

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward
Keep your chest up and core engaged
Lower your hips back and down as if sitting into a chair
Descend until thighs are parallel to the floor (or as deep as comfortable)
Drive through your heels to return to standing

How many reps & sets

A common starting point is 3 sets of 10 reps. Progress gradually and stop if you feel sharp pain.

Form tips

Knees track over toes — don't let them collapse inward
Keep a neutral spine — no rounding
Heels stay planted throughout
Aim for symmetrical depth left vs. right

Muscles worked

Quadriceps, Glutes, Hamstrings, Core

When to be cautious

Acute knee pain
Recent surgery without clearance

Who should do the Squats?

Squats are often included in programs for people recovering from ACL Reconstruction, as well as anyone training for general conditioning, and for anyone wanting to strengthen the lower body. They're rated beginner.

Squats — FAQ

What muscles do Squats work?

Squats primarily target the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and core.

How many sets and reps of Squats should I do?

A common starting point is 3 sets of 10 reps. Progress gradually and stop if you feel sharp pain.

Are Squats good for ACL Reconstruction?

Yes — Squats are commonly used in rehab for ACL Reconstruction. Confirm with your clinician before starting, especially if you have pain.

Do I need equipment for Squats?

No — Squats need no equipment and can be done at home.

When should I avoid Squats?

Take care or skip them if you have: acute knee pain and recent surgery without clearance. When in doubt, check with your physiotherapist.

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