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Workout settings

Adjust work length, rest length, rounds, and sound cues before starting.

Shortcuts: Space start/pause / N next / R reset / F fullscreen

Workout Timer (Rounds + Rest)

Configure work, rest, and rounds, then run a large workout countdown with sound cues and fullscreen controls.

How this workout timer works

Use this workout timer for repeated blocks where each round has a work interval and an optional rest interval. The active phase, round number, and time remaining stay in the main display, while presets, custom work/rest lengths, rounds, sound cues, and fullscreen controls stay below the countdown.

Settings are meant to be chosen before you start. Once the timer is running, start/pause, next, reset, and fullscreen actions remain available so the session can keep moving without turning the page into a settings screen.

Common workout timer setups

  • Use equal work and rest for bodyweight circuits or practice rounds where every station uses the same timing.
  • Use longer rest periods when equipment changes, partner rotations, or setup time need more room.
  • Use fullscreen for a garage gym, class, or second monitor when the active phase needs to be readable from a distance.
  • Use optional audio cues when looking away from the screen is part of the routine, and keep sound off in quiet shared spaces.

Choosing the right interval tool

This page is the general work/rest round timer. For faster conditioning intervals, use the HIIT timer. For classic 20/10 work and rest rounds, use the Tabata timer. For boxing-style or martial-arts-style rounds, use the round timer. For boxing-style presets, use the boxing timer. For a plain rest countdown between sets, use the rest timer. For distance or split-based timing, use the pace timer. For non-workout routines with custom labels and multiple step types, use the interval timer.

Limits to keep in mind

This timer helps structure intervals and cues based on the settings you choose. It does not choose exercises, set intensity, or replace your own plan. Choose durations that fit your own routine or guidance.

Browser timers can be affected by sleeping devices, background tab throttling, audio permissions, and device volume, especially when you rely on cues away from the screen.

Workout timer FAQ

Can I use this for circuits? Yes. Set a work length, rest length, and number of rounds, then use each round for one station or exercise in your circuit.

What happens when rest is set to zero? The timer can move from one work round to the next without a rest phase, which is useful for back-to-back practice blocks.

Should I use Workout Timer or HIIT Timer? Use this page for a broad work/rest round setup. Use the HIIT timer when you want a more specific interval page with HIIT-oriented presets and phase controls.