Fitness. Simplified.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I get FitDeck on my phone or mobile device?
2. What is FitDeck Mobile?
3. Will FitDeck work on my phone or mobile device?
4. Is there a Money-Back Guarantee?
5. How else can FitDeck help me stay in shape?
6. How do I determine the model of my mobile?
7. Where can I buy FitDeck Mobile?
8. What kind of equipment do I need to use FitDeck?
9. What type of workout will FitDeck give me?
10. How do I know what fitness level to start from?
11. When do I move up to the next fitness level?
12. How often should I use FitDeck?
13. How many Exercise Cards should I do?
14. Does this mean I never have to go back to the gym?
15. Will I bulk up using FitDeck?
16. How can I get a cardio workout using FitDeck?
17. What if I can't do some of the exercises?
18. Should I really use the Stretching card?
19. Should I use FitDeck in the morning or at night?
20. Should I be exercising one muscle group at a time?
21. What is a Card (Verification) Code?

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1. How do I get FitDeck on my phone or mobile device?
   Simply use our mobile device selection wizard and follow the download instructions to get a free trial version of FitDeck Mobile running on your device.
   
   Next, buy your Keycode and unlock FitDeck Mobile for access to all 50 exercises!



2. What is FitDeck Mobile?
   FitDeck Mobile is an application that runs on your mobile device and guides you through a unique physical fitness routine. It is comprised of various slides which contain instructions for exercises that you can do without any weights or special equipment (so you can do it anywhere!). nexFIT gives you a comprehensive set of exercises for the entire body, with each slide categorized into one of four body regions - Upper Body, Lower Body, Middle Body, or Full Body. You can arrange the slides in order or shuffle them to get a unique, random workout. Get FitDeck on your mobile and give it a shot - it's free to try!



3. Will FitDeck work on my phone or mobile device?
   FitDeck Mobile currently runs on the Java (j2me) platform and works on most phones and mobile devices. To find out if it will work on your mobile, simply use our mobile device selection wizard and follow the instructions to get the free trial version.
   
   Next, buy your Keycode and unlock FitDeck Mobile for access to all 50 exercises!
   
   Note: Click here to try FitDeck Mobile on iPhone & iPod Touch.



4. Is there a Money-Back Guarantee?
   Yes. We want you to have a great experience with FitDeck Mobile and all products from mobileXware. If, upon paying to unlock your product, you are dissatisfied for any reason, please let us know within 90 days and we will correct the problem to your satisfaction and/or refund your payment. Please note there is a demo version of the FitDeck Mobile software available free of charge, so we do encourage you to make sure the product works on your device before buying the keycode.



5. How else can FitDeck help me stay in shape?
   Here are creative ways to stay motivated and incorporate FitDeck into your daily routine:
   1. Interval Training: Perform a series of FitDeck exercises alternately with a cross-training exercise (e.g., lap around the track, FitDeck exercise, lap around the track, FitDeck exercise, and so on).
   2. Coffee Break: Take a quick break from the desk and rattle off 2 or 3 FitDeck exercises. You'll feel reinvigorated and there's no need to change into workout clothes. Best of all, over the course of a week you'll have done a complete bonus workout.
   3. 8 Before Bed: Were you so busy you had to forgo your workout today? Motivate and do 8 FitDeck exercises before you hit the sack. In less than 10 minutes you'll shake off the day's stress and put those feelings of guilt to rest as well.
   4. Group Training: Are you a teacher, manager, coach, or anyone else who oversees a group activity? Mix things up by leading them through a short FitDeck workout of 10 slides or so and get your folks motivated.
   5. Workout Reminder: FitDeck lives on your mobile and you live by your mobile. Use your calendar feature to schedule workouts during the week - when the alarm sounds you already have your workout right at hand.
   6. Ideas of your own: Do you have other creative ways that you incorporate FitDeck into your life? Please share them with us and we'll make you famous.



6. How do I determine the model of my mobile?
   Most devices will have a manufacturer name or logo and a model number on the external casing, but these days they're getting smaller and harder to find. If you don't see it there, try these other options:
   1. Look at your screen immediately after you turn it on. Often times the information will be provided there as it powers up.
   2. Look on the back of your mobile or nearby where the device serial number is located (sometimes it's beneath the battery cover and/or battery).
   3. If it's a mobile phone you have, you should be able to get this information from your service provider by calling their customer service number or accessing your phone service account online.
   4. Check on the packaging and/or user manual for information on your device.



7. Where can I buy FitDeck Mobile?
   Click to buy FitDeck Mobile and unlock the complete workout.



8. What kind of equipment do I need to use FitDeck?
   You do not need any equipment or special machinery to use FitDeck. Simply find a 7'x4' area to workout.



9. What type of workout will FitDeck give me?
   Depending on how you use FitDeck, you have the ability to train in many different ways (i.e., aerobic, strength training, body toning, endurance, body segment-specific, total body fitness). Please refer to the Fitness Level button as well as FitDeck Games.



10. How do I know what fitness level to start from?
    Beginner is for people who have not been exercising consistently for several weeks or years. They are probably familiar with the exercises by sight, but have not spent much time performing any of them.
    
    Intermediate is for people with an athletic inclination but with significant time away from regular exercise.
    
    Advanced is for people who have been exercising on a regular basis for several months and/or years. They are probably very familiar with these exercises and often perform some of them during the course of their normal routine.



11. When do I move up to the next fitness level?
    Part of the answer is personal preference and the other is common sense. Ideally, you would move from Intermediate to Advanced once you could complete each of the Intermediate levels with little trouble. This is not always practical or feasible. If you feel ready to make the switch to a higher level, do so with caution. Proceed gradually and do not get discouraged if it takes time to get to the suggested repetitions at the next level - it's supposed to. Moving up a level is a great accomplishment, as it shows that you are improving strength, stamina, flexibility, and confidence. Keep it up.



12. How often should I use FitDeck?
    Common sense applies here as well. As always, it is recommended to check with your physician before beginning any new fitness product or program. In the beginning, it's always best to proceed cautiously and give yourself a day or two of rest in between FitDeck sessions until you observe how your body reacts to the exercises.
    
    If you exercise regularly, and you're shuffling the deck before every workout, you are receiving a nice mix of upper, middle, lower, and full body exercises. In this case, you can probably FitDeck on a more regular basis.



13. How many Exercise Cards should I do?
    Regardless of your fitness level, it's always prudent to start off an exercise program slowly. Try two or three cards a day for the first few sessions. See how you feel. Presumably, if you haven't been exercising much at all, even a few cards will fatigue muscles that have been inactive. As you gain confidence, stamina, and strength, add more cards in small increments. It would be ideal to shoot for 15-20 cards 3 times per week. If you're using FitDeck on an less regular basis, use common sense in selecting the number of cards consistent with your fitness level and experience.



14. Does this mean I never have to go back to the gym?
    Not necessarily. While there are plenty of people who use FitDeck as their sole fitness activity, FitDeck does not intend to make gyms, personal trainers, or sports obsolete. In fact, it's quite the opposite. Ideally, you would be doing all of the above if you had all the time and resources in the world. For those times that you don't have the time or resources, you have FitDeck.



15. Will I bulk up using FitDeck?
    Whether or not you bulk up is probably more related to your nutritional habits and workout intensity than to FitDeck. Of all the potential strength routines available, FitDeck is probably the least likely candidate to bulk you up. FitDeck relies on body weight exercises. Typically, body weight exercises do not stress the body enough to develop the bulk that you are referring to.
    
    Normally, the bulking comes from heavy loads of weights at small and intense bursts. This type of training combined with heavy protein loading often ends up producing a bulky frame. FitDeck will more likely develop long, lean muscles.



16. How can I get a cardio workout using FitDeck?
    You can get a great cardiovascular workout using FitDeck in several ways. If you are in an enclosed space, simply take less time in between cards during your workout. The less time you take between cards, the more likely you will keep your heart rate elevated and in an aerobic training zone.
    
    You can also incorporate FitDeck into a running, walking, or biking program. Take FitDeck along with you and stop every 10 minutes to do 2-3 FitDeck cards. This cross-training workout is excellent for achieving both aerobic and strength training.



17. What if I can't do some of the exercises?
    If you cannot perform a specific exercise for any reason, simply remove the card from the deck until you are more comfortable, stronger, or interested in trying it again. If you purchase the Instructional DVD, you will see Phil Black demonstrate each and every one of the stretches and exercises.



18. Should I really use the Stretching card?
    Yes. Stretching is an important component to overall health and fitness. It is always advised to complete a warm-up and stretching routine prior to any physical activity.



19. Should I use FitDeck in the morning or at night?
    A classic question. The beauty of FitDeck is that it is very flexible. You may find it easier to do a few cards in the morning and a few at night. You may prefer do one card every hour throughout the day. If you begin a workout and get distracted, you can put the deck down and return to complete the selected cards later in the day. The key to FitDeck is that you should always feel like you can do a few cards, no matter where or when.



20. Should I be exercising one muscle group at a time?
    If you prefer, you can separate the cards by color (upper, middle, lower, full) and train one body segment at a time. It merely requires one extra step. If you don't want to spend the time thinking about which body segment to work on, simply shuffling the cards and drawing them will touch on a variety of exercises.



21. What is a Card (Verification) Code?
    A Card Verification Code, or CVC, is a number that provides extra security to credit and debit card holders, in case an unauthorized person gets a hold of your account number. CVCs are one way to make sure someone has the actual card in his or her possession.
    The CVC on American Express cards is four digits, and is located on the front of the card, on the right side. Discover, MasterCard, and Visa use three-digit CVCs, which are listed on the back of the card. The CVC is the last three digits of the number that appears on your signature bar.