Free EMOM timer for iPhone
EMOM stands for every minute on the minute: you start a set of reps at the top of each minute and rest for whatever time is left. Gym Timer Pro's EMOM timer counts the minutes and rounds for you, free.
How an EMOM works
At 0:00 you do a set number of reps, say 10 kettlebell swings. If they take 25 seconds, you rest for the remaining 35. At 1:00 the next round starts, no matter what. Finish faster and you rest longer; slow down and your rest shrinks.
That built-in pressure makes EMOM good for practising technique under fatigue, keeping a steady pace, and getting a lot of quality work done in a set time.
How to set up an EMOM in Gym Timer Pro
- Open EMOM from the home screen.
- Set the Interval Length. 60 seconds is a classic EMOM. You can also choose anything from 15 seconds to 5 minutes, for example E2MOM (every 2 minutes) for heavier lifts.
- Set Rounds (up to 30). 10 rounds of 1 minute is a 10-minute EMOM.
- Tap Start Timer. The ring resets at the start of every interval and shows the round you are on.
- Tap Save Workout to log it in History and Apple Health.
Sample EMOM workouts
10-min kettlebell EMOM
Odd minutes: 15 swings. Even minutes: 10 goblet squats.
12-min bodyweight EMOM
Rotate: 12 push-ups, 15 air squats, 10 burpees. 4 rounds of each.
E2MOM strength
Every 2 minutes for 10 minutes: 3 heavy deadlifts or front squats.
Pull-up builder
Every minute for 10 minutes: 3 to 5 strict pull-ups.
EMOM vs AMRAP vs Tabata
| Clock | You control | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMOM | Restarts every minute | How fast you finish the reps | Pacing, technique, strength volume |
| AMRAP | Counts down one time cap | How many rounds you fit in | Conditioning, benchmark workouts |
| Tabata | 20s on / 10s off | Effort only | Short, maximum-intensity intervals |
Questions
What does EMOM stand for?
EMOM stands for every minute on the minute. You start a set of reps at the beginning of each minute and rest for the remainder of that minute.
What is a good free EMOM timer app?
Gym Timer Pro has a dedicated EMOM timer that is completely free on iPhone and iPad, with no ads, no account and no subscription. You can set the interval from 15 seconds to 5 minutes and up to 30 rounds.
Can I do an E2MOM or E3MOM?
Yes. Set the Interval Length in Gym Timer Pro's EMOM timer to 2 or 3 minutes.
How many reps should I do in an EMOM?
Pick a number you can finish in roughly 30 to 40 seconds so you still get 20 to 30 seconds of rest. If you cannot finish inside the minute, lower the reps.
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