--- title: What are the different activity modes and how do I use them? description: Discover how Volt’s Set Mode, Circuit Mode, and Freestyle Mode work. Get step-by-step guidance on using each mode to customize your strength, conditioning, or recovery workouts in the Volt app. --- [Skip to content](https://help.voltathletics.com/what-are-the-different-activity-modes-and-how-do-i-use-them#main-content) [💬 Contact Us](https://help.voltathletics.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![lp-header-logo](https://help.voltathletics.com/hubfs/lp-header-logo.svg) - [< Back to Volt Website](https://voltathletics.com/) - [Sign In](https://app3.voltathletics.com/login) - [Sign Up](https://voltathletics.com/sign-up/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [< Back to Volt Website](https://voltathletics.com/) - [Sign In](https://app3.voltathletics.com/login) - [Sign Up](https://voltathletics.com/sign-up/) - [💬 Contact Us](https://help.voltathletics.com/kb-tickets/new) - [CONTACT US](https://help.voltathletics.com/kb-tickets/new) [CONTACT US](https://help.voltathletics.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. 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Best for: - Strength and power training - Traditional lifting workouts Key Features: - Prescribed loading, reps, timed intervals, and rest periods - Step-by-step structure with athlete input after each set - Optimized for Smart Sets™, a feature of Volt’s patented AI system, Cortex® When Smart Sets™ is enabled in your program, Volt will prompt you to rate your Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) after each loaded movement. Volt’s AI then adjusts your future weights automatically to help you optimize results over time. ### Circuit Mode Workouts Circuit Mode is a timed interval training experience. Instead of moving at your own pace, you’re guided by a timer that automatically advances to the next movement when each interval ends. Best for: - Interval or conditioning workouts - Minimal phone interaction during training Key Features: - Runs entirely on a timer - Automatic progression between movements - Audio announcements for a hands-free experience When audio is enabled, you’ll hear cues for movement names, interval lengths, and countdowns. ### Freestyle Mode Workout Freestyle Mode gives coaches the flexibility to create outside of Volt’s structured workout builder. This is especially helpful if you want to create an activity where you can input a PDF, a specific Youtube video, or any other media you want to use to program. Best for: - Custom or unstructured training type - Drill type workouts using diagrams from PDFs - Sharing external resources with athletes Key Features: - Coaches can attach images, videos, or PDF files directly to the activity - Athletes can mark the activity as done once completed - Coaches can set an estimated duration and include written instructions or external links (such as YouTube videos or websites) Freestyle Mode helps bridge the gap between structured Volt workouts and the broader training experience, keeping everything in one place. ![Screenshot 2025-11-05 at 12.11.07 PM](https://help.voltathletics.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-11-05%20at%2012.11.07%20PM.png?width=340&height=353&name=Screenshot%202025-11-05%20at%2012.11.07%20PM.png) ### Summary | Mode | Best For | Key Features | | --- | --- | --- | | **Set Mode** | Strength, power, traditional lifting | Step-by-step format, Smart Sets™, RPE tracking | | **Circuit Mode** | Conditioning, interval training | Timed intervals, audio cues, automatic progression | | **Freestyle Mode** | Custom sessions, mobility, cardio | Add media, external links, athlete-marked completion | Each activity mode offers unique benefits, so feel free to explore and find which ones best fit your type of programming. - [Coaches, Trainers, and Org Leaders](https://help.voltathletics.com/coaches-trainers-and-org-leaders?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Getting Started](https://help.voltathletics.com/coaches-trainers-and-org-leaders?hsLang=en#getting-started) - [Team Management](https://help.voltathletics.com/coaches-trainers-and-org-leaders?hsLang=en#team-management) - [Programs and Training Calendar](https://help.voltathletics.com/coaches-trainers-and-org-leaders?hsLang=en#programs-and-training-calendar) - [FAQs](https://help.voltathletics.com/coaches-trainers-and-org-leaders?hsLang=en#faqs) - [Athletes & Members Linked to an Organization](https://help.voltathletics.com/athletes-members-linked-to-an-organization?hsLang=en#main-content) - [FAQs](https://help.voltathletics.com/athletes-members-linked-to-an-organization?hsLang=en#faqs) - [Individual Training App Users](https://help.voltathletics.com/individual-training-app-users?hsLang=en#main-content) - [Volt Training](https://help.voltathletics.com/individual-training-app-users?hsLang=en#volt-training) - [Account & Billing](https://help.voltathletics.com/individual-training-app-users?hsLang=en#account-billing) - [Getting Started](https://help.voltathletics.com/individual-training-app-users?hsLang=en#getting-started) [![lp-header-logo](https://help.voltathletics.com/hubfs/lp-header-logo.svg "lp-header-logo")](https://go.voltathletics.com/?hsLang=en)   Copyright © 2026, Volt Athletics [Terms of Use ](https://voltathletics.com/terms-of-use/) [Privacy Policy](https://voltathletics.com/privacy/) Your Privacy Choices