← CardioSnapr

Elliptical workout log from a photo

Most ellipticals show time, distance, calories, resistance, steps, and heart rate — but don't sync to any app. Snap the console screen after your session and CardioSnapr saves it all for you.

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Beta: AI extraction can misread some console photos, so always check your stats before saving.

How it works

  1. Snap or upload a photo. Take a photo of the elliptical console right after your session — straight-on, full screen. Or upload from your camera roll.
  2. Check the extracted stats. CardioSnapr reads the numbers from your photo and shows you every field before saving. Edit anything that looks wrong.
  3. Save, copy, or export. Save to your workout history, copy a text summary, export to CSV, or email it to yourself.

What elliptical stats can it capture?

CardioSnapr reads whatever is shown on the elliptical console. Common stats include:

  • Duration
  • Distance (km or miles)
  • Calories
  • Resistance or level
  • Stride rate (strides per minute)
  • Heart rate (bpm)
  • Steps
  • Incline or ramp level (where shown)

Works best when

  1. Take the photo before the console resets or dims.
  2. Shoot straight-on with the full screen in frame.
  3. Avoid glare from overhead gym lighting.
  4. Capture the summary screen if your machine has one.

Frequently asked questions

What elliptical stats does CardioSnapr extract?
Duration, distance, calories, resistance level, stride rate, heart rate, and steps where shown. CardioSnapr reads whatever is on the console screen.
Do most ellipticals sync to fitness apps?
Most commercial gym ellipticals don't have Bluetooth or app integration, which is why a photo-based logger like CardioSnapr is useful.
Does it work with cross-trainers and ski-style ellipticals?
Yes, as long as the machine has a console screen showing stats after your workout.
Does CardioSnapr work with LifeFitness and Precor ellipticals?
Yes. CardioSnapr reads the console screen regardless of brand. It works with LifeFitness, Precor, Technogym, NordicTrack, and most other elliptical brands found in commercial gyms.
Do I need an account?
No. Guest Beta gives you 3 free scans with no account. Free Beta (free account) gives 20 scans per month.

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