How do I use this MCP with my training logs?

You provide your set counts and RIR data to your AI client, and the MCP uses those numbers to run calculations like volume adequacy or effective stimulus.

What training principles does this MCP use?

The MCP is built around MEV (Minimum Effective Volume), MAV (Maximum Adaptive Volume), and MRV (Maximum Recoverable Volume) principles.

Can I use this to plan my deload weeks?

Yes, you can use the volume and RIR capabilities to monitor your training intensity and volume as you transition into different mesocycles, including deloads.

Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?

You can use any MCP-compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

Does this MCP calculate my 1RM?

No, this MCP focuses on volume, RIR targets, and effective stimulus for hypertrophy rather than strength-specific 1RM calculations.

How does the calculator determine if my volume is adequate?

The evaluate_volume_adequacy capability compares your actual weekly sets against your established MEV and MRV thresholds. It will flag if you are 'Under' (below MEV), 'Optimal' (within MAV), or 'Over' (exceeding MRV) for each muscle group.

What is 'Effective Volume' in this capability?

Effective volume is a metric that weights your sets based on intensity. Using compute_effective_volume, the capability excludes any sets performed with an RIR (Reps in Reserve) greater than 3, as these are considered to provide insufficient stimulus for hypertrophy.

Can I use this to plan my mesocycle phases?

Yes. You can use get_rir_targets to find the recommended RIR range for your current phase, whether you are in Accumulation, Intensification, or Deload.

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Connect Hypertrophy Rep Range Calculator to your AI

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Manage your training volume and recovery targets with precision.

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4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 4 available through Hypertrophy Calculator.

01
Calculate group volume
This capability sums up your total weekly sets for specific muscle groups. Use it to see exactly how much volume you've accumulated for chest, back, or legs.
02
Compute effective volume
This capability calculates your effective stimulus volume. It uses your intensity data to show how much of your training is actually contributing to hypertrophy.
03
Evaluate volume adequacy
This capability checks if your weekly volume falls within your target ranges. It compares your current workload against your set goals to see if you're hitting the right stimulus.
04
Get rir targets
This capability provides the recommended Reps in Reserve (RIR) range for your current training phase. It tells you how close to failure you should be during specific mesocycles.

Real work

What teams actually run

Phase Transitions

Ask your agent for the correct RIR targets when moving from accumulation to intensification.

Volume Audits

Check if your current quad volume is adequate given your specific MEV and MRV numbers.

Weekly Workload Summaries

Get a quick total of all sets performed for a specific muscle group during the week.

Stimulus Verification

Determine if your high-intensity sets are providing enough effective volume for growth.

One connector, every AI

Hypertrophy Calculator works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put Hypertrophy Calculator to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

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One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 4 capabilities arrive ready to run.

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The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of Hypertrophy Calculator, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with Hypertrophy Calculator. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

Hypertrophy Calculator Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_7wpZHSWgh8clF2l1ANzhSlJaCxzb2SDaS7eliemw/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
3Click Add and start a new chat — Hypertrophy Calculator capabilities are ready to use.

Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hypertrophy-rep-range-calculator-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_7wpZHSWgh8clF2l1ANzhSlJaCxzb2SDaS7eliemw/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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ChatGPT
Cursor
VS Code
Windsurf
Claude Code
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Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up Hypertrophy Calculator in Claude and other AIs

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Who it's for

Built for the work Hypertrophy Calculator owners hand off.

This MCP is for serious lifters and coaches who use volume-based training models to drive muscle growth.

01
Strength Coaches
Hand off client training data to the AI to verify if volume targets are being met.
02
Bodybuilders
Use the agent to monitor RIR and ensure they aren't exceeding their MRV.
03
Data-Driven Athletes
Automate the calculation of effective stimulus from their training logs.

FAQ

Questions Hypertrophy Calculator owners ask.

01
How do I use this MCP with my training logs?
You provide your set counts and RIR data to your AI client, and the MCP uses those numbers to run calculations like volume adequacy or effective stimulus.
02
What training principles does this MCP use?
The MCP is built around MEV (Minimum Effective Volume), MAV (Maximum Adaptive Volume), and MRV (Maximum Recoverable Volume) principles.
03
Can I use this to plan my deload weeks?
Yes, you can use the volume and RIR capabilities to monitor your training intensity and volume as you transition into different mesocycles, including deloads.
04
Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?
You can use any MCP-compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.
05
Does this MCP calculate my 1RM?
No, this MCP focuses on volume, RIR targets, and effective stimulus for hypertrophy rather than strength-specific 1RM calculations.
06
How does the calculator determine if my volume is adequate?
The evaluate_volume_adequacy capability compares your actual weekly sets against your established MEV and MRV thresholds. It will flag if you are 'Under' (below MEV), 'Optimal' (within MAV), or 'Over' (exceeding MRV) for each muscle group.
07
What is 'Effective Volume' in this capability?
Effective volume is a metric that weights your sets based on intensity. Using compute_effective_volume, the capability excludes any sets performed with an RIR (Reps in Reserve) greater than 3, as these are considered to provide insufficient stimulus for hypertrophy.
08
Can I use this to plan my mesocycle phases?
Yes. You can use get_rir_targets to find the recommended RIR range for your current phase, whether you are in Accumulation, Intensification, or Deload.

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Your AI does the work. We keep it safe and sound.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

We ship only the actions that matter.

01-04

Calculate group volume

Compute effective volume

Evaluate volume adequacy

Get rir targets

What teams actually run

Phase Transitions

Volume Audits

Weekly Workload Summaries

Stimulus Verification

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

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Claude Desktop

Strength Coaches

Bodybuilders

Data-Driven Athletes

How do I use this MCP with my training logs?

What training principles does this MCP use?

Can I use this to plan my deload weeks?

Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?

Does this MCP calculate my 1RM?

How does the calculator determine if my volume is adequate?

What is 'Effective Volume' in this capability?

Can I use this to plan my mesocycle phases?

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