ExerciseDB Connector for AI agents.
9 live capabilities
Build custom workout routines and find fitness movements instantly.
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Why people use ExerciseDB
ExerciseDB Fitness Database for Custom Workout Planning
With this Connector, you just describe the goal to your agent. You can ask for a chest workout using only cables, and it pulls the names, instructions, and animations into one view. It turns a 20-minute research task into a 10-second conversation.
What Vinkius changes
You get instant access to a verified fitness library through a simple chat interface.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Trainer building a home gym plan
A trainer asks for exercises for quads using only dumbbells and gets a list with instructions and GIFs.
- Real-world use case 02
Fitness enthusiast learning form
A user asks how to do a Romanian deadlift and gets step-by-step instructions and a link to an animation.
- Real-world use case 03
App dev gathering data
A developer asks for a list of all body parts to build a navigation menu for a new fitness app.
Complete set · 9capabilities
The complete ExerciseDB capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with ExerciseDB.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through ExerciseDB.
- 01 Capability
Get body part list
Retrieves all valid body parts to help you filter exercises accurately. Use this to see every category available.
- 02 Capability
Get exercises by target
Finds exercises that hit specific muscles like the lats, delts, or hamstrings. This helps you focus on exact muscle isolation.
- 03 Capability
Get all exercises
Fetches names, body parts, muscle targets, and GIF URLs with pagination support. This helps you see the full scope of the library.
04—06
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through ExerciseDB.
- 04 Capability
Get equipment list
Provides a list of all equipment types like kettlebells, bands, and cables. It helps you see what capabilities you can filter by.
- 05 Capability
Get exercise by id
Returns full details for a specific exercise, including secondary muscles and instructions. This is great for deep dives on one move.
- 06 Capability
Get exercises by body part
Finds exercises for specific areas like the back, shoulders, or waist. Use this to build targeted muscle routines.
07—09
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through ExerciseDB.
- 07 Capability
Get exercises by equipment
Lists movements based on what you have, like dumbbells, smith machines, or mats. This is perfect for home gym setups.
- 08 Capability
Get exercises by name
Searches for specific moves like "squats" or "curls" and returns all matching details. Use this to quickly find common exercises.
- 09 Capability
Get target list
Shows all target muscle values available in the database for precise filtering. This ensures your agent knows every possible target.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask ExerciseDB to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use ExerciseDB from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it ExerciseDB, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable ExerciseDB for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the ExerciseDB URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable ExerciseDB in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"exercisedb": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using ExerciseDB
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using ExerciseDB, help me...". 9 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"exercisedb": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using ExerciseDB
Ask Copilot: "Using ExerciseDB, help me...". 9 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"exercisedb": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using ExerciseDB
Open Cascade and ask: "Using ExerciseDB, help me...". 9 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"exercisedb": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using ExerciseDB
Ask Cline: "Using ExerciseDB, help me...". 9 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add exercisedb --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ni07nTHjsacXhWL1jWBEUso4C8np6uM1UxvA6hsF/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using ExerciseDB
Ask Claude: "Using ExerciseDB, show me...". 9 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work ExerciseDB can move forward.
This is for personal trainers who need to build programs fast and fitness enthusiasts who want to expand their workout variety without manual searching.
Personal Trainer
Builds custom client programs by filtering exercises by specific equipment and muscle groups.
Fitness Content Creator
Researches workout routines and gathers instructions for social media posts or blogs.
App Developer
Pulls structured exercise data to populate fitness apps with instructions and animations.
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Before you connect
Questions about ExerciseDB.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can ExerciseDB help me build a home workout?
Yes, it lets you find moves for body weight or specific items like bands, dumbbells, and kettlebells.
Does ExerciseDB provide instructions for the moves?
Every exercise comes with step-by-step guides and animated GIFs so you can see the correct form.
Can I use ExerciseDB to find specific muscle groups?
Yes, you can target anything from abs and glutes to lats and delts using the target muscle filters.
Is ExerciseDB good for personal trainers?
It is perfect for quickly building diverse programs based on client equipment and goals.
How many exercises are in the ExerciseDB library?
There are over 1,300 exercises available for you to explore through your AI client.
Can I find exercises by specific equipment?
You can filter by anything from barbells and cables to bosu balls and resistance bands.
How do I get an ExerciseDB API key?
Sign up on RapidAPI and subscribe to the ExerciseDB API. Free tier includes 10 requests/day. Paid plans offer more requests.
What body parts are available?
The database includes: back, chest, shoulders, upper arms, lower arms, upper legs, lower legs, neck, waist and cardio. Use get_body_part_list to see the complete list.
Does the API include exercise instructions?
Yes! Each exercise includes step-by-step instructions (numbered list) and an animated GIF URL showing the proper form and movement.
One connection away
Give your agent a direct line to ExerciseDB.
Connect ExerciseDB once. Keep it beside 5,900+ managed Connectors when the next task needs more.
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