Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!1.12 - App Store

Free app. No ads. Start the timer with one tap. Keeps playing music after a short alarm sound. Restart the timer from the notification. Dynamic Island and Live Activity supported.

This is the simplest countdown timer out there, with a set of convenience features you can't find in any other similar app.

It's primarily used for timing rest periods during a strength training workout. It works great in the gym, at home, and outdoors. Let your phone notify you when it's time to start the next set or exercise.
*** Instructions ***

Start the countdown by pressing one of the 9 timer buttons. Reset it if you don't need it anymore.
Press'n'hold the button to change its timer duration.

=== Important! ===
Please make sure to allow the app to send you notifications, otherwise, you might not hear sound warnings, and it won't work with the screen locked.
*** What makes this app better than the others? ***

You can change the timer duration while the timer is already running. The app recalculates the remaining time and keeps the time that has already passed. Sometimes there is not enough energy in the tank, and you need an extra minute to rest. Or you started the wrong timer and want to change it to the correct one.

The app uses carefully selected custom sounds that play nicely with your workout music. They are noticeable enough not to miss them but still easy on your ears. A gentle sound warning signals you to start preparing for the next set (for time intervals of 30 seconds and higher). Another more distinct sound follows when the time is up.

When you're done with the set, you can restart the timer from the notification without unlocking the screen! No need to think about how long your rest time is after each set.
*** FAQ ***

Q. I can't hear the sound notifications. What's wrong?
A. Please make sure that you have allowed the app to send you notifications. Go to Settings App -> Notifications -> find WaitWaitGo! -> Allow notifications and Sounds need to be On. Also, make sure that the silent switch on the phone is off, and if you have any iOS focus modes active, make sure they allow notifications from WaitWaitGo!. As a last resort, go to Settings -> Sounds and make sure that the Ringer And Alerts volume slider is set to some higher value.

Version History A fresh update to go with your New Year's resolutions. Keep lifting and stay strong! 1.12 01/14/2025 You can now see the remaining rest time on the Dynamic Island and in the Live Activity on the Lock Screen. 1.11 04/19/2023 You can now extend the rest time when restarting the timer from the notification. You are more fatigued with each set, and you might need a bit more recovery time to get the maximum out of the upcoming set. 1.10 02/13/2023 Bug fix for the crash happening on iPads when resetting a timer. Happy lifting! 1.9 11/19/2022 Bug fixes and minor improvements. Stay Strong! 1.8 09/19/2022 Bug fixes and small improvements. Stay Strong! 1.7 08/28/2022 Added ability to keep the screen awake. Tap the gear button to open Settings, and switch it on if you need to keep the screen awake.

Happy lifting! 1.6 07/23/2022 With this update, it's much harder to unintentionally reset the timer. 1.5 07/16/2022 UI updated to support latest iPhone devices. 1.4 09/22/2019 In this version timer notifications volume is lowered and it's easier to provide feedback from within the app. 1.3 03/27/2017 With the new version, you can send me your feedback, subscribe to my newsletter and share the app with your friends. 1.2 02/01/2017 In the new version, the app helps you understand how notifications are used and guides you to enable them for the best experience with the app. 1.1 11/06/2016 1.0 10/11/2016