Training Logbooks

Do you use a training logbook?

  • Yes

    Votes: 122 69.3%

  • No

    Votes: 54 30.7%
  • Total voters
    176
Invalid Link Removed sells good ones for like 5$. Protien charts, measurement charts, various exercise routines. Probally better for a beginner or the sort, but still nice.
 
Remember those little green hard back books you used in the Marines? That's what I use. And it was free.
 
natedogg said:
Remember those little green hard back books you used in the Marines? That's what I use. And it was free.
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I would use mine but it has a big 53 on it for my sock number!:icon_lol:

Can yo uimagine all the " what does that stand for" questions I would get!
 
revodrew said:
I would use mine but it has a big 53 on it for my sock number!:icon_lol:

Can yo uimagine all the " what does that stand for" questions I would get!
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The number of times you took it up the...butt it's very durable. Just write over it.
 
a notebook works just fine, as long as you record the important facts. Gains, reps, weights, how you felt. how much you weigh
 
Pocket size notebook

I use a pocket-size notebook (4.5 x 3.25 in) with a pen clipped to it. I keep it in my pocket when I workout, pull it out to write my exercise and totals after each exercise and flip back through for easy reference.
 
Definately think the log is an advantage. I train each set to failure each time I train, and for now I am still gaining strength. With the logbook, I know if I am adding weight or performing additional reps. It's easier for me to see the progression, reinforces my determination and helps identify sticking points.
 
too much extra crap. i just push hard every time and hope to see the progress move up. i dont change my workout but every 12 weeks anyways so its easier to keep track.
 
I just take a single piece of paper to the gym that I can fold up in my pocket. It's a printed copy of a spreadsheet of my workout. This is easier than bringing a book. Then, once I've filled up a sheet, I just add it to a binder with all my past data. But you could also just record it in a spreadsheet.

I agree, keeping a log is key. Really helps track long-term progress, and also helps to know how you did last workout to motivate yourself for the present.
 
I created excell spreadsheets that are formated to input exercises, sets, reps, day, and date. I create a workout for a month or two, print it out, go to staples or office depot, make copies, and have them spiral bind it. It cost $5 for 1. I believe it is a great investment.
 
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