Something I in all honesty didn’t think I was going to get a benefit from was a training journal. In hindsight, there are so many benefits and long term use beyond just writing down your reps and sets. Here are a few things I do to make the most out of my logbook- 1. Use a recording of my working sets and take notes on things like form and control to refer back to in future sessions. 2. Don’t just track weights and sets- things like perceived exertion (RPE) and reps in reserve (RIR) can be used to inform decisions in future weeks when attempting to intensify your lifts 3. Add prompts for when you read back- e.g rest for longer or change exercise order. Maybe it could just be an opinion I.e ‘Wasn’t the best set- repeat next week but better’ Whilst these thoughts will largely be subjective they are fresh in your head straight after you finish a set, note them down and understand why you feel or think that way, put the improvements into action the next time you train.

Some days you feel strong. Some days you don’t. Show up anyway. That’s what builds discipline—not motivation, not hype, just consistency. You don’t need to be the best in the gym. You just need to be better than yesterday. One more rep. One more set. One more step forward. Stay focused. Stay hungry. 💪🔥