Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

BrockCG · Post by **BrockCG** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 6:44 pm

I still write everything down instead of using apps. Feels more intentional. Curious if anyone else does it or if I’m just old now.

RockoGym · Post by **RockoGym** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:01 pm

Still use a notebook too. Something about writing sets and reps makes it stick in my head better than tapping a screen.

GritTy5* · Post by GritTy5* » Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:14 pm

I tried apps, but I get distracted. Pen and paper keeps me locked in during the workout.

SladeIron · Post by **SladeIron** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:24 pm

Old-school journals hit different. Flipping back and seeing PRs from years ago is way more motivating than scrolling.

BrockCG · Post by **BrockCG** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:37 pm

Exactly. I like being able to look back and see patterns instead of just numbers on a screen.

AndrewPd · Post by **AndrewPd** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:56 pm

I do both now. Journal in the gym, app later if I want data. Best of both worlds.

RobbieWD · Post by **RobbieWD** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:37 pm

Notebook never crashes, never needs updates, and doesn’t die mid-workout. That’s enough reason for me.

Richardd5 · Post by **Richardd5** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:49 pm

You’re not old you’re consistent. If it keeps you progressing, that’s what matters.

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