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Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 6:44 pm
by BrockCG
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.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:01 pm
by RockoGym
Still use a notebook too. Something about writing sets and reps makes it stick in my head better than tapping a screen.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:14 pm
by GritTy5*
I tried apps, but I get distracted. Pen and paper keeps me locked in during the workout.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 7:24 pm
by SladeIron
Old-school journals hit different. Flipping back and seeing PRs from years ago is way more motivating than scrolling.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:37 pm
by BrockCG
Exactly. I like being able to look back and see patterns instead of just numbers on a screen.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 8:56 pm
by AndrewPd
I do both now. Journal in the gym, app later if I want data. Best of both worlds.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:37 pm
by RobbieWD
Notebook never crashes, never needs updates, and doesn’t die mid-workout. That’s enough reason for me.

Re: Anyone Still Keep a Old-School Training Journal?

Posted: Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:49 pm
by Richardd5
You’re not old you’re consistent. If it keeps you progressing, that’s what matters.