trainingslog

Trainingslog is a record-keeping tool used by athletes and exercisers to document training sessions, track workload, and monitor adaptations over time. It functions as a personal archive of effort and outcomes, supporting analysis, planning, and accountability. A trainingslog typically records core details of each session and can be kept on paper, in a spreadsheet, or in a dedicated app.

Common data fields include date, session type (for example endurance run, strength workout, mobility work), duration, distance or volume, sets and repetitions, load (weight lifted), and intensity measures such as rated perceived exertion or heart rate. Location, route, weather, equipment used, and GPS data may also be captured. Optional entries note sleep, recovery, mood, injuries, nutrition, and subjective notes.

Purposes include monitoring progress toward performance or health goals, informing training plans and periodization, identifying trends or plateaus, and helping manage injury risk through consistency and load management. It also supports communication with coaches, teammates, or healthcare professionals.

Formats range from simple paper logs to digital spreadsheets and specialized training apps. Digital logs enable automatic calculations, trend charts, reminders, and data export for further analysis. Privacy, data ownership, and the ability to share data with others are important considerations when choosing a platform.

In practice, trainingslogs are used across sports and fitness disciplines and may be integrated with other data sources such as wearable devices or sport-specific testing. Related concepts include training diary, workout log, and periodization plan.