What it is
Recording sets, workload and perceived wellbeing creates a history that can inform reflection and coaching. Any resulting performance change depends on decisions made from the record.
Evidence basis: Early or theoretical research
At a glance
What it is, why people use it, the evidence, and what to know before trying it.
Why people use it
- Workout record keeping
- Training reflection
Evidence at a glance
A journal can organize training observations. An athlete’s use establishes a practice, but does not prove that a particular rating scale prevents injury or improves race results.
Confidence: weak
Practice safety
Situations where this practice may need modification or professional guidance.
Avoid treating a subjective rating as a medical diagnosis or training through symptoms to satisfy a log. Store private wellbeing information thoughtfully and adapt tracking if it becomes distressing.
Seen in protocols
Public protocols that include Training journal. Open one to see the full context and source.
Common use
Session and schedule patterns reported in public protocols; these are observations, not instructions. Private and hidden usage is excluded.
Typical session
- Wellness, nutrition and sleep scored from 1 to 101 report · 100%
Schedule
- Records swimming sessions and daily wellness information1 report · 100%