Your first week at the gym: a confident start
A good start leaves you wanting to return. Your first visit does not need to feel like an exam.
Fitness
A training diary: see progress without guessing
A training diary can be a simple phone note. Its purpose is to show what works and what strains you.
Put it into practice
Record the date, exercises, repetitions and a short effort rating. Add sleep or unusual stress when relevant to the day.
Things to keep in mind
Review several weeks together. One weak session does not define a trend, and a personal best does not need repeating on every visit.
Your next step
- Keep notes brief
- Review trends
- Record comfort
Further reading
Educational information for adults. Seek individual professional advice for illness, pregnancy, injury or prescribed treatment.