The Must Have Workout Essential
- justinrgtyler
- Mar 6, 2024
- 2 min read
The Must Have Workout Essential (in our opinion)....
Let's talk about the most underrated yet CRUCIAL gym accessory - the trusty Notepad or Logbook. Why is it so important, you ask? Here's why:
1️⃣ Tracking Your Progress: If you're not tracking your numbers, you're missing out on some serious gains. Write down your sets, reps, and weights, and see the magic happen. When you've got that record, you can aim to beat those numbers week by week.
2️⃣ Progressive Overload: The key to muscle growth and strength gains is progressive overload - pushing your body a little harder each time. Your logbook is your roadmap to this. It shows you where you've been and where you need to go.
3️⃣ Holding Yourself Accountable: We all have those days when we hit the gym feeling tired or less motivated. But when you have your logbook in hand, you've got a promise to keep - a promise to match or BEAT those previous numbers.
4️⃣ Holistic Insights: Don't forget that your logbook isn't just for numbers. Use it to jot down notes about how you're feeling, whether you had a quality sleep the night before, if an exercise doesn't feel right or something hurts, if you took pre-workout or caffeine, and if your nutrition was on point. These details can provide valuable context to your performance, helping you understand what factors influence your workouts.
5️⃣ Building Momentum and Gratification: Remember, what gets measured gets improved. When you see those numbers going up in your logbook, it's like a pat on the back from your future self. It builds a sense of achievement, momentum, and gratification that can propel you even further towards your fitness goals.