How to Start a Bodybuilding Workout Log
Bodybuilding can be very effective but also time consuming, so it makes sense that it can be easy to lose track of how much you've done in a certain time frame. Keeping track of your workout in a log can help tremendously. Simply update your log during or after every workout, and you can see just how well you are progressing day to day.
Instructions
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How to Start a Bodybuilding Workout Log
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Choose your logging method. Decide if it would be easier for you to track your workout on paper or on a computer. A journal type book or notebook would work great. If you choose the computer, you can use many different programs. You can create your own, or you can download a free template online. Templates are usually set up so that once you download it, you can easily modify the page to suit your own personal workout. See the references for some template ideas.
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Create your log. Write down the types of workouts that you will be doing or the areas you will be focusing on. Write or type these on the left side of the paper, making the first column of your workout log. Create a second column beside the first one, and give it a header with the name "sets" or "reps," which will be where you write down how many times you do the particular workout. You can add more columns that show how long you should rest, what days you should do this specific exercise, or anything else you need to include.
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Be faithful and committed. The purpose of a workout log is to keep track of your bodybuilding workout to show your progress. In order for the log to work in your favor, you need to keep it with you while you're at the gym. You can either log your information during or after your workout, whichever is easiest for you. Date each log so you know what days you did certain exercises.
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Update your log as needed. Add more columns to your log or change the type of workouts. Always add the date when you log. This is especially important for bodybuilders who often have to alternate their workout regimen.
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Tips & Warnings
Make notes. Keep some room at the bottom of your log so you can jot down any notes you might have at that time. If you feel you could have done more reps on a certain workout, note that under the log so you can raise your goal next time. If you use paper, copy a few logs at a time so you aren't having to create a new one each and every day. If you create your own log, print out a few at a time.
Resources
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