5 Tips for Better Workout Tracking

Workout tracking isn’t just about numbers — it’s about making every session count. Whether you're logging your 1st workout or your 100th, these tips will help you get more out of your logs and your lifts.

1. Look at Your Last Workout — Every Time

Before you touch a weight, pull up your last session. What did you lift? How many reps? Did it feel heavy? That’s your baseline. You're not training in a vacuum — you're building off what you did last time. If you’re not checking, you're guessing. Which leads us to the next tip...

2. Include Notes That Actually Help

Write down what mattered: “Felt strong today,” “grip failed on last set,” or “next time go heavier.” These notes aren’t just filler — they’re the secret weapon for planning your next session intelligently. Leave yourself instructions that will be helpful for the next session.

3. Stop Guessing or Relying on Memory Alone

Too many lifters grab a barbell and just go with what feels right. Instead, check what you did last session. If you hit 185 for 8 last week, maybe it’s time to aim for 190 or 10 reps. Don’t guess — outwork your last workout.

4. Push Forward — Don’t Just Repeat Workouts

If you’re doing the same weight, reps, and exercises week after week, you’re not training — you’re maintaining. Every workout should challenge you. That might mean more reps, more weight, or just tighter form and shorter rest. Progress doesn’t always mean PRs — it means doing more than last time in some way. Use the log to spot when you’re coasting and crank it up.

5. Set Goals & Track What Matters to YOU

Don’t get distracted by every stat under the sun. Focus on the ones that drive your goals — maybe that’s total sets per week, squat PRs, or weekly consistency. eFitLog lets you track your way, so use it to stay focused and consistent.

Tracking isn’t busywork — it’s your roadmap. When you log with intention, you lift with purpose. Keep going. You've got this.