Over years of training I tried different ways to log progress: notebook, spreadsheets, apps. None gave me full control – either too little analysis or ads or expensive subscriptions. I decided to build a tool for myself and others who want to track their development consciously. That’s how Training Log (Rejestr Formy / My Gym Track) started.
The rule: the user should spend time training, not tapping. The interface should be fast – a few actions, enter weight and reps, done. The app logs time, calculates training volume and detects personal records. A “you hit a PR” notification gives concrete motivation.
The database has over 1,600 exercises with technique description and muscles involved. Plus over 600 ready-made plans for different goals (mass, cut, strength, endurance). I know from experience how overwhelming it can be to design a plan from scratch; ready plans let you start right away.
Charts for each exercise show progress over time – not just peaks but trends and plateaus. Research I looked at for the project shows that logging workouts improves consistency: app users complete around 81% of planned workouts vs 52% without that support; in one study average squat increase +19 kg, bench +8 kg after 10 weeks. Consistency and data work.
A priority was user control over data. Training Log has no ads and doesn’t sell data. Your workouts are yours. That limits the business model, but for me it’s more important that the tool actually helps. Messages from users about their first 100 kg squat or finally training regularly are the best feedback.
I plan to develop it further: advanced analysis, sharing workouts with a coach or training partner, maybe wearable integrations. I want to keep the app simple and keep control with the user. Try it – Training Log.
