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I used to write down every lift and rep, now I just go by memory Wondering if tracking actually makes a big difference long term for strength and size

I’ve gone back to logging everything When I tried going by feel, I realised I was repeating the same weights for weeks without noticing

I track my main lifts only squats, bench, deadlift, overhead press Accessories I just go by feel Works well for me

Honestly, logging helped me break plateaus Seeing the numbers makes it easier to push for that extra rep

I go by feel now After lifting for years I kinda know what weights to grab But beginners definitely benefit from tracking

I use a notes app and it takes like 20 seconds between sets Super easy and stops me from guessing what I lifted last week

When I stopped tracking, my progress slowed down I was training hard but not progressing the loads consistently

I only track when I’m running a structured program If I’m in a casual phase I don’t bother and just train instinctively

For hypertrophy I find going by feel works fine But for strength blocks, logging reps and weights is basically a must