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I never used to consistently record my runs. I can’t tell you how many times I would purchase running logs and use them for about a month before they started collecting dust. It’s not that I don’t understand the value of keeping data on your runs, but rather I just got lazy about recording the details.

Enter the digital age. I really can’t believe how easy it is now to log all your miles on the computer, tablet or smart phone. There are a number of different programs including RunKeeper, Map My Run, and Daily Mile (see my widget in the sidebar) that make it a lot easier to enter the details of your most recent workout. It’s even easier if you use a Garmin, you simply upload the data to the Garmin site and it keeps a perfect record of your runs.

I admit, I am excited to get my new Garmin FR70 (had to return the FR60 for a defective wrist strap) next week simply because it syncs wirelessly to your computer when you get within 10 feet of it. That’s my kind of running log! I like that the Garmin crunches all the numbers for me and gives me a monthly view of my runs. You can also sync your Garmin data with Daily Mile if you like using that program.

There are a number of reasons for keeping track of your runs:

  1. It’s always fun to reflect on the sheer number of miles you log in a week, month, or year.
  2. You can start to see patterns in your running performance when you compare training runs and races.
  3. If you become injured, it is helpful to look back at your training and see if there might be a connection.
  4. Running logs help you to see your progress as your work towards a training goal(s).

In terms of relevant data to include in your running logs, you can consider: date, time, pace, total mileage, weather, pre-run or post-run nutrition (this can be helpful if you are having stomach issues during training), route information, and also how you felt during your run.

Do you keep a running log? If so, do you use a computer program/app or do you prefer a hand-written log?

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December 17, 2011 · 4 Comments

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  1. Laura says

    December 18, 2011 at 9:14 pm

    I confess, I still keep a journal by hand… something about writing it out and tallying it up myself that I just love. But I am a little jealous that you can synch your data wirelessly, I think the cords and uploading prevents me from using mine as consistently.

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    • Anonymous says

      December 18, 2011 at 9:21 pm

      I think it’s great that you still keep one by hand–there is something really personal about a handwritten log, although I admit the wireless sync is very convenient 😉

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  2. Katie says

    August 25, 2012 at 12:36 pm

    I keep track of my runs on my Garmin, Dailymile and Endomondo! Oh, and I also use my Runners World training log too.
    I’m training for a half marathon (keeping a blog too!), so that’s my reasoning for keeping so many logs of it!

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