A workout chart is a great way to keep track of your exercise program. It is very useful in documenting your progress. Sometimes you may not realize you've hit a plateau in your workout, but a workout chart puts all your progress (or lack thereof) in black and white to make it easier to see those kinds of things.
Step 1
Determine if you want a chart on an 8 1/2-inch by 11-inch or 11-inch by 17-inch sheet of paper. Turn the page to the "landscape" orientation so that the longer side of the paper is horizontal.
Step 2
Draw horizontal lines across the page to make rows, using a ruler or straight edge. Make your lines an inch apart. You will end up with 7 to 10 rows, depending on the size of paper you use. The top row is where you will enter the date.
Step 3
Create columns down the page by drawing vertical lines using the ruler or straight edge. Make each column 1-inch wide except the first column on the left; make that column 2 inches wide. You will have 9 to 13 columns.
Step 4
Enter the names of the exercises in your workout in the first column of your chart. In each box, draw a diagonal line, dividing the box in two. Do not draw a diagonal line in the boxes of the first row. Leave those blank; that is where you will enter the date as you record each workout.
Tips and Warnings
- You can use Excel or Word to create a chart if you're using a computer.
Things You'll Need
- Ruler or straight edge
References
- "Concepts of Physical Fitness, Tenth Edition"; Charles B. Corbin; 2000
- Workout Charts
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