How to Add Notes to Your Workouts

Adding notes to your workouts is a great way to keep track of your performance, feelings, and adjustments during a session. The ASCEND FITNESS app makes it easy to add comments to exercises or the overall workout, helping you analyze trends and refine your training. Here’s how to add and use notes effectively.

Steps to Add Notes to Your Workouts:

1. During Your Workout:

1. Start Your Workout:
   • Go to the Today Tab or Coaching Tab and tap Start Workout.
2. Add Notes to Individual Exercises:
   • Next to each exercise, tap the chat bubble icon.
   • Enter your notes (e.g., “Increased weight to 50 lbs,” or “Form felt strong today”).
3. Save the Note:
   • Tap Save to attach the note to the exercise.

2. After Completing Your Workout:

1. Review the Workout Overview:
   • Once you’ve completed the workout, you’ll see a summary of the session.
2. Add Overall Notes:
   • Look for the notes section in the workout summary.
   • Add comments about the session as a whole, such as:
     • “Felt fatigued from yesterday’s run.”
     • “Tried a new warm-up routine—felt great!”
3. Save Your Notes:
   • Tap Save to finalize your notes.

3. Reviewing Your Notes:

1. Go to the You Tab:
   • Tap the You Tab and scroll to Activity History.
2. Select a Past Workout:
   • Tap on a completed workout to view the details, including the notes you’ve added.
3. Analyze Patterns:
   • Use your notes to identify trends, such as improving form, adjusting weights, or dealing with external factors like sleep or stress.

Tips for Effective Note-Taking:

1. Be Specific:
   • Write detailed notes about weight, reps, and form to track your performance accurately.
2. Reflect on External Factors:
   • Include comments about energy levels, nutrition, or mental state to gain deeper insights.
3. Use Notes for Future Adjustments:
   • Refer back to notes to adjust your training plan or discuss progress with your coach.

Troubleshooting:

• Notes Not Saving?
  • Ensure you tap Save after entering notes.
  • Check your internet connection and try again.
• Can’t Find Past Notes?
  • Go to the specific workout in Activity History to review notes attached to that session.
• Forgot to Add Notes?
  • You can still add notes to a completed workout by accessing it in your Activity History and tapping the chat bubble icon.

Next Steps:

Incorporate note-taking into every workout to track your progress, refine your performance, and stay consistent on your fitness journey.