In this fifth voiceover episode—Part 1 of our “Workout Delivery & Progress Tracking” series—I reveal why a pen-and-paper training card system can be a game-changer. No app glitches, zero subscription fees, and a tangible blueprint that keeps students consistently improving year-round.
Main Takeaways
No Recurring Cost: Paper cards avoid subscription or software fees. Freed-up budget can go toward equipment or other priorities.
No Tech Glitches: No wifi dropouts or dead batteries. You focus on coaching, not troubleshooting.
What You Measure Matters: Everything—sets, reps, jumps—goes on one sheet, making progress more tangible.
Individualization: Simply write adjustments (“Focus on deeper squat” or “Watch knee tracking”) so students know exactly what to tweak next session.
PRE Made Simple: Mark sets as “easy,” “moderate,” or “hard,” guiding load changes week to week.
Track Speed & Jumps: Not just lifts—record 10-yard dash times or vertical jumps for a broader athletic picture.
Instant Notes & Resilience Work: Jot down cues like “Elbows high” or “Foam roll hamstrings” right there, no extra steps.
Pride & Ownership: Each card becomes a personal blueprint—physically writing goals and achievements fuels motivation.
See Improvement Over Time: After a month or a year, students can literally see how far they’ve come.
They Keep It for Life: Unlike software accounts that vanish post-graduation, the training card remains a lasting record of their achievements.
Links
Free Training Card Template: Make a copy in Google Sheets and adapt it to your program.
Link to Full Newsletter
Wrap-Up & What’s Next
If you’re curious about bridging pen & paper with light digital tracking, stay tuned—we’ll explore it in an upcoming episode, along with fresh strategies to keep your students consistently engaged.
Thanks for Listening Let’s keep pursuing our best!
– Preston
Pursuit PE ⚡️
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