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#7 – Bridging Pen & Paper with Digital: A Practical Blend for Easy Data Insights
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#7 – Bridging Pen & Paper with Digital: A Practical Blend for Easy Data Insights

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In this episode, we break down how pen & paper training systems can work seamlessly with light digital tracking to enhance Strength & Speed programs—without requiring iPads at every rack or costly subscriptions. Whether you're tracking attendance, test metrics, or athlete progress, this episode will help you find a balanced system that fits your program.


Main Takeaways

  1. The Case for a Digital “Home Base”

    • Paper = great for daily use, but you need a long-term data solution for tracking progress.

    • Action Step: Use a simple Google Sheet to log key stats weekly or monthly.

  2. Attendance Tracking Made Easy

    • A Google Form helps you see trends & spot inconsistencies with zero extra admin time.

  3. Performance Dashboards & KPI Monitoring

    • Logging test metrics (e.g., speed, jump, lifts) connects training to real-world performance.

  4. Handling Multi-Sport Athletes

    • One unified data system captures progress across all sports & seasons.

    • Long-Term Bonus: This helps reduce injury risks & guide training adjustments.

  5. How to Start Without Overcomplicating It

    • Pilot with one class—see what’s manageable before expanding.

    • Keep Costs Minimal—Google Sheets is free, or invest in a one-time-cost system with support.

    • Refine Over Time—If tracking is slowing you down, simplify the inputs.


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Thanks for Listening

What tracking method works best for you—all paper, all digital, or a hybrid? Reply & let me know! Let’s keep pursuing excellence together!

– Preston
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