I've been hitting the gym without keeping a record of my workouts...
For a couple of years, I’ve been hitting the gym 3 times a week - without keeping a record of my workouts.
For the longest time, I relied on intuition and stuck to a steady routine without really tracking my performance. But lately, I’ve been experimenting with a weight-tracking app called Strong.
In the span of just five workouts, my gym routine has completely transformed. I’ve ramped up my output, lifting more weight each session than the last. Partly because I know which weight to use, so I’m not wasting any time on ones that I’m already able to do. But also because I can see the numbers, so I push myself that much harder to beat them from last time.
So why didn’t I do this sooner? (After all I track everything else in my life.)
Well, I kind of didn’t want to psych myself out. I was thinking, well, I haven’t worked out in a while; I’m just going to take it easy on myself.
Is it harder now that I’m tracking it?
Yes.
So if it’s harder, why would I do it?
Well, I realized something crucial - I asked myself what’s actually harder
in the end: would I rather stay in my comfort zone and see minimal results OR challenge myself, sweat a little more, and achieve the results I truly desire?
I chose the latter, they are both hard, but hard without results is definitely worse - and this concept applies to business as well.
The challenge lies in understanding what to track and having the discipline to consistently monitor it and then make adjustments based on it. It’s true that many companies struggle with this, but overcoming this hurdle can reap significant benefits.
And yes, it’s harder - especially at first. But the sense of accomplishment and gratitude that comes with achieving tangible results far outweigh the challenge of surpassing previous benchmarks. And guess what? It fosters a thriving environment for everyone involved.
So, are you tracking your way toward success? Why or why not?