Training Log Comparison

I have attempted to catalog a number of the options for training logs. Below are some of the one's I've looked at, along with some that I need other user's input on.

1 Recommended

I use SportTracks and export workouts to Dailymile for others to see. The combination works great.

• SportTracks - The best training log, with extensible functionality via plugins. This is my top recommendation for serious runners.
• Dailymile - This is my top pick for social logging. Casual runners can use this site as their only training log, or combine it with SportTracks fir more sophisticated analytics.
• Fitocracy - Not a true training log, but a great site for a more rounded athlete with a vibrant social community.

2 Good Logging, Poor Social

If you use these options, I would recommend double entering your workouts with Dailymile.com

• Polar ProTrainer - The best software for Polar users, and some of the best reporting and analytics I have found.

3 Looks Good

• RunningAHEAD - A nice site with lots of reporting options and support for Garmin GPS. It has a Facebook application and built in forums.
• Garmin Connect - Easy to use and reasonable functionality, but there are probably better options out there.
• Athleticore - A very minimalist site, focused on running groups, either eductional or other organizations.

4 Two Thumbs Down

Things I've used and disliked.

• Mapmyrun - a very clutered site with lots of adverts (premium membership available)
• Garmin Training Center - Very crappy desktop software for Garmin GPS
• PolarPersonalTrainer - No social networking support, which is unforgivable in a web based training log
• Fleetly - This seems to be a poor imitation of Fitocracy
• Runkeeper - Similar to Dailymile but nowhere near as good.

5 Alternatives

• Excel Training Log - Create your own training log and reports.
• Pen and Paper Training Log - If you prefer the idea of pen and paper, this may work for you.
• Athlinks - Great site for finding your race results, but not really a training log

6 Need More Information

If you are a user of any of these, please let me know and I will add in the extra details.

• TrainingPeaks - Popular site with triathletes and supports logging of nutrition as well as training.
• WKO Plus - Desktop software from TrainingPeaks.com
• Nike Plus - I've not used this, but seems very popular