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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 19 MIN

Testing and Monitoring Strength: How to Use Data in Training

from Everyday Strength Podcast · host Anthony Hagele

In this episode, Anthony breaks down how strength data should guide decisions, not create confusion. He explains why both ignoring measurement and obsessing over it lead to poor outcomes, and how everyday athletes can use simple tools like a logbook, RPE, and occasional testing to drive progress. You will learn what to track, when it matters, and how to know if your training is actually working.Read the full episode notes at hagelestrength.comJoin the Performance Edge Network to receive Anthony’s weekly newsletter.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and the role of data(00:55) Why we measure strength(03:15) Technology versus decision making(07:07) The practical monitoring system(10:53) Tracking is not the same as using(13:19) Strength as a foundational capacity(15:44) When testing should occur(17:00) Final takeawaysDisclaimers & DisclosuresConnect with Anthony:Instagram: instagram.com/hagelestrengthX: x.com/hagelestrengthYouTube: youtube.com/hagelestrength

In this episode, Anthony breaks down how strength data should guide decisions, not create confusion. He explains why both ignoring measurement and obsessing over it lead to poor outcomes, and how everyday athletes can use simple tools like a logbook, RPE, and occasional testing to drive progress. You will learn what to track, when it matters, and how to know if your training is actually working.Read the full episode notes at hagelestrength.comJoin the Performance Edge Network to receive Anthony’s weekly newsletter.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and the role of data(00:55) Why we measure strength(03:15) Technology versus decision making(07:07) The practical monitoring system(10:53) Tracking is not the same as using(13:19) Strength as a foundational capacity(15:44) When testing should occur(17:00) Final takeawaysDisclaimers & DisclosuresConnect with Anthony:Instagram: instagram.com/hagelestrengthX: x.com/hagelestrengthYouTube: youtube.com/hagelestrength

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