new Apple SPORTS Journal?
Apple just introduced a new app for iOS/iPhones called Journal. Essentially, it’s like a digital version of a paper journal. But here’s the interesting part: it’s not just any journal; it’s designed to also be great for documenting sports or other activities.
What sets it apart? Well, it connects with both Apple FITNESS and Apple PHOTOS. So, when you write in your journal, it uses data from these apps as prompts. For example, I added an image of my Sunday bike ride, showing the route. Surprisingly, it even picked up part of my dog walk from this morning, even though I didn’t actively record it. If I had taken photos during the activities, I could use them as memory prompts while jotting down thoughts or insights in my journal.
the journal seems to be a private tool with an additional layer of security should you need it
Take Out
I’m not entirely sure this is my thing, but I reckon someone out there will love it.
Platforms like Strava let you share your workout thoughts socially, but Apple Journal is taking a more personal approach—it’s all about you, like an actual journal.
It might work well as a training diary for those who like adding detailed notes to their activities. What’s already in Fitness would be enough for me to use as an activity log.
Oh well, I just thought I’d mention it. Along a similar vein of re-purposing standard Apple features for sports usage, you can use also Apple MEDICATION reminders as a way to plan supplement intake over extended periods or leading up to a race.
Apple Watch – Track Sports Supplements, Vitamins & Medications
Last Updated on 27 January 2026 by the5krunner
My favourite kit and nutrition
- Injinji – Runners protect your toes. Avoid discomfort and minor injury. Run more. Run faster. I use them.
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter — A small keyring adapter you can use anywhere. Essential when away. I use one.
- Garmin charging puck — the fastest and most reliable way to top up your Garmin before a session. I use one.
- Ravemen FR300 — Front light that mounts directly under your Garmin or Wahoo head unit. Keeps your bars clean and your beam pointed where it matters. I use one.
- Body Glide – The blue anti-chafe stick that all swimmers and many runners use. I use it.
- Maurten — The race nutrition trusted by elite athletes. Gels and drink mixes engineered to be easy on the stomach. I use them.
- Garmin Varia RTL515 — A radar rear light that alerts you to vehicles approaching from behind. Pairs with your Edge or Wahoo. I use this model.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2 — The power-meter pedals most serious cyclists choose. Accurate, easy to move between bikes. I use this model.
- Garmin Forerunner 970 — A serious choice for a pro-grade triathlon watch. I use this.
- Polar H10 — My daily driver for accurate, waking HRV readings.
- Wahoo ELEMNT Roam 3 — The bike computer that has the feature Garmin lacks: usability. I use mine on most rides.
Reader-Powered Content
This content is not sponsored. It’s mostly me behind the labour of love, which is this site, and I appreciate everyone who supports it.
Support the site: Follow (free, fewer ads) · Subscribe (paid, ad-free) · Buy Me A Coffee ❤️
All articles are written by real people, fact-checked, and verified for originality. See the Editorial Policy. FTC: Affiliate Disclosure — some links pay commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
tfk is the founder and author of the5krunner, an independent endurance sports technology publication. With 20 years of hands-on testing of GPS watches and wearables, and competing in triathlons at an international age-group level, tfk provides in-depth expert analysis of fitness technology for serious athletes and endurance sport competitors. ID
