Training Logs

I took a step back and looked at my 1+ month of logging / blogging so far. What a mess! It was OK when every day I simply logged my run data and notes; and created pages to summarize all general research and thoughts. However, in just 1 month my research has overflown all reasonable limits of page formatting, it has expanded, bloated, and exploded, forcing me to create a real blog of real content.
However, now my log entries are mixed in with blog entries making a giant unreadable mess.
"What if" - I thought "there was a way to keep my log in a real logger format, and embed it into the blog??"
And now follows the detailed review of training-logging software out there.

Review and Evaluation Criteria
1)   Only online-based systems will be reviewed - I need ability to access and edit my log from work/home/etc. (If I had an iPhone or such, mobile usability would be hugely important, but I don't.)
2)   Free - most online systems are; and you can pay a fee for actual training plans, but I'd rather buy Pfitzinger for that purpose.
3)   Blogger integration - it is very important for me to be able to make my training records accessible and presentable through Blogger. Therefore, availability of widgets and scripts will be my top evaluation criteria.
4)   Design integrity - is the log designed to capture all of the following pertinent information: mileage, pace per mile, type of run, location, weather, exertion level, workout-specific details (ie intervals), heart rate data, notes. Also, I must be able to input my training plan into the log.
5)   Usability - Can I access all the data I need in a concise format? Is there a lot of unnecessary bells and whistles? Or are there ads in my way??
6)   Analytics - what graphing tools are available to allow me to see my progress clearly?
7)   Mapping - many online logs have integrated route mappers that I will review based on the following requirements: usability, speed, mileage markers, points management.
Runner's World Training Log Review
RunningAHEAD Training Log Review
Active Trainer Log Review

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