Trading Plan Starter Template
by The Samurai Trader
“A trader without structure is like a samurai without discipline.”
1. My Core Plays
Describe 1–3 setups you are allowed to trade.
| Setup name | Market conditions required | Do NOT trade when… |
|---|---|---|
2. Risk Framework
Define your risk limits so you know when to stop.
Max risk per trade: ______ % of account
Max daily loss limit: ______ %
Stop trading for the day after: ______ losses / missed setups
Allowed leverage / position size logic:
3. Entry Criteria
Describe what must be true before you enter a trade.
4. Trade Management
How will you manage an open position?
Stop loss / trailing:
Scaling in / out or partial exits:
When not to touch the trade:
5. Exit Rules
When do you close the trade (profit or loss)?
6. Daily Review Checklist
- Did I follow my trading plan today?
- Was every trade fully defined before I entered?
- Did I increase size after winning or losing trades?
- Did emotions influence my decisions?
- What did I do well today? __________________________
- What will I improve tomorrow? ______________________