Choose Your Path to Fitness

Here's a sample of 2 unique ways to skin a cat. By, "skin a cat," I'm specifically referring to "strength/hypertrophy training." Obviously.

(There are other ways, aside from the 2 examples I'm using – specifically the in-between, moderate approach. But for the purposes of this little discussion, we'll address the following 2 opposite approaches).

Both ways will give results assuming your exercise selection and effort are decent.

Way 1: train frequently, but briefly. This could look like 5-6 training days per week, but just 20-30 minutes per session.

Way 2: train infrequently, but for long durations. This might look like 2-3 training days per week, but 1.5-2 hours per session.

Which you choose is determined by your preferences, schedule, and environment. Do you have to commute to the gym? Do you train at home? Are you lifting alone or in a group? What is fun and motivating for you? Which option will allow you to remain consistent and progress?

When it comes to me, I choose "Way 1," 10 out of 10 times. I love to train frequently but briefly. It fits my schedule, preferences, personality, and lifestyle perfectly. And – not to seem braggadocios – I think I've developed a really good system of training briefly yet frequently while making phenomenal gains.

Just thought I'd share 2 different ends of the training spectrum. Both work if you commit to doing the work.