I’ve gotten this question a lot lately. Is there such thing as too much exercise? How much is too much? What’s the right amount then? Do these workout pants make my legs look skinny? (me at Dick’s Sporting Goods the other day). To answer these questions succinctly:
I agree with your answer "it depends" to the question of "what is too much exercise"? I have read many articles that try to quantify the answer as if there is one answer for everyone. I am 67 years old and workout 90 minutes every day except Sunday, which is a lighter day. I do equal amounts of cardio, weight training and yoga (2 modalities, 6 days a week). This is what my body needs to maintain my current level of fitness. I feel great and am not over-training, despite what some pundits might say.
I agree with your answer "it depends" to the question of "what is too much exercise"? I have read many articles that try to quantify the answer as if there is one answer for everyone. I am 67 years old and workout 90 minutes every day except Sunday, which is a lighter day. I do equal amounts of cardio, weight training and yoga (2 modalities, 6 days a week). This is what my body needs to maintain my current level of fitness. I feel great and am not over-training, despite what some pundits might say.