How Much Should I Do?

GREAT QUESTION

First answer what is realistic in your busy life?

The nitty gritty is this - never plan to work out more than you can commit to.  Consistency is very important. You can't call it a program if you can't stick with it.

I always suggest to a new client that they don't overextend themselves and see the process as a failure when they can't keep it up.

What have you been doing?

If your body is used to training it will be harder to make changes than if you have been sitting on the couch.  When you begin working out the learning curve is in your favor.  As time goes on your body adapts to your training.  Your fitness level increases and so must the intensity of your training program.

Be REALISTIC and ENJOY the process - this should make you want more.

Whether alone or with a trainer  make sure you are doing the exercises properly.

Injury is one of the best ways to insure a lack of consistency, enjoyment, and progress.

Last but not least, REST and RECOVERY are important to progress.

If you are always tired and hurting you need a day off.

No one can become a better judge than YOU as to what is enough.  Look at yourself, be aware of your energy levels and go from there.