Hey Emeric-
Don't want to veer to far off subject (still talking about working out) but just wanted to
touch on a few points that you mentioned, especially legs. Since we are older (I am 65
and you might be around the same age but you look like you are from an entirely different
planet) I think that we need more frequent exercise to offset the effects of ageing, not
less. And working each body part 3 times a week or every other day is great too. And I
like your idea of training legs 6 days a week as legs are one of the first muscles to go . . .
meaning to show and feel the onset of aging and strength. I just think we, or legs more
importantly, need more frequent stimulation. Intensity is still key, and the duration like
you are or were accustomed to if you can handle it.
Still off track from the OP
. . .
When people are younger, especially the genetically gifted, I think they can 'get away with'
training each body part 1 to 2 times a week because as with many things associated with youth
is the ability to retain muscle, to not atrophy. Muscle loss is the scourge of ageing and the
muscle must be stimulated more frequently, not less. Just don't over do it as recovery is a finite
resource. Keep your workouts intense, brief, and add variety. At least that is my opinion and
observation.
I think this ties in fairly nicely with Creation's conundrum . . . the time crunch and feeling rushed.
Just keep your workouts short and sweet to avoid the feeling of being rushed. You could even
train your entire body every other day which is where I would start. A workout can take you as
little as 30 - 45 minutes if you pick up the pace (there is your cardio) to get a great, result
producing workout in regardless of how you slip things up. And you should in my opinion, leave the
gym wanting and able to do more. Then you know you are in terrific shape and not burnt out
mentally regardless of what time of day or night you train.