The pitch is: muscle mass is very important to quality of life and longevity. No, you don't have to be a gym rat, working out 5 days a week to get a toned body. My friend argues (with much research) that you basically need to work out once, maybe twice a week - VERY HARD - to cover your weight lifting needs. Cardio is separate but need not be excessive (e.g. run twice a week for 20 mins + get up and go for a walk everyday). If you're serious about this just once a week, you'll by and large get the results you're after.
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The pitch is: muscle mass is very important to quality of life and longevity. No, you don't have to be a gym rat, working out 5 days a week to get a toned body. My friend argues (with much research) that you basically need to work out once, maybe twice a week - VERY HARD - to cover your weight lifting needs. Cardio is separate but need not be excessive (e.g. run twice a week for 20 mins + get up and go for a walk everyday). If you're serious about this just once a week, you'll by and large get the results you're after.