How often should you train when you're starting out?

Start with three sessions a week, like Monday-Wednesday-Friday, that's the sweet spot for giving your body time to recover without losing momentum. After two or three weeks you'll have a better idea of what you can handle without burning yourself out.

I've noticed that consistency matters way more than intensity when you're starting out - even twice a week is better than going hard five times and then nothing for two months. What really makes the difference is picking fixed days and treating them like non-negotiable appointments, like you put it in your calendar and it's a meeting you can't miss. That takes away the "do I feel like it today?" question and builds the habit so you don't have to think about it every time. After a few weeks you'll see it's just become part of your routine, and then you've got it 💪

The basic rule is consistency over intensity - you're better off doing two light sessions a week for three months than five crazy workouts followed by a complete stop. The guys are right about recovery, and that's really where most beginners mess up.

What actually matters is listening to your body without making excuses. If you wake up completely wrecked the next day, that means you need to dial back the intensity or duration before your next workout. That doesn't mean you should slack off, just that progress is something that takes time. Two to three sessions a week with rest days in between is clearly the best way to start - you're giving your body enough room to adapt without burning out after two weeks.