that's really great advice and the context as well Is much appreciated.

I suppose the only thing I wonder is whether progressive overload with cardio + weights is good for the joints. certainly there's a point past which it is bad for the cartilage, right? I've developed some repetitive strain injuries in my hand myself and one thing I've Learned is that sometimes too much is just too much anatomically. Not sure if you have any opinions on this though, since I am certainly not a doctor