How much time do you spend with the Mrs/partner?

Basically my other half thinks we should spend loads of time together when we're off work. However I like to train a few nights a week and I am also studying to try and get a better job.



All this makes it harder to spend lots of quality time together. I hate sitting around watching the tv shows she likes (mainly bridal and trash tv).



I proposed one night a week doing what she wants but it doesn't seem enough. I have suggested things that I like such as hiking and camping but she's more interested in eating out which does not always fit with my budget.



I am also trying to get in shape so pub grub and the like is going to screw that up. She's a fussy eater so it makes it harder to coordinate on food.



My two best mates say I am crazy for trying to compromise: one is in a long distance relationship and when his lady is back he tells her in no uncertain terms when he needs to eat and what he needs to eat for his weight training. She is cool with it as long as he buys and cooks it.



My other good friend barely spends any time with his Mrs but they eat, sleep and chill out a bit together at night.



Anyone else find compromising to make your other half happy a real set back in your progress?