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French emphasizes that shorter, high-quality sessions often outperform longer, less focused workouts for hypertrophy and strength gains. For instance, athletes might do a 90-minute session of intense lifting rather than a three-hour marathon of moderate work, as prolonged fatigue hampers performance and skill acquisition. Furthermore, he recommends training sessions be spaced realistically—around two times weekly for intense protocols—allowing the body adequate recovery, especially considering the metabolic stress involved.