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Consistency is paramount. Starting with two to three sessions per week—lasting 45 to 90 minutes—allows your aerobic system to build without overexertion. Pace doesn't matter as much as maintaining this easy effort and keeping within the targeted heart rate zone.
Strength to Support Endurance
Endurance isn't just about moving longer—it's about supporting movement with strength. A weak frame can't last long in the field. Strength training should focus on functional, real-world movements rather than simply chasing hypertrophy or bigger muscles, which are energetically expensive.