Endurance

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Why endurance matters in hard enduro

Most failures aren’t from one obstacle—they’re from fatigue making every decision worse. A solid aerobic base keeps your hands relaxed, your vision far, and your clutch gentle hours into a ride.

How to think about it

• Aim for mostly easy, conversational efforts (often called Zone 2).
• Build time before intensity. Consistency beats hero sessions.
• Practice fueling and hydration as part of training, not as an afterthought.

Ways to build it

• Steady riding, hiking, running, rowing, or cycling at a pace where nose‑breathing is comfortable.
• Mix longer easy efforts with occasional short hills or tempo once the base is there.
• Sprinkle in longer ride days as skills and logistics allow.

What good feels like

You recover quickly after a hard section, your heart rate settles fast, and your hands stay relaxed late in the day.

Practical tips

• Eat small, frequent carbs and sip fluids regularly.
• Heat management matters: shade, vents, electrolytes.
• If technique degrades, back off—skills first, then fitness.