Endurance can best be defined as the ability to withstand fatigue when engaged in prolonged physical or mental activity. It requires utilizing efficient energy systems to sustain an activity without wearing out prematurely.
Some key aspects of endurance include:
Muscular endurance - the ability of muscles to repeat contractions over an extended period without fatigue. This supports activities like lifting weights with high repetitions.
To build endurance, you need progressive overload - slowly increasing duration and intensity of training over weeks and months. This allows the body to adapt to higher demands. Proper rest, nutrition, hydration also facilitate endurance development.
Many endurance sports and events test athletes' capacities like marathons, triathlons, Tour de France cycling, etc. But endurance applies to everyday activities too. A student needs endurance to make it through lengthy exams. An employee needs stamina to work 8 hours productively. A caregiver requires endurance to provide round-the-clock care without burning out.
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In summary, endurance lets one maintain physical or mental exertion over long periods without failure. Whether an athlete gunning for a new PR, or a busy parent juggling work and family duties - nurturing endurance through smart training, lifestyle and at times medical support unlocks higher productivity, health and satisfaction long-term.