How Long Do Kids Prep for On Cycle?

Incoming AN1 who’s done some light PE prep. I’m wondering what’s normal and if I’m behind the curve / need to catch up. Do kids usually prep for all of their senior year or is it more common to start toward the tail end and through training?

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