I prefer the 3/4 ounce and 1 ounces sizes
Even if you were to find a rod 3x's lighter than the Convergence, it isn't going to make that much difference if you are going to use the same reel.
You have decided to participate in a new sport, a sport that requires much more energy and strength than people often think. Like any new sport activity, there is going to be soreness and pain until your body gets used to it or until, like some, you give up. This is where the weak are weeded out LOL