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Swimming Half Distance Program

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Swimming Half Distance Program

Author

Guilherme Reis - LANE4

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Length

8 Weeks

Plan Description

8-Week Swimming Training Program for Ironman 70.3

Overview:
This 8-week swimming training program is designed to prepare athletes for the swimming segment of the Ironman 70.3. The focus is on building endurance, improving technique, and enhancing speed in the water.

* Establish a strong foundation and improve comfort in the water.
* Enhance stroke efficiency and breathing techniques.
* Increase overall swim distance.
* Introduce speed intervals to improve race pace.
* Combine endurance and speed for race simulation.
* Practice open-water swimming and race conditions.


Tips for Success:

Stay hydrated and maintain proper nutrition throughout the program.
Include strength training and flexibility exercises to support swimming performance.
Rest adequately to prevent fatigue and promote recovery.

This structured program will help you build the necessary skills and endurance to excel in the swimming portion of the Ironman 70.3. Good luck!

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
02:05:00 01:20:00
Strength x2
02:11:00 01:15:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
02:05:00 01:20:00
Strength
02:11:00 01:15:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

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Guilherme Reis

LANE4 Performance

My name is Gui I am Brazilian and co-founder of LANE4. Gui has a long career as a professional athlete. With a passion for endurance sports and a rich background in competitive swimming, his a dedicated triathlon and endurance coach committed to helping athletes of all levels achieve their goals but one of the most important thing for him is LONGEVITY.


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