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Swim-Ready: Swim Strong 12

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Swim-Ready: Swim Strong 12

Author

Robert Welsford

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Length

12 Weeks

Plan Description

Train Smarter with a Simple, Beginner-Friendly Plan

This program is built with simplicity in mind—requiring little to no equipment while delivering a clear, no-fuss approach to training. Straightforward, effective, and easy to follow, it’s designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.

Using Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) for the swim and run workouts and Power for the bike workouts, the plan gradually builds your your swiming through distance based workouts. You’ll gain that extra endurance, strength, and confidence in swimming during the off-season that you are looking for-without feeling overwhelmed.
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Who Is This Plan For?

This plan is ideal for a more seasonsed triathlete who already has an understanding of swim as well as biking and running training:

-Able to swim continiously for 1500-2000m
-Able to bike comfortably for 30-45 minutes
-Able to run cofortably for 30-45 minutes
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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
5,717m 3,200m
Run x1
00:33:00 00:56:00
Bike x1
00:55:00 01:30:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
strength x1
00:35:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
5,717m 3,200m
Run
00:33:00 00:56:00
Bike
00:55:00 01:30:00
Day Off
—— ——
strength
00:35:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

Robert Welsford

Rapid Snail Racing

Our triathlon coaching is designed to take you from where you are now to where you want to be—fitter, faster, and ready for race day. You’ll get a fully customized training plan built around your goals, fitness level, and schedule, covering swim, bike, and run, plus strength, nutrition, and recovery guidance. We track your progress closely with regular check-ins, performance reviews, and plan adjustments so you’re always moving forward.


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