This is a 16-week, Half Distance, structured training plan designed by White Pine Athletics' Head Coach Kyle McFarland.
This plan is ideal for the intermediate to advanced triathlete aiming to race their fastest half distance triathlon. It is strongly recommended that you have previously completed at least an olympic distance triathlon, and can comfortably complete the following distances:
Swim: 1000 yds
Bike: 90 minutes
Run 50 minutes
This plan also includes swim, bike, and run benchmark testing to establish and update your training zones.
Each session can be performed either inside or outside, and can be exported to devices such as Bryton, Garmin, Wahoo, Zwift, etc.
Included in the plan:
- Initial testing protocol
- Strength and mobility sessions
- Sessions that build on each other from week to week
- Helpful articles, tips and tricks
This plan also includes detailed race pace planning, general/basic race nutrition plan, race day/travel packing checklist, and access to discounts on additional White Pine Athletics coaching services.
Smart trainer or power meter is encouraged, heart rate monitor not required but strongly encouraged.
With a background in Exercise Physiology, I believe in training protocols that are science-based and research-driven. My goal as a coach is to help my athletes apply the proper combination of training stress, intensity, and rest/recovery modalities that will result in peak performance conditions at their target events.
I don't promise success - you need to put in the work for that - but I do offer a plan to guide you along the way.