Intermediate Half IM Triathlon Training Plan (CSS / MHR / MHR)
Intermediate Half IM Triathlon Training Plan (CSS / MHR / MHR)
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Length
20 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Plan Description

Conquer Your Next Half-Ironman with Confidence
Are you an intermediate triathlete ready to tackle a 70.3 without letting training completely consume your schedule? This complete 20-week plan provides a proven, step-by-step roadmap to take you from building a solid aerobic base straight to a triumphant Race Day.
Is This Plan For You?
Balancing heavy, structured training with work, family, and life is a massive challenge. This plan is built for busy but ambitious athletes who need their workouts to be highly effective and adaptable to the real world.
Starting at a manageable 8 hours and 22 minutes a week, your training safely and progressively builds to a peak of 14 hours and 12 minutes. Along the way, we've built in strategic race weeks (a Sprint and a 5150 distance) to practice your pacing, nutrition, and transitions—ensuring you are completely dialed in when you hit the start line of your Half-Ironman.
Your Training Benefits
Structured, Phased Progression: A strategic 20-week layout featuring dedicated Build and Peak phases, plus perfectly timed taper weeks so you arrive fresh and fast.
Precision Heart Rate Training: Bike and run workouts are based on %Max Heart Rate, guiding your effort levels in real-time to eliminate guesswork and prevent overtraining.
Bonus Core & Flexibility: Includes targeted, sport-specific strength and flexibility plans to improve your form and keep you resilient against injury.
Accurate Zone Setup: Gain access to our FREE training tools to perfectly establish your baseline heart rate zones from day one.
Prerequisites
To get the most out of this plan and avoid frustration, ensure you have the following ready to go:
Heart Rate Monitor: Mandatory for executing the structured Bike and Run sessions.
Swim Test Facility: Access to a 25m or 50m swimming pool.
Bike Test Equipment: An indoor trainer or Wattbike for controlled baseline testing.
Run Test Route: Access to a flat, safe 5km running route.
How it Works
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x3
|
02:19:00 | 01:45:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
04:16:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:05:00 |
|
Other
x2
|
00:57:00 | 00:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
00:34:00 | 00:25:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
02:19:00 | 01:45:00 | |
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|
04:16:00 | 03:30:00 | |
|
|
01:54:00 | 01:05:00 | |
|
|
00:57:00 | 00:40:00 | |
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|
00:34:00 | 00:25:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
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