2026 HALF DIST PUCON CHILE BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - Paul M. Johnson
2026 HALF DIST PUCON CHILE BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - Paul M. Johnson
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Conquer the HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON PUCÓN – 🌋🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️
Are you ready for one of the most breathtaking and exhilarating triathlons in the world?
To conquer Pucón’s challenging course, you need more than just determination—you need the right training and a proven plan to show up at the start line confident and ready to race.
This comprehensive program is designed for first-time triathletes and anyone looking for a structured, no-guesswork approach to Half Distance training.
🌊 SWIM – 1.9KM
Your race begins with a thrilling open-water swim in Lake Villarrica’s cool, glacier-fed waters (66°F / 19°C), all with the mighty Villarrica Volcano towering behind you.
🚀 The first phase of your plan includes swim drills, stroke refinement, and endurance-building sessions to help you feel strong, efficient, and in control. By race day, you’ll be confident, ready to power through the swim, and comfortable in the open water.
🚴♂️ BIKE – 90KM
Pucón’s rolling hills and stunning countryside offer a challenging but scenic bike course. Every climb tests your endurance, and every descent fuels your adrenaline.
🚀 We’ll progressively build your strength, stamina, and climbing ability with heart-rate-based rides, power intervals, and endurance sessions.
🏃♂️ RUN – 21KM
The final stretch is a three-lap run through Pucón’s vibrant streets. With the support of the crowd and rolling terrain, mental toughness and smart pacing will be key to finishing strong.
🚀 The plan gradually builds your endurance and race-day pacing with tempo runs, and hill training - plus, brick workouts will ensure smooth transitions from bike to run so you can avoid fatigue and race strong, injury-free.
🔥 The 36-Week Plan: Your Roadmap to Race-Day Success!
🏗️ Phase 1: Build Your Foundation (12 Weeks of Strength & Technique)
The first phase ensures your endurance, strength, and technique are solid, setting you up for success.
✅ Swim Stroke Refinement – Guided drills to help you swim smarter.
✅ Pacing Mastery – Learn to control intensity and avoid burnout on the bike and run.
✅ Strength & Mobility – Build durability and prevent injuries.
🔥 Phase 2: Peak Performance (24 Weeks of Progressive Training)
The second phase intensifies your training, focusing on endurance, race-specific workouts, and peak performance strategies.
✅ Gradual Load Progression – Start at 7 hours per week, peaking at 12 hours for optimal conditioning.
✅ Race-Specific Training – Open water swim practice and tempo training for pacing.
✅ Brick Workouts – Eliminate sluggish transitions from bike to run.
✅ Strength for Triathletes – Workouts designed to enhance performance and injury resistance.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:19:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:27:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:45:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:19:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:27:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:45:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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