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16 Week Half Distance Triathlon | Intermediate (Beg Swim) | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support

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16 Week Half Distance Triathlon | Intermediate (Beg Swim) | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Chris Searle - Efficient Endurance - Free Email Support

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Length

16 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

Triathlon

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16-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan

Transform Your Triathlon Performance in 16 Weeks with a Structured Plan:
Build Strength, Speed, and Confidence with Expert Support.
This plan is your gateway to smashing your personal best, pushing your limits, and unlocking your true potential.

Break Milestones


  • Crush Your PB: Swim more efficiently, ride stronger, and run faster with full confidence in your training.

  • Increase Speed & Stamina: Boost your aerobic system and lactate threshold for sustained performance.

  • Peak with Precision: Enter race day feeling sharp, fresh, and primed to perform.

Targets of the Plan


  • Improve Endurance: Develop the stamina needed to sustain strong efforts across all three disciplines.

  • Enhance Race Pace: Sessions designed to help you sustain higher speeds for longer periods.

  • Increase Power & Efficiency: Targeted bike and run workouts to build strength and efficiency.


Tap Into Your Inner Drive


This is your opportunity to break through barriers, proving to yourself—and others—just how much you’re capable of achieving.


Structured Progression



  • Block 1: Build endurance and establish your fitness baseline with initial testing.

  • Block 2: Develop race-specific skills, focusing on technique and speed.

  • Block 3: Simulate race conditions with brick workouts and race-pace efforts.

  • Block 4: Taper and peak by reducing volume while maintaining intensity for race day.


Who Is This Plan For?



  • Triathletes With Some Experience: Those ready to take their ability to the next level.

  • PB Chasers: Those aiming to do their fastest Half Distance Triathlon.

  • Dedicated Performers: Triathletes looking for structure, progression, and results.

  • Developing Swimmers: Those expecting to exit the swim in the back third of the pack. All swim sessions are written by a highly experienced, professional swim coach.


Before Starting You Should Be Able To:



  • Swim consistently between 2:30 and 3:30 per 100 meters.

  • Cycle for 1 hour.

  • Run for 45 minutes.

What You Get


  • 16 weeks of detailed training, designed for efficiency and impact.

  • 6–9 sessions per week, including endurance, speed, and race-specific workouts broken into:

  • 2 Swim Sessions: Fine-tune technique and build speed endurance.

  • 3 Bike Sessions: Target power and race-specific intensity.

  • 3 Run Sessions: Build speed and stamina for a strong race finish.

  • 1 Strength Session: Enhance overall athleticism and injury resilience.

  • 1 Rest Day: Crucial for recovery and peak performance.

  • A fully integrated training calendar for seamless scheduling.

  • Email support whenever you need help or motivation.


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Take the Leap


This plan isn’t just about completing the race; it’s about refining your skills, boosting your confidence, and unlocking your true potential.


Every session builds toward stronger performance, and every step takes you closer to achieving your goals.
Let’s make your triathlon success a reality.
Start today and race towards your best self.

How it Works

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Track Your Progress

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:28:00 01:30:00
Bike x2
03:10:00 02:30:00
Swim x2
01:44:00 01:10:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
strength x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:28:00 01:30:00
Bike
03:10:00 02:30:00
Swim
01:44:00 01:10:00
Day Off
—— ——
strength
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

Chris Searle

Efficient Endurance

At Efficient Endurance, we are committed to assisting individuals in elevating their running, cycling, and swimming capabilities. We offer professional, detailed technique and endurance coaching services to help you in your journey.


  • 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

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