2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO - BEGINNER PLAN - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO - BEGINNER PLAN - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smarter for the Half Distance Triathlon in Zealand: Your 44-Week Road to Race Day Success ๐โโ๏ธ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ
Prepare to conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Zealand, set against the stunning backdrop of Waikatoโs Lake Taupล. Begin with a thrilling 1.9km swim in crystal-clear waters averaging 19ยฐC (64ยฐF), followed by a scenic 90km bike ride through Taupลโs rolling countryside. Cap it off with a vibrant 21.1km run weaving through town and along the tranquil lakefront to Rainbow Bay. With average race-day temps around 21ยฐC (70ยฐF), this course is built for peak performance. ๐ค๏ธ #LakeTaupoTriathlon #HalfDistanceTriathlonNZ
To fully prepare for this epic challenge, our 44-week beginner half distance triathlon training plan is designed to take you from zero to finish line โ safely, efficiently, and confidently.
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What's Inside the Training Plan:
๐น Weeks 1โ12: Base Building Phase Forget generic base mileage โ our training starts with a purpose-driven 12-week half distance base phase focused on:
Strength & conditioning
Technique refinement, especially in swim form
Building aerobic endurance
๐น Weeks 13โ44: Performance Phase From week 13 onward, training gradually builds from 9.5 to 14 hours weekly, with an emphasis on:
V02 max intervals
Anaerobic threshold sessions
Sport-specific endurance and technique
Progressive overload to peak smartly by race day
๐ Triathlon-Specific Sessions Include:
๐ฅ Video-guided swim drills for technique and efficiency
๐ RPE/Heart Rate-based run workouts to fine-tune pacing
๐ด Heart Rate-based bike sessions for optimized output
๐ช Strength routines tailored for beginner triathletes
Whether you're new to triathlon or stepping up to your first half distance triathlon, this plan supports you every step โ from the first swim stroke to your final sprint down the finish chute in Taupล.
Your journey to the Half Distance Triathlon in Zealand begins now. Transform your training, elevate your performance, and achieve your triathlon goals with confidence. ๐ฅ
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
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02:38:00 | 02:30:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:38:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:54:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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