2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO - BEGINNER PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS- PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO - BEGINNER PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS- 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 🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️
Prepare to conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Zealand, set against the stunning backdrop of Waikato’s Lake Taupō. Begin with a thrilling 1.9km swim in crystal-clear waters averaging 19°C (64°F), followed by a scenic 90km bike ride through Taupō’s 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 21°C (70°F), this course is built for peak performance. 🌤️ #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 — safely, efficiently, and confidently.
✅ What's Inside the Training Plan:
🔹 Weeks 1–12: Base Building Phase Forget generic base mileage — 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
🔹 Weeks 13–44: 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
🏆 Triathlon-Specific Sessions Include:
🎥 Video-guided swim drills for technique and efficiency
🏃 RPE/Heart Rate-based run workouts to fine-tune pacing
🚴 Heart Rate-based bike sessions for optimized output
💪 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 — from the first swim stroke to your final sprint down the finish chute in Taupō.
Your journey to the Half Distance Triathlon in Zealand begins now. Transform your training, elevate your performance, and achieve your triathlon goals with confidence. 💥
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:39:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:55:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
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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02:39:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:55:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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