💪 2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO WAIKATO - ADVANCED - PAUL M. JOHNSON
💪 2026 HALF DIST TRIATHLON NEW ZEALAND TAUPO WAIKATO - ADVANCED - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
To conquer the Half Distance Triathlon New Zealand, you need a training plan that builds your strength, endurance, and mental toughness, preparing you for every aspect of the race. Our 44-week advanced training plan is here to guide you step-by-step, from laying the groundwork to hitting peak performance on race day. Here’s how this plan will help you succeed in this epic race set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Taupō and Taupō’s beautiful countryside. 🌅
12-Week Base Regimen 🏁
You’ll start your journey with a 12-week base regimen, designed for athletes with no prior training or base mileage. This phase is all about building a strong foundation—no matter your starting point. You’ll gradually increase your endurance, so you’re prepared for the more intense training ahead. Think of this as laying the groundwork for everything that’s to come. 🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️
32-Week Specialized Training Program 🔥
After the base phase, you’ll dive into the heart of your training with our 32-week specialized program. We’ve structured it with a 3/1 approach: three weeks of intense training followed by one week of active recovery. This balance will help you push your limits while giving your body the rest it needs to recover and come back stronger. As you progress, your training will peak at 14 hours per week, but don’t worry—recovery weeks are built in to keep you from overtraining. ⏱️
Progressive Training Schedule 📅
You’ll gradually build your training load, starting at around 9.5 hours per week, and peaking at 14 hours in week 39. This progressive schedule ensures you’re always challenged but not overwhelmed. By steadily increasing your training load, you’ll improve both physically and mentally, avoiding plateaus and getting stronger as race day approaches. 💪
Tailored for Advanced Amateur Athletes 🏆
This plan is built specifically for athletes like you—advanced amateurs who are ready to take your performance to the next level. You’ll focus on functional strength and transition into conventional strength exercises, giving you the muscle endurance and power needed to power through the swim, bike, and run segments. It’s about making sure you’re not just physically prepared, but ready to dominate every part of the race. 💥
A Comprehensive Approach 🏊♀️🚴♂️🏃♀️
Our training program leaves no stone unturned. You’ll refine your swimming technique, build endurance, and tackle specialized workouts like VO2 max, anaerobic threshold, and anaerobic power training. We also focus on ATP-PC training to boost your sprint performance, ensuring that you have the speed and power to make quick transitions and push yourself through the final leg of the race. ⚡
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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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01:21:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
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03:43:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Strength
x2
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02:04:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:45:00 | 02:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:21:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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03:43:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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02:04:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:45:00 | 02:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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