Welcome to your edge in Galveston. If you're racing the Half Distance Triathlon in Texas, this is the training plan designed to elevate your performance on one of the fastest, flattest, and most scenic courses in the U.S. From the calm waters of Offats Bayou to the smooth Gulf Coast bike ride and vibrant three-loop run through Moody Gardens, every mile offers a chance to shine—if you're ready.
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This 44-week advanced training plan is engineered for serious age-group triathletes like you who want to break barriers, not just finish lines.
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🏗️ 12-Week Base Phase
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Start strong. Our base phase builds your aerobic engine with progressive volume, refining your technique and strength foundation. It’s more than just mileage—it’s your launchpad for success.
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🏋️ 32-Week Specialized Phase
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Structured with a proven 3:1 training cycle (three weeks of build, one week of recovery), this phase develops endurance, power, and race-specific skills. You’ll peak at just the right time—confident, strong, and race-ready.
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📈 Weekly Progression:
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Starts at ~9.5 hours/week
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Peaks at ~14 hours/week (Week 39)
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This gradual build supports long-term gains and injury prevention, especially important for humid conditions and long, flat efforts like Galveston.
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Tailored for Advanced Age-Group Athletes
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Whether you're chasing a podium or a personal best, this plan incorporates:
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✔️ Functional & conventional strength training
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✔️ Technique refinement for open water swimming
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✔️ Gulf wind-adapted cycling efforts
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✔️ Repeated pace management for the 3-loop run course
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You’ll train across all energy systems—Endurance Base, VO₂ Max, Threshold, Anaerobic Power, and ATP-PC—so you’re equipped for every demand Galveston throws your way.
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Train Smart. Race Fast. Stay Steps from the Finish.
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With all race activities centered at Moody Gardens, this is a race of convenience, beauty, and speed. Pair it with a plan built to match.
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👉 Take control of your Galveston race day. Begin your training journey today.
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This is where performance meets preparation. Let’s get you to that finish line stronger than ever.
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²™ family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.