2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIANOPOLIS - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M JOHNSON
2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIANOPOLIS - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Training for the Half Distance Triathlon in Florianopolis, Brazil means preparing for a race as dynamic and beautiful as the island itself. From the clear waters of Ingleses Beach to the fast, scenic coastline run, this 44-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is built to get you race-ready—no matter where you're starting from.
This plan doesn’t just check boxes—it builds a complete athlete from the ground up. Here's how it prepares you for the Florianopolis Half Distance Triathlon:
🏊♀️ Swim Preparedness at Ingleses Beach
✔️ Master open water skills with progressive swim sessions
✔️ Technique-focused drills + video guidance to boost confidence in rectangular loop courses
✔️ Adapt to race-day temps (21–23°C) with cold water acclimatization strategies
🚴 Bike the Rolling Hills of Florianopolis
✔️ Build endurance and climbing power with structured intervals
✔️ Incorporate race-day pacing with heart rate & power-based sessions
✔️ Specific hill + tempo rides mimic the 90 km course’s terrain
🏃♂️ Run Through the Heart of the Island
✔️ Brick workouts simulate the transition from bike to run
✔️ Fast, flat loops prepare you to push pace along the coastline
✔️ Strategic long runs sharpen mental strength and pacing in race-like conditions
🧠 Plan Highlights That Give You the Edge
✅ 12-week base phase builds durable aerobic fitness—no prior base required
✅ 32-week progressive build with VO2, threshold, and race-pace intensity
✅ “B” and “C” race tune-ups to dial in pacing, nutrition, and execution strategy
✅ Visual resources for swim and strength to reduce injury risk and enhance technique
✅ Structured around your life—with a smart progression from 9 to 14 hours/week
You’re not doing this alone. This training plan comes with personalized email coach support, helping you stay focused, accountable, and on track to crush your goals.
🌟 Ready to race the Half Distance Triathlon in Florianopolis with confidence?
Start your 44-week journey today and unlock the strongest, most prepared version of yourself.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:40:00 | 02:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:50:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:40:00 | 02:15:00 | |
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01:50:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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