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🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE GULF COAST BEGINNER TRIATHLON W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE GULF COAST BEGINNER TRIATHLON W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson

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Length

36 Weeks

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Plan Description

Half Distance Triathlon Gulf Coast Training Plan

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Conquer Panama City Beach with Confidence โ€“ 36-Week Beginner Training Plan ๐ŸŠโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Racing the Half Distance Triathlon Gulf Coast in Panama City Beach is more than just crossing a finish line โ€” it's about tackling a fast, flat course along the scenic emerald coast ๐ŸŒŠโ˜€๏ธ. With a 1.2-mile open-water swim in the Gulf of Mexico, a speedy 56-mile ride through Pine Log State Forest ๐ŸŒฒ, and a flat 13.1-mile coastal run ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ, this race rewards smart preparation, strong endurance, and mental grit.

Thatโ€™s where our 36-week Beginner Training Plan for the Half Distance Triathlon Gulf Coast comes in.

This plan is built for athletes just like you โ€” first-timers or returning triathletes looking to train smart, stay injury-free, and race strong. No previous triathlon experience? No problem. This progressive plan guides you from zero to Half Distance success with structure and confidence.

We start with a 12-week base phase to build aerobic capacity, strength, and swim technique โ€” especially for open-water conditions.

๐ŸŠ Our expert-designed swim drills (with easy-to-follow videos ๐ŸŽฅ) prepare you for the Gulfโ€™s unique challenges, including waves, currents, and marine life ๐Ÿฌ.

Then, youโ€™ll move into a 24-week build phase tailored for the Half Distance Triathlon Gulf Coast. Bike sessions emphasize speed in aero position ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ and wind handling, while brick workouts sharpen your transitions and run-off-the-bike strength. Long rides and tempo runs mimic real race conditions ๐ŸŒก๏ธ, with smart pacing strategies for Panama City Beachโ€™s warming temps.

Training is heart-rate and RPE-based ๐Ÿ“Š, ensuring each workout has purpose. Strength sessions with step-by-step videos support injury prevention and power development ๐Ÿ‹๏ธ.

Your race-day success starts with smart training.
Are you ready to take the first step toward finishing strong at the Half Distance Triathlon Gulf Coast?

๐Ÿ”ฅ Commit today โ€” invest in your training plan and unlock your race potential! ๐Ÿš€


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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:20:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
02:27:00 02:30:00
Run x3
01:46:00 01:40:00
Strength x2
01:08:00 00:55:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:20:00 01:15:00
Bike
02:27:00 02:30:00
Run
01:46:00 01:40:00
Strength
01:08:00 00:55:00

Training Load By Week


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Paul M Johnson

Andiamo²®

๐ŸŠ๐Ÿšด๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿ… Dive into the world of Andiamoยฒยฎ, where we blend lifestyle with momentum and celebrate the exhilarating journey of triathlon! ๐ŸŽ‰ We're not just about races; we're a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing your active lifestyle experience.โœจ


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