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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE DESARU COAST TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE DESARU COAST TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson

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Length

44 Weeks

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Plan Description

Conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Desaru Coast Malaysia With Confidence

Train smart. Race strong. The Half Distance Triathlon in Desaru Coast, Malaysia offers a breathtaking but demanding course—1.9km of open water swimming from the Westin Desaru beachfront, a challenging 90km bike ride across rolling terrain, and a 21.1km shaded coastal run. To perform at your peak, you need more than motivation—you need a proven strategy.

Our 44-Week Intermediate Training Plan is designed specifically for athletes preparing for this iconic event. Whether you're aiming to finish strong or set a new personal best, this plan guides you through every stage—no prior base fitness required.

We start with a 12-week base phase, building your endurance and laying a solid foundation. Then, you’ll shift into a 32-week race-specific phase, targeting the unique demands of Desaru Coast. From a manageable 9-hour training week to a peak of 14 hours, the plan is progressive, sustainable, and built to fit into your life.

Here’s how it benefits your Desaru Coast race:

🏊 Swim Ready: Practice open water skills, pacing, and drills tailored for the warm, non-wetsuit waters of the South China Sea. Expect confidence, control, and calm on race day.

🚴 Bike Smart: Prepare for the rolling two-loop course with structured power and heart-rate-based sessions that mimic the terrain. You'll ride stronger and smarter into T2.

🏃 Run Strong: Build speed, efficiency, and stamina with tempo runs, bricks, and course-specific pacing strategies for the flat but warm 21.1km run around The Ferry Terminal and Els Club.

💪 Train Like a Pro: Strength workouts, technique refinement, and advanced sessions including VO₂ max and threshold training help you break barriers.

🎥 Learn and Execute: Get exclusive video content covering swim drills and strength work, ensuring you train with purpose and precision.

This is your time. Get race-ready with a plan engineered for success on the Desaru Coast.

👉 Start your 44-week journey today and take the first step toward your strongest Half Distance Triathlon finish yet.


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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
Swim
01:22:00 01:15:00
Bike
02:40:00 02:15:00
Run
01:50:00 01:40:00
Strength
01:29:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


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Paul M Johnson

Andiamo²®

🏊🚴🏃🏅 Dive into the world of Andiamo²®, where we blend lifestyle with momentum and celebrate the exhilarating journey of triathlon! 🎉 We're not just about races; we're a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing your active lifestyle experience.✨


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