🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE DESARU COAST TRIATHLON - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE DESARU COAST TRIATHLON - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - 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
Ready to take on the Half Distance Triathlon at Desaru Coast, Malaysia? Whether you're new to triathlon or returning after time away, our 44-week Beginner Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is your ultimate roadmap to race day success.
This scenic event starts with a 1.9km open water swim from the luxurious Westin Desaru Coast Resort, followed by a 90km bike ride on gently rolling terrain, and ends with a 21.1km run around the tropical beauty of Desaru. With warm air and water temperatures averaging 28–29°C (82°F), you're racing in near-perfect conditions—but you’ll need more than good weather to perform your best.
Our plan is designed specifically for beginner athletes who want to train smart, avoid injury, and build the fitness and confidence to crush this half Distance Triathlon.
We begin with 12 foundational weeks focused on technique, aerobic endurance, and strength training. This phase lays the groundwork for what’s ahead—especially crucial for tackling the non-wetsuit swim and undulating bike course. You'll gain solid fitness and refine your skills early on.
From Week 13, your training kicks into race-specific mode with progressive volume increases. You’ll build from 9.5 to 14 training hours per week, incorporating structured heart rate and RPE-based workouts across all three disciplines. Each phase targets VO₂ max, lactate threshold, and race-day pacing strategies—essential for pushing through the final kilometers of the run around the Ferry Terminal and The Els Club.
What makes this plan different?
🎥 Proven swim drills to help you feel efficient and confident in warm water conditions
🏃♂️ Structured run and jog sessions tailored to build race-day durability
🚴 Cycling sessions built for climbing and sustained tempo efforts
💪 Triathlete-specific strength workouts for injury resistance and overall power
You don’t need to guess. You need a plan that works.
Start your journey to the Desaru Coast finish line today—build fitness, confidence, and mental strength the right way. Your best race starts with your best preparation. Ready to go all in? Train with purpose now.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:38:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:38:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:54:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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