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

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🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE KRAICHGAU TRIATHLON BEGINNER - 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 Kraichgau – 36-Week Beginner Training Plan for Race Day Confidence

Ready to take on the stunning Half Distance Triathlon Kraichgau? Whether you're brand new to triathlon or stepping up to your first Half Distance race, this 36-week beginner training plan will guide you every step of the way—no prior experience or base mileage required.

Train smart and race strong in the heart of Germany’s "land of 1000 hills," where the course delivers breathtaking views and unforgettable challenges. From the crystal-clear Hardtsee swim to the vineyard-lined bike ride and the energized run through Bad Schönborn, our training plan is tailored to prepare you physically and mentally for every moment.

Why This Training Plan Sets You Up for Success 🏆

✅ Build a Strong Foundation
Kick off with 12 weeks of low-impact conditioning to build endurance and confidence. You'll focus on:

- Swim form with instructional video drills

- Low-intensity bike and run sessions based on Heart Rate and RPE

- Core strength development and mobility routines

✅ Progressive Half Distance Triathlon Prep

- Over the next 24 weeks, we dial in your race-specific fitness:

- Start with just 7 hours/week and peak at 12 hours

- Structured long rides and tempo runs for endurance gains

- Brick workouts to perfect your bike-to-run transition

- Open water swim strategies to help you glide through Hardtsee

✅ Beginner-Focused Strength Training

🧰 Strength sessions with step-by-step video guidance

💪 Injury prevention through mobility, core, and functional strength

🎯 Easy-to-follow routines that fit seamlessly into your schedule

Kraichgau is no ordinary race—its hilly bike course demands smart pacing, and the vibrant community atmosphere will fuel your finish line sprint. This plan is built to get you there feeling prepared, powerful, and proud.

🚀 Start your journey today and transform your Half Distance Triathlon dream into reality.

✅ Train with purpose.

✅ Race with confidence.

✅ Cross the finish line in Kraichgau stronger than ever.

Are you ready? Let’s make this your race.


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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


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

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Paul M Johnson

Andiamo²®

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