This Advanced 44-Week Training Plan is built specifically for athletes like you who are serious about excelling in one of the most scenic and demanding races in British Columbia.
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Course Highlights:
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🏊♂️ 1.9 km Swim – Begin at Hamsterly Beach Park with a single-loop swim in Elk Lake. Navigate south with buoys on your right before heading north to finish at shore.
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🚴♂️ 90 km Bike – Tackle over 3,000 feet of elevation through four municipalities. Take in breathtaking views of Haro Strait, the Coastal Mountains, and Saanich Inlet with full safety support and three aid stations.
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🏃♂️ 21.1 km Run – Finish strong with a two-loop trail run around Elk and Beaver Lake, ending back at Hamsterly Beach.
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🌤️ Avg Temp: 62°F / 17°C – Ideal conditions for peak performance.
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✅ Why This Training Plan Works for Victoria:
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✅ No Base Required – Start fresh with our 12-week base phase.
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✅ Strategic Build-Up – 32-week structured plan with 3 weeks on, 1 week off for optimal recovery.
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✅ Smart Scheduling – Starts at ~9.5 hrs/week, peaking at 14 hrs to match course demands.
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✅ Climb-Ready Fitness – Perfect for Victoria’s elevation profile with targeted bike and run strength training.
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✅ Trail and Open Water Focus – Designed to prepare you for trail running and open-water navigation.
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✅ Comprehensive Training Zones – Including Endurance, VO₂ Max, Threshold, Anaerobic, and Sprint Power.
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✅ Strength and Mobility – Built-in progression from functional to traditional strength work.
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You're not just training for a race. You're training to master the course—to power up climbs, glide through Elk Lake, and surge through forested trails with confidence and endurance.
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🎯 Are you ready to cross the finish line stronger than ever?
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Join the plan now and train with intention for the Half Distance Triathlon Victoria Canada.
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💪 Let’s go make your finish line moment unforgettable.
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²™ family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.