🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON VICTORIA CANADA - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON VICTORIA CANADA - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Victoria Canada – 44-Week Beginner Training Plan
🌊🚴♀️🏃♂️ Train Smart. Race Strong. Finish Proud.
Welcome to one of Canada’s most breathtaking race venues—Elk Lake in Victoria, British Columbia. This Half Distance Triathlon is more than a race—it's a test of grit, endurance, and strategy. The swim begins with a single loop from Hamsterly Beach Park, followed by a challenging 90 km bike ride through four scenic municipalities with panoramic views of Haro Strait, the Coastal Mountains, and Saanich Inlet. Then it’s a two-loop 21.1 km run around Elk and Beaver Lake—all in a race-day average temp of 62°F (17°C).
🏋️♂️ Why Our 44-Week Beginner Training Plan Works
Designed for aspiring Half Distance Triathlon finishers, this plan builds you from the ground up—starting with a 12-week foundational base phase followed by 32 weeks of targeted race preparation. Whether you're brand new or returning to the sport after time away, this training system sets you up for success on this course.
✅ Swim-Specific Training – Build technique and open-water confidence for the single-loop Elk Lake swim.
✅ Strength + Conditioning Phase – Early weeks emphasize functional strength to help you handle the 3,000+ feet of bike elevation.
✅ Endurance + Threshold Workouts – Dial in pacing and stamina for the two-loop trail run on varied terrain.
✅ RPE + Heart Rate-Based Guidance – Smart training zones keep your workouts efficient and effective.
✅ Video Swim Drills – Boost swim mechanics and race-day efficiency.
✅ Structured Bike + Run Sessions – Stay focused with planned intervals, long sessions, and recovery built in.
✅ Built for Busy Lives – Starting at 9.5 hours/week and peaking at 14 hours, this plan fits real-world schedules.
✅ Local Conditions Considered – Our pacing and hydration guidance are tailored to the race-day climate and terrain of Victoria, Canada.
🎯 You’re not just training for a finish line—you’re preparing to own this course. Let this plan be your edge.
👉 Ready to Race Victoria Strong? Start your journey with the 44WK Beginner Training Plan and feel confident, prepared, and unstoppable on race day!
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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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