🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON HAWAII - ADVANCED W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON HAWAII - ADVANCED W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Hawaii – Kohala Coast - Train with Purpose. Race with Power.
Experience the magic of racing the Half Distance Triathlon on Hawaii’s stunning Kohala Coast. Start your journey at Pauoa Bay, located at the luxurious Fairmont Orchid Hotel. Swim 1.2 miles in the warm, crystal-clear Pacific Ocean as the sun rises over the island. 🌅
Transition onto your bike and take on the legendary northern Kohala Coast—part of the world-famous Full Distance Triathlon World Championship route. Ride past lava fields, sweeping ocean views, and rolling hills before returning to Fairmont Orchid. 🚴♀️
Finish with a 13.1-mile run featuring two breathtaking loops through the Mauna Lani Golf Course and Hoohana Road, with an unforgettable finish at Honu Pointe. Race-day weather averages 80°F (27°C)—ideal for a personal best. 🏃♂️
Why Our 36-Week Advanced Training Plan Works
This structured training blueprint is built for ambitious age-group athletes preparing to race their best Half Distance Triathlon—right here on the Kohala Coast.
✅ Phase 1 – Build a Solid Base (12 Weeks):
Develop essential aerobic endurance and functional strength.
✅ Phase 2 – Elevate Performance (24 Weeks):
Train with a 3:1 cycle—3 weeks of focused work, 1 week of active recovery—starting at 9.5 hrs/week and peaking at 14.5 hrs/week.
✅ Targeted Training Includes:
🏊♂️ Technique-Driven Swim Sessions
💪 Strength & Conditioning Progressions
🏃♀️ Endurance Aerobic Mile Workouts
⚡ VO2 Max and Anaerobic Threshold Intervals
🏔️ Hill and Climbing Acceleration Sets
🔋 ATP-PC Sprint Power Development
Built for the Hawaii Course
This plan mirrors the terrain and climate of the Kohala Coast—so you'll be ready for the heat, the wind, the climbs, and the distance.
If you want to show up race day feeling prepared, powerful, and confident—this is the plan that gets you there.
🎯 Ready to Train Like a Champion?
Start your 36-week transformation today and get race-day ready for Hawaii’s most breathtaking Half Distance Triathlon. - Train Smart. Finish Strong. Conquer the Kohala Coast.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
03:27:00 | 02:35:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
02:08:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:41:00 | 01:40:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
01:18:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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03:27:00 | 02:35:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:41:00 | 01:40:00 |
Training Load By Week
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