🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Durban Triathlon – Your Roadmap to Race Day Success
🌊 Conquer the Coast at Durban’s Premier Half Distance Triathlon
Get ready for an unforgettable race experience at the Half Distance Durban Triathlon! From the vibrant uShaka Beach swim start to the fast-paced M4 highway bike course and scenic beachfront run, this triathlon is built for athletes who want a challenge wrapped in world-class beauty.
To dominate this course, you need more than just grit—you need a proven strategy.
🎯 Why This Training Plan Works for the Half Distance Durban Triathlon
Our Six-Month Intermediate Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is specifically designed to match the unique demands of the Durban course. Whether you're returning to the distance or stepping up for the first time, this plan builds the power, endurance, and confidence you need to excel.
✅ Race-Specific Progression
Start with 8 hours of training in Week 1 and build to 12 hours per week, precisely timed to peak your fitness by race day.
✅ Durban-Ready Swim Preparation
Practice race-specific open-water techniques to thrive in the anti-clockwise Indian Ocean swim. Master pacing, sighting, and surf entry to power through uShaka Beach.
✅ Crush the Fast Bike Course
Two-loop bike sessions mimic Durban’s M4 route—undulating, fast, and mentally engaging. We prepare your legs for sustained efforts and quick transitions.
✅ Scenic Run Strength
Train for the out-and-back Durban Promenade course with strength-building brick workouts and tempo runs that simulate real race-day conditions.
✅ Elite Conditioning Techniques
💥 VO₂ max intervals
🔥 Anaerobic threshold workouts
🏃♀️ Track sessions for top-end run efficiency
🧱 Progressive brick workouts for seamless transitions
💬 You’re Not Just Training. You’re Preparing to Win.
This isn’t just any plan—it’s your blueprint for success at one of South Africa’s most exciting triathlon venues. Each week builds not just your endurance but your mindset, confidence, and race readiness.
🔥 It’s Time to Go All In
Make your next Half Distance Triathlon your best yet. Trust the plan, train with purpose, and race Durban with power and poise.
👉 Start your training journey today—and show up at Durban fully prepared to thrive!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:51:00 | 02:15:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:08:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
02:51:00 | 02:15:00 | |
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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