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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson

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Length

44 Weeks

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Plan Description

Conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Durban with Confidence

Your Journey Starts Here โ€“ Train Smarter, Race Stronger

The Half Distance Triathlon Durban is an unforgettable challenge that begins with a 1.9 km (1.2 mile) ocean swim at uShaka Beach, continues with a fast, rolling 90 km (56 mile) bike along the M4 highway, and finishes with a scenic run on the Durban Promenade. Are you ready to dominate race day with power, precision, and confidence?

Whether you're aiming for your personal best or stepping up to the half distance for the first time, our 44-week Intermediate Training Plan is built to help you thrive on this unique coastal course.

Why This Training Plan Works for the Durban Course ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ
โœ… Built for the Ocean Swim: Gain comfort and confidence in open water with structured swim workouts and form-focused drills tailored to the conditions at uShaka Beach.

โœ… Master the M4 Highway Bike: Conquer the undulating bike course with progressive interval rides and power-based sessions that mirror the elevation profile of the Durban route.

โœ… Crush the Promenade Run: Train with precise pacing and heart rate guidance to keep your stride strong and steady across the two-lap beachfront run course.

โœ… No Base Required: Start fresh. The plan begins with a 12-week base phase, then shifts to 32 weeks of specific race prep designed to peak on race day.

โœ… Train Smarter, Not Just Harder: From 9-hour training weeks building to a 14-hour peak, the plan balances effort, recovery, and results for long-term growth.

โœ… Train Every System: Includes tempo sessions, VOโ‚‚ intervals, threshold training, brick workouts, strength, mobility, and moreโ€”each phase carefully layered for performance.

โœ… Visual Learning Advantage: Follow exclusive videos featuring technique tips, swim drills, and strength workouts designed to reinforce perfect form and training efficiency.

๐ŸŽฏ Ready to Go All-In for Durban?
If youโ€™re serious about racing your best at the Half Distance Triathlon Durban, this is your roadmap. This isnโ€™t just a planโ€”itโ€™s a transformation. Every session is backed by science, structured by experience, and designed for triathletes who want results.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Start your journey today and unlock your strongest race yet.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:22:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
02:40:00 02:15:00
Run x3
01:50:00 01:40:00
Strength x2
01:29:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:22:00 01:15:00
Bike
02:40:00 02:15:00
Run
01:50:00 01:40:00
Strength
01:29:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


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Paul M Johnson

Andiamo²®

๐ŸŠ๐Ÿšด๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿ… Dive into the world of Andiamoยฒยฎ, where we blend lifestyle with momentum and celebrate the exhilarating journey of triathlon! ๐ŸŽ‰ We're not just about races; we're a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing your active lifestyle experience.โœจ


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