🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE SWITZERLAND - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE SWITZERLAND - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
🏔️ Half Distance Triathlon Switzerland Training Plan
Conquer the Course. Master the Challenge.
Train smart and race strong with our Six-Month Intermediate Training Plan—built specifically for the scenic and demanding Half Distance Triathlon Switzerland. From the crystal-clear waters of the Obersee to the hilly bike terrain and legendary “Stairway to Heaven” run segment, every part of this plan is designed to match the exact challenges of the race.
🚀 Why This Plan Works for Switzerland
✅ Swim-Ready Confidence
✅ Adapted for cold-water conditions (wetsuit training included)
✅ Open-water simulation sets build control and comfort
🚴♂️ Bike Like a Pro in the Swiss Alps
✅ Over 1000m of climbing in training to mirror race conditions
✅ Focus on tempo and endurance for long, sustained efforts
✅ Specific hill intervals mimic Goldingen and Rickengebiet terrain
🏃♀️ Run with Strength and Strategy
✅ Progressive brick workouts to prep for the lakefront course
✅ Track sets for anaerobic threshold and leg turnover
✅ “Stairway to Heaven” hill repeats to tackle the 112-step climb with power
📈 What to Expect
Start with 8 hours of structured weekly training, building to 12 hours by peak weeks. We emphasize aerobic development early, layering in V02 max intervals, endurance builds, and race-specific bricks. The goal? Arrive on race day strong, confident, and ready to perform.
💡 Already completed an Olympic distance triathlon? This plan picks up where that fitness leaves off.
🎯 Ready to Race Switzerland at Your Best?
You’ve committed to the challenge—now equip yourself with the strategy, structure, and support to succeed. Whether it’s your first Half Distance Triathlon or your fifth, this plan transforms your potential into real, measurable performance.
👉 Claim your training plan today and take the first step toward your best race yet. The Obersee awaits. Let’s get you to that finish line strong.
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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 | |
|
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
|
|
02:08:00 | 01:40:00 | |
|
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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