Ultimate Triathlon Journey Plan: Half to Full Distance Triathlon in 62 Weeks
Embark on an extraordinary 62-week journey, conquering your first Half Distance Triathlon in 24 weeks and seamlessly progressing to your inaugural Full Distance Triathlon in an additional 36 weeks. This comprehensive plan, designed for beginners, ensures not only physical readiness but also mental resilience for the dual challenge.
Plan 1: Beginner Half Distance Triathlon Plan (24 Weeks). Reusable Plan.
Achieve your first Half Distance Triathlon triumph with this proven 24-week training plan. Successfully completed by over 1,000 BEGINNER triathletes, this plan includes:
Gradual progression from 3 hours per week.
Detailed day-by-day training, building to swim 1.2 miles, bike 56 miles, and run 13.1 miles.
2 swims, 3 rides, 3 runs, and 1 rest day per week.
Compatible with TrainingPeaks smartwatches.
Individualizable with Heart Rate or Rate of Perceived Effort.
Focuses on Zone 2 to build aerobic capacity effectively.
Plan 2: Beginner Full Distance Triathlon Training Program (36 Weeks)
Embark on your Full Distance Triathlon journey with this 36-week plan, carefully crafted for beginners. Completing one or a few sprint or Olympic triathlons is sufficient preparation for this program. Key features include:
Gradual build-up from 3 hours to 15-18 hours per week.
Covers 2.4 mi swim, 112 mi bike, and 26.2 mi run.
Over 550 BEGINNER triathletes successfully completed their first Full Distance Triathlon race.
Compatible with TrainingPeaks smartwatches.
Individualizable with Heart Rate or Rate of Perceived Effort.
Emphasizes Zone 2 for effective aerobic capacity building.
What Sets Our Plan Apart:
Proven Success: Thousands of athletes have triumphed in their first Half or Full Distance race with our guidance.
Structured Progression: Each week is meticulously planned for a gradual and safe buildup to your A-race.
Justin offers expert coaching for runners and triathletes of all levels, from beginners to elite performers. He provides 1-on-1 coaching, creating custom training plans that take into account an individual's athletic history, injuries, work demands, and family responsibilities.
With certifications from USA Triathlon, IRONMAN, & TrainingPeaks, Justin is proficient at guiding athletes in swimming, biking, & running.