🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON DES MOINES - ADVANCED W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON DES MOINES - 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 Des Moines, Iowa – Advanced 36-Week Training Plan
Train with Purpose. Race with Power. Succeed in Des Moines.
The Half Distance Triathlon Des Moines combines urban excitement with rural charm. From a fast, downstream swim to a rolling countryside bike course and a spirited run through scenic Forest Park, this event rewards disciplined, focused training. Our 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is built to give serious athletes like you a competitive edge on race day.
Why This Plan Works for the Des Moines Course
✔️ Point-to-Point Swim Strategy
The Connecticut River swim is one of the fastest in North America. Our plan includes technique-driven sessions and current-specific workouts to help you maximize speed in 67°F (19°C) water.
✔️ Hilly Bike Course Prep
Climb with confidence and descend with control. We’ve engineered weekly rides that mimic Des Moines' westbound rural terrain—less technical, more strength endurance.
✔️ Run with Strength and Consistency
Train for rolling hills and finish strong. Our run workouts build your stamina through controlled pacing, hill intervals, and progressive tempo runs to handle Forest Park’s terrain and close hard in the final mile. 🏃♂️
✔️ Race-Day Condition Simulation
You’ll be prepared for average temps of 70°F (21°C), with built-in environmental adaptations to train smarter in real-world conditions.
Inside the Training Plan 🛠️
💥 Phased 36-Week Approach
12-week base phase: Functional strength, technique, aerobic foundation
24-week Half Distance Triathlon-specific build: Focused endurance, intensity, recovery
📆 3:1 Week Structure
Three weeks of training, followed by one week of active recovery for sustainable gains
📊 Progressive Load
Start at 9.5 hours/week and build to 14.5 hours at peak—ideal for experienced amateur triathletes
🔬 Targeted Performance Development
Endurance Aerobic Mile Training
VO2 Max Intervals
Anaerobic Threshold & Power Sprint Training
ATP-PC Power Boosting Sessions
Climbing Acceleration Workouts
You’ve set your sights on the Half Distance Triathlon Des Moines. Let’s make it count.
Commit to your breakthrough. Train smart. Race strong. Finish proud.
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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
|
01:43:00 | 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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01:43:00 | 01:40:00 |
Training Load By Week
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