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🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CAIRNS AUSTRALIA - ADVANCED W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CAIRNS AUSTRALIA - ADVANCED 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

Train Smart, Race Strong: Your Path to Conquering the Half Distance Triathlon Cairns Starts Here ๐Ÿ๏ธ

The Half Distance Triathlon Cairns is more than just a race โ€” itโ€™s an unforgettable journey through tropical beauty and athletic challenge. From the calm waters of Palm Cove, to the breathtaking bike ride along the Captain Cook Highway, and a vibrant run on the Cairns Esplanade, this course is built for speed and scenery. But to thrive on race day, you need more than grit โ€” you need a proven training strategy. Thatโ€™s where our Advanced 44-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan comes in.

Why This Plan Works for the Cairns Course
โœ… Swim Ready for Palm Cove: Train for the 1.9km swim in 73ยฐF (23ยฐC) conditions with targeted technique and endurance sessions designed for open-water efficiency and comfort near shore.

โœ… Crush the 90km Scenic Bike Course: Prepare for the rolling terrain and ocean winds of the Captain Cook Highway with specific strength, tempo, and long-ride workouts โ€” so you can power through Rex Lookout and back strong to T2 at Fogarty Park.

โœ… Run Strong on the Esplanade: The 21.1km flat, two-lap run demands pacing, mental focus, and hydration strategy. Our plan builds speed, stamina, and race-day execution so you finish strong in Cairnsโ€™ 79ยฐF (26ยฐC) tropical climate.

What You Get with the 44-Week Program
๐Ÿ”ฅ 12-Week Base Phase โ€“ Perfect for athletes starting from scratch. Build endurance and form with no prior base mileage required.

๐Ÿ“† 32-Week Progressive Build โ€“ Structured in 3 weeks of build followed by 1 week of active recovery, peaking at 14 training hours per week in week 39. Smart, sustainable, and performance-driven.

๐Ÿ’ช Strength & Mobility Focus โ€“ Functional strength transitions into conventional gym work to ensure you're durable and race-ready.

๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Full-Spectrum Training โ€“ Includes aerobic base, VO2 max, anaerobic threshold, and sprint power (ATP-PC) development โ€” essential to peak on race day.

๐ŸŽฏ Built for Amateur Advanced Athletes โ€“ Youโ€™ve raced before, and now you're ready to level up. This plan meets you there and pushes you further.

Ready to turn your Half Distance Triathlon Cairns goals into reality?

๐Ÿ‘‰ Commit to your training today and race stronger, faster, and more confident than ever.


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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:21:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
03:43:00 02:35:00
Strength x2
02:04:00 01:00:00
Run x2
01:50:00 01:40:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:21:00 01:15:00
Bike
03:43:00 02:35:00
Strength
02:04:00 01:00:00
Run
01:50:00 01:40:00

Training Load By Week


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  • Power Meter
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  • GPS

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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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