Are you ready to take on the Half Distance Triathlon Westfriesland — a stunning race through the historic city of Hoorn, featuring a 1.9 km swim in the old harbor, a scenic 90 km bike ride past iconic Dutch windmills and charming towns, and a 21.1 km run through the heart of Hoorn’s rich heritage? This event demands endurance, strength, and strategy, and our specialized 36-week training plan is designed to guide you every step of the way.
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🔥 Why This Training Plan Is Your Ultimate Ally
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This 36-week Intermediate Half Distance Triathlon training plan is thoughtfully crafted to elevate your performance, no matter your current fitness level. Starting with a solid 12-week foundation, it builds your endurance base gradually and safely, ensuring you’re ready to handle the unique challenges of Westfriesland’s courses.
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💪 From day one, strength training is integrated to build resilience and prevent injury, while swim technique drills refine your efficiency in the 17°C (63°F) harbor waters. By week 7, V02 Interval Training kicks in to boost your cardiovascular capacity, preparing you for the race’s demanding segments.
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🌊 Transition smoothly into the 24-week race-specific phase, with training hours increasing from 7 to 12.5 weekly. Expect targeted sessions focusing on endurance, tempo pacing, open water swimming skills, and brick workouts that replicate race conditions — all optimized to help you navigate Westfriesland’s historic city center run route and countryside bike course with ease.
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🏅 You’ll also receive expert video guides for swimming drills, interval bike and run workouts tailored by heart rate and power metrics, plus strength routines tailored specifically for intermediate triathletes aiming for their best race day yet.
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✅ Swim Course: 1.9 km in the picturesque old harbor with beautiful city views
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✅ Bike Course: 90 km through the Dutch countryside, past iconic windmills and quaint towns
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✅ Run Course: 21.1 km through Hoorn’s historic city center, finishing at the authentic city beach (Stadsstrand)
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✅ Average Race Day Temps: Water at 63°F (17°C), air at 68°F (20°C) — perfectly temperate for peak performance
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👉 Start your journey today — invest in the training plan that will transform your Half Distance Triathlon Westfriesland experience and bring your race day goals within reach
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²™ family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.