Get ready to race through one of the most scenic and historic triathlons in the Netherlands—the Half Distance Triathlon Westfriesland in Hoorn. From the city’s iconic harbor swim to countryside bike rides past Dutch windmills and a final run through cobbled streets lined with monumental architecture, this course is truly unforgettable.
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Our Advanced 44-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is crafted for amateur advanced athletes like you who are ready to go beyond ordinary and race their best in Westfriesland.
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✅ Built from the Ground Up
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No experience? No problem. The plan begins with a 12-week base phase to safely build aerobic endurance, strength, and durability—essential for first-timers or those returning to training.
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📈 32 Weeks of Specialized, Science-Backed Training
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✔️ Structured 3:1 periodization (3 weeks build, 1 week recovery)
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✔️ Peak training volume: 14 hours in week 39
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✔️ Start strong with just 9.5 hours/week
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🏋️♂️ Strength and Performance Focused
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Functional strength workouts transition into race-specific power phases. Swim drills sharpen open-water technique. The plan also includes:
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🏊♀️ Swim endurance & pacing work
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🚴♂️ Bike intervals, threshold sessions, and long rides that simulate Dutch terrain
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🏃♀️ Run training that builds speed, stamina, and mental toughness for the cobblestone finish
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🔬 Train Smarter, Not Harder
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This isn’t just another generic plan. You’ll train across all energy systems:
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✅ Endurance Base & Aerobic Conditioning
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✅ VO2 Max Development
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✅ Anaerobic Threshold & Power
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✅ ATP-PC System for explosive strength
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🌍 Designed for the Course - You’ll be fully prepared for:
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A 1.9 km harbor swim with city views and 63°F water
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A 90 km countryside bike ride through windmill-dotted landscapes
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A 21.1 km historic city run, finishing at the beachside Stadsstrand
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🏁 Race day success starts now. Invest in your performance with the 44-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan—tailored specifically for Westfriesland.
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👉 Train with purpose. Train with a plan. Start today.
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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.