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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON RIO DE JANEIRO - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🏆 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON RIO DE JANEIRO - INTERMEDIATE W/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 for the Half Distance Triathlon in Rio de Janeiro

Whether it’s the calm waters of Copacabana Beach, the scenic bike laps along Avenida Atlântica, or the sun-drenched run through Aterro do Flamengo, our 44-week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan gives you every tool to thrive on race day.

This comprehensive plan is strategically built to prepare you for the exact challenges you’ll face in Rio:

🏊‍♂️ Swim Ready for Copacabana
✔️ Begin with base swim fitness and progress to open water swim prep—perfect for the calm but technical 1,900-meter ocean course.
✔️ Includes drills, form-focused video instruction, and ocean-specific pacing strategies.

🚴 Conquer the Avenida Atlântica Ride
✔️ Three flat laps? Our heart rate and power-based bike workouts will build steady speed and control for Rio’s fast, flat 90km route.
✔️ Specific brick sessions sharpen your bike-to-run transitions for top performance.

🏃 Heat-Tested Run Training
✔️ Expect 80°F (27°C) race-day temps? Our progressive long runs, tempo intervals, and run off the bike sessions prepare your body for the heat and three-lap run at Aterro do Flamengo.
✔️ Train with purpose using VO2 intervals and anaerobic threshold workouts.

🏋️ Build Complete Athleticism
✔️ Strength training modules target triathlon-specific muscle groups.
✔️ Technique-focused phases elevate form, prevent injury, and boost resilience.

📩 Personalized Coaching Support
✔️ Get expert guidance with one-on-one email coach support included throughout your plan. Ask questions, get answers, and stay accountable.

🚀 From Week 1’s 9-hour build to a 14-hour peak, this plan grows with you—no base fitness needed to start. Designed for Intermediate triathletes who are serious about crossing that finish line strong in Rio.

✅ Proven structure
✅ Race-specific prep
✅ Heat-adaptive workouts
✅ Strength & mobility sessions
✅ Personal email support

Make the Half Distance Triathlon in Rio de Janeiro your best race yet. Start training with confidence and purpose today—your breakthrough race is waiting.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:22:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
02:40:00 02:15:00
Run x3
01:58:00 01:40:00
Strength x2
01:29:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:22:00 01:15:00
Bike
02:40:00 02:15:00
Run
01:58:00 01:40:00
Strength
01:29:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


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  • GPS

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Paul M Johnson

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