Set against the backdrop of Northern Idaho's rugged beauty, the Half Distance Triathlon Coeur d’Alene is as demanding as it is breathtaking. With a 1.2-mile swim in the crisp, clear waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene, a 56-mile bike featuring 2,644 ft of climbing through hilly terrain, and a rolling 13.1-mile two-loop run, this race rewards preparation—and punishes the unprepared.
Our Intermediate 24-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is specifically designed to prepare you for these exact conditions. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or an Age Group podium, this plan is your blueprint for success.
✅ Course-Specific Preparation:
Build open-water swim confidence for the 68°F lake start
Conquer bike hills with progressive power-based cycling
Sharpen endurance for Coeur d’Alene’s rolling run terrain
✅ Scientifically Structured Training:
3:1 training ratio—3 weeks focused effort, 1 week recovery
Starts at 7 hrs/week, peaking around 12 hrs for optimal adaptation
Heart rate and power-based sessions for precision training
✅ Integrated Strength & Skill Work:
Video-guided strength routines tailored for triathletes 🏋️
Technique-focused swim drills to improve form and efficiency 🏊
Brick workouts that build endurance across disciplines 🚴♂️🏃♂️
✅ Smart Tracking & Easy Integration:
Syncs with Garmin and other platforms
RPE/Heart Rate/Power interval sessions designed for measurable progress
✅ Personalized Support:
Your journey is supported with direct email access to a coach who can help adjust, motivate, and answer questions throughout the plan
You're not just training for a race—you’re building toward a defining moment in Coeur d’Alene. Let’s make every mile count and ensure you arrive at that start line confident, strong, and fully prepared.
🎯 Take the next step toward your Half Distance Triathlon goals. Invest in your training today and unlock the strength, strategy, and support needed to succeed on race day.
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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.