🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON PENNSYLVANIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON PENNSYLVANIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
🏞 Half Distance Triathlon Pennsylvania – HAPPY VALLEY
Train with Purpose. Race with Confidence.
Prepare to experience the Half Distance Triathlon in Pennsylvania like never before—set in the breathtaking landscape of Bald Eagle State Park. The course begins with a 1.2-mile swim in the tranquil Foster Joseph Sayers Lake (avg. temp 76°F/24°C), followed by a scenic 56-mile bike ride across Hublers Ridge, Pleasant Gap, and Happy Valley farmland. Then lace up for a 13.1-mile run through the iconic Penn State campus, past Old Main and the Nittany Lion Shrine, finishing at the legendary Beaver Stadium (avg. air temp 78°F/26°C).
This isn’t just a race. It’s a chance to prove to yourself what you're capable of—and the 36-week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is your trusted roadmap.
✅ Why This Training Plan Works for You:
✅ 12-Week Foundation Phase
Build base endurance, refine swim technique, and gain functional strength—all while preparing your body to train smarter.
✅ VO2 and Threshold Focus
Develop speed, power, and race-day durability with integrated interval sessions that improve aerobic and anaerobic capacity.
✅ Structured Weekly Progression
Begin with 7 hours per week in Phase 2, peaking at 12.5 hours. Balanced volume allows for recovery and peak adaptation.
✅ Race-Specific Workouts
🏊 Open water simulation, 🧱 brick sessions, and 🛣️ rolling hill rides mimic the exact demands of Happy Valley’s terrain.
✅ Science-Backed Strength Routines
Designed to enhance resilience and support your performance through every phase.
✅ Instructional Videos + Expert Support
Visual guidance for swim drills, strength moves, and interval sessions ensures clarity and confidence with each workout.
🎯 Built for the Intermediate Triathlete
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or taking on Happy Valley for the first time, this plan provides the structure, strategy, and motivation to get there.
🔥 Make the Commitment Today
You’ve set the goal. Now train with purpose. Equip yourself with the Half Distance Triathlon Pennsylvania – HAPPY VALLEY Training Plan and show up race-ready.
👉 Start your journey today—and race Happy Valley with strength, strategy, and confidence.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:19:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:29:00 | 02:25:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:49:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:34:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:19:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:29:00 | 02:25:00 | |
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01:49:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:34:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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