🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON PENNSYLVANIA HAPPY VALLEY - BEGINNER - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON PENNSYLVANIA HAPPY VALLEY - BEGINNER - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Welcome to the Half Distance Triathlon in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania—an unforgettable race set in the heart of scenic Bald Eagle State Park. Your journey begins with a 1.2-mile swim in the calm, clean waters of Foster Joseph Sayers Lake (avg. 76°F / 24°C), followed by a 56-mile bike ride across the rolling terrain of Happy Valley, featuring climbs over Hublers Ridge and Pleasant Gap. Enjoy sweeping views of farmland before descending toward Penn State University.
The race finishes with a 13.1-mile run weaving through Penn State’s iconic campus, past landmarks like Old Main and the Nittany Lion Shrine, and culminates with a dramatic finish at the 50-yard line of Beaver Stadium (avg. air temp 78°F / 26°C).
🏁 Why This 36-Week Beginner Training Plan Works for You
Our 36-week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is built specifically for athletes targeting success at the Pennsylvania – Happy Valley course. Whether you're new to triathlon or returning after time away, this plan will prepare your body and mind to perform your best on race day.
✔️ Phased Progression:
• 12-week foundation phase to build base endurance, technique, and form
• 24-week Half Distance Triathlon build phase focused on race-specific skills
✔️ Smart Structure, Real Results:
• Starts with 7 hours/week and progresses to 12 hours/week
• Workouts based on RPE and heart rate for efficient training intensity
• Integrated brick sessions to sharpen transitions and stamina
✔️ Technique Support:
• 🏊♂️ Video-guided swim drills for confident open-water performance
• 🏋️♀️ Strength training with easy-to-follow form instructions
• 🚴 Bike and run sessions tailored to hilly terrain like Happy Valley
✔️ Designed for Beginners:
No experience or minimum mileage required—just motivation and a goal.
🎯 If you're serious about crossing the finish line at Beaver Stadium strong and prepared, this is the plan built for you.
👉 Start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today and train with purpose toward your Happy Valley finish line.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:27:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:46:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
01:20:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:27:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:46:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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