🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON TOURS FRANCE - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON TOURS FRANCE - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole – Loire Valley, France
🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️ Swim, Bike, Run Through History
Train Smart. Race Confidently. Finish Strong.
Crush the Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole – Loire Valley with our 36-week Beginner Training Plan, designed specifically for first-timers and developing athletes who want to cross the finish line feeling strong and proud.
🌟 Why this course stands out:
Swim 1.9 km in the calm, scenic River Cher, averaging 66°F (19°C) – perfect for beginner swimmers.
Bike 90 km past breathtaking Loire Valley castles, including the fairytale-like Château d'Ussé.
Run 21.1 km along the serene Cher River and through Balzac Park – an inspiring, flat, two-loop course ideal for a steady pace to the finish line.
🏆 Why our 36-Week Training Plan Works for This Race:
✅ No experience required – built for true beginners with a gradual and supportive structure
✅ 12-week base phase to build endurance, aerobic strength, and proper swim technique with video-based drills
✅ 24-week race-specific phase focusing on pacing, brick workouts, open-water confidence, and race-day simulations
✅ Train by effort or heart rate – learn how to listen to your body and train smart
✅ Strength training included – improve power and injury resistance with easy-to-follow videos
✅ Progressive weekly volume – starting at just 7 hours/week, peaking at 12 hours for optimal Half Distance Triathlon readiness
✅ Real-world strategies – tempo sessions, fueling guidance, and recovery routines for peak race-day performance
🎯 Whether you're aiming to complete your first Half Distance Triathlon or build lifelong fitness habits, this plan delivers results – without overwhelming your schedule.
💬 Ready to turn your dream into a finish line reality?
Step into your race season with confidence. Get your Tours Métropole – Loire Valley 36-Week Beginner Training Plan today and take the first step toward your strongest finish yet. 💪🏽
👉 Your journey starts now – let’s train smart and race strong together.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
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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