2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUNCIE - INTERMEDIATE W/ RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUNCIE - INTERMEDIATE W/ RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon in Muncie, Indiana, presents athletes with a well-balanced but demanding course that rewards precision, pacing, and endurance. To succeed here, athletes need more than general fitness—they need structured preparation grounded in course-specific demands. This Six-Month Half Distance Triathlon Intermediate Plan is built to help you execute with confidence across every discipline on race day.
Why This Plan Works for the Muncie Course
✅ Swim-Specific Conditioning for Prairie Creek Reservoir
The 1.2-mile swim in Muncie offers relatively calm conditions and warmer-than-average water (73°F/23°C). Our plan incorporates open-water simulation sets and pace management strategies to help you build comfort in similar temperatures and stay relaxed during the mass start.
✅ Bike Training Aligned with Muncie’s Fast Course Profile
Muncie’s 56-mile out-and-back bike course is flat, fast, and exposed to variable winds. Structured tempo intervals and progressive long rides are included to simulate race-day intensity and enhance your ability to maintain aerodynamic form in sustained efforts.
✅ Run Preparation Built Around Rolling Terrain
The 13.1-mile run features rolling hills on exposed roads. With this in mind, your training includes progressive brick sessions, hill intervals, and heat adaptation workouts designed to prepare you for race-day conditions, which often reach 83°F (28°C).
✅ Training Load Progression
The plan begins with approximately 8 hours per week and peaks around 12 hours, allowing your body to adapt gradually while building deep aerobic durability and muscular endurance.
✅ Advanced Workouts for Experienced Athletes
🏊♂️ Threshold and V02 swim sets for race-speed adaptation
🚴♀️ Structured tempo and big gear intervals to handle wind and speed
🏃♂️ Anaerobic and endurance-focused run workouts tailored for Muncie’s elevation profile
🔁 Integrated brick workouts to simulate triathlon fatigue and boost resilience
This training plan is ideal for athletes with a solid base in Olympic distance racing who are now targeting a performance leap at the Half Distance Triathlon level. Whether your goal is to finish strong or compete for a personal best, the structure and specificity of this plan set the stage for a successful Muncie performance.
💬 You’ll also receive direct email access to your coach for guidance, adjustments, and support as you progress through the training.
🎯 Train with precision. Race with confidence. Conquer Muncie.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
|
02:51:00 | 02:15:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:08:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:15:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:51:00 | 02:15:00 | |
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:15:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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