🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Musselman Half Distance Triathlon in Geneva, New York, invites you to tackle a uniquely scenic and strategic course through the Finger Lakes region. To succeed, you’ll need more than motivation—you’ll need a plan that prepares you for every detail of race day.
The 1.2-mile swim unfolds in the calm, sun-sheltered waters of Seneca Lake, where water temps average a refreshing 72°F (22°C). From there, the 56-mile bike course challenges you with rolling rural roads and climbs out toward Cayuga Lake, followed by a fast, controlled descent back to the lake. The 13.1-mile run leads you along a two-loop path beside Seneca Lake and through the Hobart and William Smith College campus. With average air temperatures around 70°F (21°C), the run is both scenic and manageable—but only with the right conditioning.
🎯 That’s where the 36-Week Advanced Training Blueprint for Half Distance Triathlon comes in. Designed for amateur advanced athletes, this comprehensive plan delivers structured preparation aligned with Musselman’s course demands.
✅ Phase 1: 12-Week Foundation Build
Focuses on core stability and functional strength while gradually increasing endurance—ideal for building durability and reducing injury risk early on.
✅ Phase 2: 24-Week Half Distance Focus
Structured using a 3:1 training rhythm—three weeks of progressive work followed by one recovery week—this phase begins with a manageable 9.5-hour week and peaks at 14.5 hours. It mimics the physical stress of rolling bike terrain and the steady-state focus needed for the run.
🏊♂️ Swim Training: Emphasizes open water skills and technique—perfect for navigating Seneca Lake’s clarity and sightlines.
🚴♀️ Bike Training: Includes power interval training and climbing acceleration sessions, designed for the course’s mid-race elevation gain and fast descents.
🏃♂️ Run Training: Builds aerobic capacity and fatigue resistance through tempo runs and threshold workouts tailored for a two-loop format.
✨ Additional Performance Benefits:
✅ Build endurance and confidence over time
✅ Reduce injury risk through progressive overload
✅ Develop power, speed, and mental resilience for race-day execution
Ready to race Musselman with purpose and precision?
👉 Start your journey with our 36-Week Advanced Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan—complete with personalized email coach support. Let’s prepare smarter, train harder, and race stronger.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
03:27:00 | 02:35:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
02:08:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:43:00 | 01:40:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:18:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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03:27:00 | 02:35:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 01:40:00 |
Training Load By Week
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