🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - BEGINNER W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Musselman Half Distance Triathlon in Geneva, New York, features a 1.2-mile swim in the calm, clear waters of Seneca Lake, a 56-mile rolling bike ride between the lake valleys, and a two-loop, 13.1-mile run through historic Hobart and William Smith College, this race demands physical preparation and mental readiness.
Our 44-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is designed specifically to meet the needs of athletes tackling events like Musselman. Tailored to build strength, endurance, and race-day confidence, this plan supports both performance and injury prevention through a clear, structured approach.
Why This Plan Works for Musselman:
✅ 12-Week Base Phase: Athletes begin with strength, conditioning, and technique-focused workouts. Early swim sessions build comfort in open water—key for navigating Seneca Lake’s early-morning conditions.
✅ 32-Week Race-Specific Training: Progressively longer bike and run workouts mirror Musselman's rolling terrain. Focused hill work prepares you for the bike course’s climb to Cayuga Lake and the technical descent back.
✅ VO2 and Threshold Training: You’ll improve power and pace efficiency—critical for holding form on the course’s undulating roads and late-race fatigue during the final run along the lake.
✅ Weather-Adapted Workouts: With average race temps around 70°F (21°C), heat management and hydration strategy are built into the plan, ensuring your body is primed for race-day demands.
✅ Complete Workout Structure:
🎥 Technique-led swim drills
🚴 Bike sessions using RPE and heart rate
🏃♂️ Run workouts designed for endurance and pacing
💪 Strength training built for first-time Half Distance Triathlon athletes
From Week 13 onward, training begins at 9.5 hours and peaks at 14 hours per week by Week 39. This progressive load supports peak performance without overwhelming your schedule.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:38:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:38:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:54:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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