2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ECUADOR - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ECUADOR - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smart for the Half Distance Triathlon in Manta, Ecuador
The Half Distance Triathlon in Manta, Ecuador, is a uniquely beautiful and demanding endurance event that tests your swim, bike, and run skills against coastal conditions and tropical heat. With a warm 1.9km swim in the Pacific Ocean, a flat and fast 90km coastal bike course, and a 21km run through lively city streets under a tropical breeze, this race requires focused, climate-aware preparation.
Our Six-Month Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is specifically designed to prepare you for this kind of race-day experience. Built for intermediate-level athletes, it guides you through a progressive and structured program that builds your endurance, speed, and race-day confidence—while minimizing injury risk.
✅ Race-Specific Swim Training: The plan includes open-water swim simulations and pacing work to prepare you for the rolling start and steady ocean conditions of Manta’s swim leg.
✅ Tempo & Endurance Rides: With a flat, 3-lap bike course in Manta, you’ll benefit from workouts that focus on maintaining high average speed while managing hydration and heat adaptation.
✅ Brick Workouts for Transition Strength: Regular bike-to-run sessions simulate the back-to-back demands of the course’s final stages—building the physical and mental resilience needed for Manta’s two-loop city run.
✅ Heat Acclimatization Strategies: With average race temperatures around 77°F (25°C), the plan integrates sessions that prepare your body to perform in warm, humid conditions.
✅ Targeted Speed & Threshold Work: VO2 max intervals, anaerobic threshold sessions, and long tempo runs ensure you arrive on race day with a strong aerobic base and sharp race execution skills.
✅ Gradual Volume Progression: Beginning at 8 hours per week and progressing to 12, you’ll steadily develop without overtraining—perfect for those balancing life, work, and training.
You don’t have to train alone. This plan includes personalized coach support via email, offering guidance, motivation, and answers to your questions throughout the journey.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
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
x2
|
01:16:00 | 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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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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