🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ECUADOR - BEGINNER PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ECUADOR - BEGINNER PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon in Manta, Ecuador, set in the coastal province of Manabí, offers athletes a uniquely scenic and demanding experience. The race opens with a 1.9km swim in the Pacific Ocean’s clear, warm waters (78°F/26°C), followed by a flat, fast 90km bike course along Manta’s oceanfront roads. The final 21km run features two loops through the city, energized by coastal breezes and community support. With average race-day temperatures around 77°F (25°C), success here requires a well-rounded, climate-adapted strategy.
Our 36-week Beginner Training Plan for Half Distance Triathlon is designed to prepare you—physically, mentally, and logistically—for this exact challenge. You’ll build strength, efficiency, and race-day confidence while reducing injury risk through progressive, structured training that adapts to your current fitness level.
✔ Structured Phases for Long-Term Success
12-week foundation phase: Develop aerobic endurance, swim technique, and functional strength with guided video workouts and targeted heart rate sessions.
24-week Half Distance-specific phase: Gradually build from 7 to 12 hours of weekly training, including brick workouts, tempo rides, and open-water swim practice to mimic Manta’s race conditions.
✔ Tailored to Race Terrain and Climate
Flat terrain bike and run sessions align with Manta’s fast course, emphasizing pacing and sustained effort.
Warm-weather training strategies help you acclimate to Ecuador’s coastal heat and humidity.
✔ Precision Coaching Support
Personalized email support gives you direct access to coaching feedback, helping you adapt your training as needed.
Heart rate and RPE-based plans ensure every workout meets your individual needs.
✔ Confidence Through Consistency
Injury-prevention strength training is built in, supported by detailed instructional videos*.
Each workout progresses gradually—ideal for beginners or returning athletes.
This isn’t just a plan—it’s your roadmap to showing up in Manta fully prepared and race-ready.
Commit to your goal today. Purchase the 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan and get the support, structure, and coaching guidance you need to succeed in Ecuador.
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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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