🔥 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MAINE - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MAINE - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Maine: Terrain-Specific, Structured Preparation
The Half Distance Triathlon Maine features a fast, current-assisted 1.2-mile river swim, a hilly 56-mile bike through the Kennebec River Valley, and a mostly flat 13.1-mile run through shaded towns along the river. With water temperatures averaging 69°F (21°C) and race-day air temps around 75°F (24°C), this course presents specific physical demands—strong early pacing, sustained climbing on the bike, and controlled effort on a warm, steady run.
This six-month Beginner Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is designed specifically for athletes targeting events like Maine’s, where terrain, water conditions, and summer heat all play a role in performance.
✅ Course-Specific Preparation: River-current swim sessions, bike interval repeats, and steady-state runs build the skills needed for Maine’s unique course layout.
✅ Aerobic Foundation: Starts with a focus on aerobic conditioning to support efficient energy use across swim, bike, and run legs.
✅ Gradual Progression: Safely introduces VO2 max and threshold sessions to help manage pacing across hilly bike terrain and mild elevation changes on the run.
✅ Swim Technique & Open-Water Prep: Emphasizes open-water skills and sighting drills to prepare for the point-to-point river swim.
✅ Bike Strength & Endurance: Structured intervals target both climbing power and descending control—key for the 3,000+ feet of elevation on race day.
✅ Run Durability: Rolling terrain simulations and tempo work train your ability to hold pace in warm, steady conditions.
✅ Strength Training with Video Guidance*: Two sessions per week to reduce injury risk and improve endurance, especially on hills.
✅ Personalized Coach Support: Direct email access to a coach for questions, pacing advice, or training adjustments.
This is not just a plan—it’s a tool to prepare you for the real demands of the Half Distance Triathlon Maine course. Every session builds toward confident execution on race day.
💡Ready to train with purpose and clarity? Start the plan today and move through each week knowing you're training for Maine’s specific challenges—with support when you need it.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:54:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:27:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:07:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:54:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:27:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:07:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
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