If you’re targeting the Half Distance Triathlon in Wisconsin, this training plan is your strategic roadmap to success. From the one-loop swim in Lake Monona to the scenic but demanding Madison hills and the Capitol finish line, this 36-week plan prepares you to conquer every mile with strength, confidence, and control.
🏊♂️ Swim Smart in Lake Monona
You’ll be ready for the 1.2-mile swim thanks to focused open water swim sets, buoy-sighting drills, and pacing strategies built into your weekly schedule. With average water temps around 75°F and a rolling start, the plan ensures you’re relaxed and race-day ready.
🚴♀️ Crush the Madison Hills
With over 2,000 feet of elevation gain on the bike course, you need more than just saddle time—you need strength and stamina. This plan includes progressive intervals, tempo rides, and brick workouts that simulate the Wisconsin terrain. You’ll gain the resilience to climb with confidence and the endurance to hold strong through the final miles.
🏃♂️ Run Strong to the Capitol Finish
Downtown Madison’s rolling 13.1-mile run demands a steady pace and mental toughness. Our interval-based run workouts, threshold sessions, and strategic long runs are designed to prepare your legs and lungs for that final push to the Capitol.
✅ Here’s how this plan sets you apart:
✔️ 12-week base phase builds rock-solid endurance
✔️ Early strength training to boost performance and prevent injury
✔️ Structured V02 max & tempo sessions to increase speed and power
✔️ Detailed swim, bike & run workouts based on Heart Rate or Power
✔️ Brick workouts & race simulations to sharpen your race-day execution
✔️ Open water swim prep and sighting drills tailored for Lake Monona
✔️ 🧠 Backed by coaching support—get personalized email guidance from experienced triathlon coaches
✔️ 🎥 Includes video tutorials for swim drills, strength routines* & interval sessions
Whether it’s your first Half Distance Triathlon or your fastest, this plan is your path to peak performance on race day.
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²® family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.