💪 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE NORTH CAROLINA - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
💪 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE NORTH CAROLINA - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
You’re not here to finish — you’re here to compete. The Half Distance Triathlon North Carolina demands more than casual effort — it demands speed through the tide-assisted swim at Wrightsville Beach, relentless power across 56 flat, fast bike miles, and mental toughness to surge through a crowd-fueled 13.1-mile run along the Cape Fear River and into the historic finish near the USS North Carolina.
This isn’t a plan for beginners.
This is for the athlete who’s already built the base — 8 to 10 hours of consistent training per week, with a strong foundation in endurance and strength.
The 6-Month Advanced Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan starts at 9.5 hours/week and peaks at 14. Every session has a purpose. Every week builds toward peak performance. You don’t need fluff — you need results.
Here’s how elite athletes train for a top-tier performance at the Half Distance Triathlon North Carolina:
✅ Course-Specific Swim Dominance
🏊♂️ Train for speed and control in moving water. You’ll hit the Wrightsville Beach saltwater channel confident and fast — taking full advantage of the current to put time into your competition from the gun.
✅ Peak Bike Power for a Fast, Flat Course
🚴♂️ We build sustained race-pace strength with long intervals, VO2 max sets, and power-focused rides that replicate the rural roads and smooth transitions of the 56-mile bike course.
✅ Run Strong When Others Fade
🏃♂️ With lactate threshold workouts and strategic pacing, you'll be ready to attack the run course — through the energy of downtown Wilmington and across the finish line with nothing left.
✅ Relentless Speed & Grit
💥 Anaerobic intervals. Sprint power. Threshold mastery. Every zone is trained with precision — because average doesn’t get you top age group finishes.
✅ Progressive Structure for Maximum Gains
Built to push you beyond your comfort zone — without sacrificing recovery. This plan is calibrated for athletes who want to race hard and finish faster than ever.
💬 And when the grind gets real? You’ve got direct email coach support — personalized guidance to keep you focused, on track, and dialed in.
If you're serious about performing at your absolute best at the Half Distance Triathlon North Carolina, this is your edge.
🎯 Start your plan today — and train like the competitor you are.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:19:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:06:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
04:01:00 | 02:35:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:36:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
01:19:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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|
02:06:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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04:01:00 | 02:35:00 | |
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01:36:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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