🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MELBOURNE - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MELBOURNE - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Taking on your first Half Distance Triathlon in Melbourne? You’re in the right place. Our 36-week Beginner Training Plan is made just for you—no experience needed, just the determination to get started and cross that finish line with pride.
From day one, this plan walks beside you, helping you build confidence in the water, strength on the bike, and steady pacing on the run. You’ll gradually go from “Can I really do this?” to “I can’t believe I did this!”
🏊 Swim Ready for St. Kilda Beach (1.9km)
We’ll help you feel comfortable and capable in open water—even if you’re new to swimming. With easy-to-follow video drills and guided sessions, you’ll glide through the bay toward Catani Gardens ready and confident.
🚴 Bike Strong Along Beach Road (90km)
Melbourne’s scenic Beach Road is flat, fast, and fun—and our plan prepares you to handle every kilometer. You’ll build endurance step-by-step with rides based on effort, not speed, so you learn to pace without pressure.
🏃 Run Confidently Along the Waterfront (21.1km)
Your legs will be ready for the run thanks to smart brick sessions and manageable weekly progressions. The two-lap course along the coast? You’ll enjoy the views—and the feeling of strength as you push toward the finish.
✅ Why This Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan Works for Beginners:
✔️ No experience needed—just your commitment
✔️ 12-week foundation builds fitness without burnout
✔️ 24-week race prep phase adds endurance, open-water skills & strength
✔️ Videos for swim drills & strength exercises—easy to follow
✔️ Builds from 7 to 12 hours/week with recovery weeks to keep you fresh
✔️ 💌 Personalized email support from your coach every step of the way
💬 You don’t have to be fast. You just have to start. This plan makes it possible—and enjoyable—to go from nervous beginner to Half Distance Triathlon finisher.
🎯 Let’s train together for your best race day ever. Your finish line in Melbourne is waiting—and yes, you’re absolutely ready.
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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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