🔥 2025 HALF DIST CARTAGENA BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2025 HALF DIST CARTAGENA BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Cartagena: Race Overview,
Swim Course – 1.2 Miles (1.9 km)
Athletes dive into the protected waters of Bahía de las Ánimas, enjoying calm Caribbean conditions with water temperatures around 80°F (28°C). Spectators can watch from the Convention Center, boardwalks, and city walls, creating an energetic atmosphere.
Bike Course – 56 Miles (90 km)
The fast and mostly flat bike course starts from the Cartagena Convention Center, passing through the historic Clock Tower and onto the Vía al Mar toward Barranquilla. Expect stunning coastal views, beaches, and mangroves, with opportunities for high-speed cycling.
Run Course – 13.1 Miles (21 km)
The two-loop run course winds through Cartagena’s Old City, featuring breathtaking Caribbean Sea views and colonial architecture. Athletes will run past colorful streets, historic landmarks, and finish at the iconic Torre del Reloj, experiencing the energy of roaring spectators.
36WK Beginner Training Plan for Half DIST Success
Embark on your journey to Half DIST success with our comprehensive 36-week beginner training plan. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned athlete, our program is tailored to suit your needs. No prior experience or minimum mileage required – just the passion to push your limits and achieve greatness!
Our program kicks off with a dynamic 12-week foundational phase, meticulously designed to build your strength, endurance, and refine your swim techniques. Dive into instructional video swimming drills, ensuring you glide through the water with confidence. With structured Run/Jog and Bike sessions based on RPE/Heart Rate, you'll harness the power of targeted training intensity, setting the stage for your Half IRON triumph.
Transition seamlessly into the specialized Half IRON training phase, spanning 24 weeks of exhilarating challenges and monumental growth. Starting with 7 hours of training in the first week, gradually escalate to a maximum of 12 hours weekly. Embrace endurance-building exercises, delve into tempo training, and conquer open-water swimming like a pro. Our meticulously crafted plan introduces progressive brick workouts, seamlessly blending disciplines for optimal performance.
For the novice triathlete, we've integrated strength sessions with detailed video instructions, ensuring you master every move with precision. From proper form to technique refinement, we've got you covered every step of the way.
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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
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 |
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 | |
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
01:46:00 | 01:40:00 | |
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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