🚴2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CARTAGENA - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CARTAGENA - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon Cartagena Colombia offers an unforgettable race experience: a calm Caribbean swim, a fast and scenic bike ride along the coast, and a beautiful run through the historic Old City. This 44-week beginner Half Distance Triathlon training plan is designed to guide first-time triathletes with confidence, structure, and expert support — every step of the way.
🏊♂️ Swim – Calm, Warm Waters of Bahía de las Ánimas
✔️ Easy-to-follow swim drills with video instruction
✔️ Gradual build-up to 1.9 km distance
✔️ Focus on comfort, breathing, and technique in warm water
🚴♀️ Bike – Fast, Flat Ride Along the Vía al Mar
✔️ Introductory bike sessions build stamina
✔️ Heart-rate & effort-based rides to manage pacing
✔️ Long weekend rides simulate Cartagena’s flat terrain
🏃♂️ Run – Through Cartagena’s Old City
✔️ Walk/jog intervals progress into longer steady runs
✔️ Brick workouts prepare you to run off the bike
✔️ Tips for running in tropical heat and staying hydrated
🎯 Strategic “B” and “C” Race Prep
Practice races — like local sprint or Olympic-distance events — are built into your schedule. They help you gain confidence with pacing, fueling, and transitions before race day in Cartagena.
📅 Simple, Supportive Progression
You’ll begin with 12 weeks of base conditioning, followed by 32 weeks of race-focused training. Week 13 starts at 9.5 hours of training and builds up to 14 hours by week 39 — just in time for your first big finish.
💡 You’ll Also Get:
✅ Personalized email support from expert coaches
✅ Swim, bike & run sessions guided by effort and heart rate
✅ Strength training made for first-timers
✅ Clear, supportive structure every week
👉 Ready to train for your first Half Distance Triathlon? Let’s make Cartagena your starting line.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:40:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:40:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:54:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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