🔥36WK HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON TRAINING SENIOR TRIATHLETES 60+ W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥36WK HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON TRAINING SENIOR TRIATHLETES 60+ W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon 36-Week Training Plan for Senior Triathletes 60+
Train Smarter. Stay Strong. Race Confident.
Are you a Senior Triathlete 60+ ready to go beyond Sprint and Olympic distances? This 36-week Half Distance Triathlon plan is expertly crafted for experienced athletes who want to maintain strength, boost endurance, and stay competitive—without overtraining.
No Base Fitness? No Problem.
Whether you're coming back from a training break or starting fresh after 90 days off, this plan begins with a 12-week base-building phase to reestablish cardiovascular fitness, joint mobility, and muscular endurance. You'll then transition into a structured 24-week program designed to improve speed, stamina, and race performance.
Why Senior Triathletes Love This Plan
✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Workouts – Easily syncs with Garmin and other smart devices.
✅ Periodized Programming (2:1 Work-to-Recovery) – Smart scheduling that supports optimal progress while preventing burnout.
✅ Strength & Bone Health – Includes resistance training to preserve bone density and prevent muscle loss.
✅ Smart Endurance Training – Focuses on low-intensity aerobic work (Zone 2/3) to build cardiovascular durability.
✅ VO2 Max & Speed Work – Strategic high-intensity intervals to maintain top-end fitness.
✅ Neuromuscular Activation – Drills to sharpen coordination, transition speed, and reaction time.
✅ Integrated Swim Sessions with Video Drills – No printouts—everything is device-ready.
✅ Brick Workouts & Threshold Training – Mimics race conditions to maximize efficiency and performance.
Your Training Journey, Phase by Phase
🔹 Base Phase (Weeks 1–12): Functional strength, aerobic development, swim technique.
🔹 Build Phase (Weeks 13–24): Tempo efforts, open-water swim skills, structured bricks.
🔹 Peak Phase (Weeks 25–36): Threshold intervals, track sessions, race-specific sharpening.
Time-Efficient, Senior-Focused Training
Start with just 7.5 hours/week and gradually build to 12 hours/week—designed to maximize fitness gains without overwhelming your schedule.
Full 36-Week Training Summary
💪 Strength Training: 82 sessions | 59:05 hrs
🏊 Swim Training: 135 sessions | 47:19 hrs
🚴 Bike Training: 120 sessions | 109:45 hrs
🏃 Run Training: 98 sessions | 60:45 hrs
Train With Purpose. Race With Confidence.
This science-driven plan is tailored to help Senior Triathletes 60+ stay strong, fast, and healthy while preparing for a Half Distance Triathlon. No fluff—just effective training to help you perform at your best.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 00:50:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:34:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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02:17:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:18:00 | 00:50:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:34:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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- Heart Rate Monitor
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