Ready to Conquer the Half Distance Geelong Triathlon?

Whether you're chasing a new personal best or simply aiming to stay competitive, this 36-week training plan is designed specifically for Senior Triathletes 60+ who want to boost endurance, strength, and speed—without risking burnout.

Tackle Geelong with Confidence
The Half Distance Geelong Triathlon offers a scenic 1.9km swim in Corio Bay, a rolling 90km bike course, and a 21.1km run along the waterfront. Our plan prepares you for each leg with purpose-built training:

Swim – Build swim efficiency with technique-focused sessions, video drills, and heart-rate-based workouts to glide through calm open water.

Bike – Tackle the rolling 90km bike leg with structured workouts targeting power, cadence control, and climbing ability—perfect for varied terrain.

Run – Crush the 21.1km run with VO2 max intervals, brick workouts, and pacing strategies that improve stamina and mental resilience.

What Makes This Plan Ideal for Senior Triathletes 60+
✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Workouts – Syncs seamlessly with Garmin and other devices.
✅ 2:1 Work-to-Recovery Ratio – Supports optimal gains without overtraining.
✅ Strength & Bone Health – Resistance training improves muscle retention and joint support.
✅ Zone 2 Endurance Focus – Enhances cardiovascular durability with smart, low-intensity sessions.
✅ High-Intensity Speed Work – Boosts race-day readiness and top-end fitness.
✅ Neuromuscular Drills – Improves agility, reaction time, and transition skills.
✅ Brick Workouts & Threshold Training – Simulates race conditions for better pacing and performance.

3-Phase Training Structure
🔹 Base (Weeks 1–12): Rebuild aerobic capacity, joint mobility, and swim form.
🔹 Build (Weeks 13–24): Increase intensity with tempo workouts, bricks, and open-water prep.
🔹 Peak (Weeks 25–36): Sharpen speed with threshold intervals and a proper taper.

Time-Efficient, Senior-Focused Training
Begin at just 7.5 hours/week, peaking at 12—ideal for fitting into your lifestyle while maximizing gains.

Total Plan Volume:
💪 Strength: 82 sessions | 59 hrs
🏊 Swim: 135 sessions | 47 hrs
🚴 Bike: 120 sessions | 110 hrs
🏃 Run: 98 sessions | 61 hrs

Train with purpose. Stay strong. Race smart.

This plan empowers Senior Triathletes 60+ to race with confidence and longevity.

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