🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE CHATTANOOGA - SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE CHATTANOOGA - SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Length
44 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon in Chattanooga offers a unique and scenic challenge: a 1.2-mile swim in the Tennessee River, a rolling 56-mile bike through North Georgia, and a 13.1-mile run through Chattanooga’s vibrant downtown. With landmarks like Lookout Mountain, Veterans Bridge, and Riverfront Parkway lining your course, your race deserves a training plan just as epic.
That’s why we’ve created this 44-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan, tailored specifically for senior triathletes aged 60 and over. Whether you’re new to endurance sports or a returning athlete, this plan is designed to help you arrive at Ross’s Landing confident, strong, and race-ready.
Why This Training Plan Works for You:
✅ Age-Smart Periodization: Our 2:1 build-to-recovery cycles are structured to support recovery and prevent burnout—perfect for the 60+ athlete.
✅ Foundation First: A 12-week base phase focuses on strength, mobility, and aerobic fitness before building into race-specific work.
✅ Safe Endurance Gains: Long Zone 2/3 efforts develop cardiovascular fitness without overtaxing your joints or energy systems.
✅ Speed with Safety: VO2 max intervals and neuromuscular drills are included to maintain speed and sharpen reaction time.
✅ Strength that Supports Longevity: 98 dedicated sessions target bone density, balance, and muscle maintenance.
✅ Fully Integrated: Compatible with Garmin, smartwatches, and platforms that track heart rate, power, and RPE—no guesswork, just guided progress.
✅ Senior-Focused Design: Programming considers joint care, sleep recovery, and flexibility specific to athletes over 60.
Weekly Breakdown:
🏊♂️ Swim: 168 sessions | 61 hrs
🚴♂️ Bike: 151 sessions | 143 hrs
🏃♂️ Run: 121 sessions | 76 hrs
🏋️ Strength: 98 sessions | 70 hrs
What You’ll Experience:
Smooth transitions with targeted brick workouts
Greater energy and resilience across all three disciplines
Confidence navigating Chattanooga’s river currents, scenic climbs, and urban run course
Now is your time. - You’re not slowing down—you’re racing smarter.
🎯 Take the next step toward your strongest Half Distance Triathlon in Chattanooga.
Train with purpose. Race with pride. Finish with power.
Explore More Chattanooga Options
Have questions? Need help in selecting a plan? Reach out through our contact page
UNLOCK MORE SENIOR 60+ TRAINING PATHS
Navigate Our Entire Training Plan Catalog
*Muscle and Motion App Required
How it Works
Load Your Plan
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Workout and Analyze
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Track Your Progress
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:26:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:42:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
02:26:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
|
01:20:00 | 01:00:00 | |
|
|
01:42:00 | 02:00:00 | |
|
|
01:29:00 | 01:00:00 | |
|
|
—— | —— |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.
Still have questions about this plan?
Bundle Premium—
Save 20%
Premium unlocks smarter training with advanced analytics, TrainingPeaks Virtual, and Structured Strength to give you deeper insights and data-backed results.
$107.99 USD for the first year, billed yearly.