Prepare to race the Half Distance Triathlon Hawaii along the stunning Kohala Coast with a training plan specifically engineered for triathletes 40+. Whether you're eyeing a personal best or finishing strong in paradise, this 44-week plan is your path to peak performance.
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🏖 Race Overview
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Your race begins at sunrise with a 1.2-mile swim in the crystal-clear waters of Pauoa Bay, located at the luxurious Fairmont Orchid Hotel. After your swim in ~75°F (24°C) water, take on a thrilling bike course that mirrors the World Championship route—rolling hills, expansive lava fields, and 360° island views await. The final leg is a 13.1-mile run around Mauna Lani Golf Course, past lava flows and along scenic Hoohana Road, with an unforgettable finish at Honu Pointe. Expect air temps around 80°F (27°C)—perfect for racing!
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🏆 Why This Training Plan Works for You
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Designed to meet the unique needs of master triathletes, this comprehensive 44-week training plan gives you the tools, structure, and strategy to perform your best on Hawaii’s challenging terrain.
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âś… No Experience? No Problem: Start with a 12-week base phase to build endurance and confidence.
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âś… Injury Prevention for Masters: Strength routines target injury-prone areas and boost performance.
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✅ Device-Compatible: Sync with Garmin, smartwatches & more—track power, heart rate, and RPE effortlessly.
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✅ Proven Periodization: 3 weeks of progressive training, 1 week of recovery—maximize adaptation and results.
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âś… Triathlon-Specific Development: Includes bricks, VO2 max sessions, and transition mastery.
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🔥 Training Phases
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Phase 1: Base Training (12 Weeks)
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🔹 Build from 4 to 10.5 hrs/week
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🔹 Focus on stroke mechanics, bike handling & run efficiency
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Phase 2: Triathlon-Specific (32 Weeks)
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🔥 Ramp up from 8 to 12.5 hrs/week
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🔥 Brick workouts for race-day readiness
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🔥 VO2 max & anaerobic sessions for speed
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🧠Bonus Features for Peak Performance
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âś” Expert swim drills with video guidance
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âś” RPE, HR, & Power-based workouts
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âś” Masters-focused strength program
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âś” Fully integrated with your training tech
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🌺 Ready to race through paradise?
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Take the guesswork out of training and prepare with purpose. This is your moment to rise, perform, and race Hawaii strong.
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👉 Start your elite training today and make your Kohala Coast race unforgettable!
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²™ family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.