MASTERS 40+ HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (HAWAII - KOHALA COAST 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
MASTERS 40+ HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (HAWAII - KOHALA COAST 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
🏝️ Get ready for one of the world’s most breathtaking races: the Half Distance Triathlon Hawaii on the legendary Kohala Coast. Your journey begins at sunrise in the clear, turquoise waters of Pauoa Bay, nestled within the luxurious Fairmont Orchid Resort. Enjoy a 1.2-mile swim in the calm Pacific Ocean, where water temperatures hover around a perfect 75°F (24°C).
Transition into a scenic and challenging bike course that traces the historic Full Distance World Championship route, winding through lava fields, rolling hills, and sweeping 360° island views. The 56-mile ride finishes back at the Fairmont, setting the stage for a spectacular run.
The 13.1-mile run features two loops around the Mauna Lani Golf Course, through striking black lava fields and along Hoohana Road, culminating at the epic finish at Honu Pointe. Expect race-day air temps around 80°F (27°C)—ideal for performance.
🏆 Why This Training Plan Sets You Up for Success
The 36-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is built for Masters athletes 40+ who want to train smarter, avoid burnout, and peak perfectly for Hawaii’s unique conditions.
✅ Key Benefits:
✔ Power & Heart Rate Zones – Syncs with Garmin & smart devices
✔ Structured Periodization – 3:1 training load for safe, steady gains
✔ Masters-Specific Strength Training – Reduces injury, builds durability
✔ Integrated Swim Drills – With video guidance & open-water skills
✔ Brick Workouts & VO₂ Max Intervals – Simulate race-day intensity
🌺 Tailored for the Kohala Coast Course:
🏊♂️ Open-water technique to handle ocean swells
🚴♀️ Wind-resistant bike sessions for exposed coastal roads
🏃♂️ Heat-adaptive run workouts to match island climate
📈 Train Efficiently. Perform Exceptionally.
Start with just 7.5 hours/week, peaking at 12 hours, to fit your training into real life—without sacrificing results.
🔥 Ready to Race Hawaii Strong?
If you're racing the Half Distance Triathlon Hawaii, this plan gives you the exact tools to build endurance, boost speed, and finish strong on one of the most iconic triathlon stages on Earth.
👉 Start your 36-week transformation today. Own your race on the Kohala Coast.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:42:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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