🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE DURBAN SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE DURBAN SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Durban Triathlon: Conquer the Course with Confidence — Senior 60+ Training Plan
🏊🌊 Swim Durban. Ride the M4. Run the Promenade.
Ready to take on the Half Distance Durban Triathlon? This stunning coastal race starts with a 1.9 km (1.2 mile) anti-clockwise swim at the iconic uShaka Beach, where the warm 72°F (22°C) Indian Ocean welcomes you. From there, tackle a fast, two-loop 90 km (56 mile) bike course on the scenic M4 highway—undulating, exhilarating, and perfect for seasoned legs. Finish with a 21.1 km (13.1 mile) run along the Durban Promenade—flat, fast, and framed by ocean views.
To dominate this race, you need more than motivation—you need a purpose-built plan.
🏆 Why This Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan Works for Senior Triathletes 60+
This 24-week training plan is designed specifically for experienced athletes like you—who’ve put in the work and now want to train smarter, not harder. It addresses the unique physiological needs of senior triathletes to improve strength, boost endurance, and race with resilience.
✅ Strengthen Without Overload
🏋️♂️ Functional resistance workouts support bone density and muscle retention.
✅ Build Aerobic Durability
❤️ Emphasis on long aerobic sessions to boost endurance without burnout.
✅ Maintain Top-End Speed
⚡ Targeted VO2 max intervals keep your engine strong and fast.
✅ Improve Coordination & Efficiency
🔁 Neuromuscular drills sharpen your transitions and stride economy.
🔍 Is This Training Plan Right for You?
You’re ready if you can:
✔ Swim 1,500 meters nonstop
✔ Bike 30+ miles with confidence
✔ Run at least 5 miles consistently
📅 Plan Structure: Built for Peak Performance
✅ 24 Weeks of Periodized Training – Sustainable 2:1 work-to-recovery cycles
✅ Weekly Time Commitment – Starts at 7.5 hrs/week, peaking at 12.5
✅ Progressive Endurance + Speed Work – Move from aerobic base to VO2 max
✅ Senior-Specific Strength Training – Improve durability, reduce injury risk
🧠 Tools to Maximize Every Workout
🎥 Technique-Focused Swim Drills
📊 HR & Power-Based Structured Sessions
💪 Video Strength Tutorials for 60+ Athletes*
📲 Smart Device Integration for seamless training
🔥 Ready to Dominate Durban?
Whether you're chasing a new PR or simply want to finish strong, this plan equips you to perform at your peak—fueled by science, built for longevity, and proven in competition.
👉 Start your journey now—train with purpose, race with power, and finish with pride.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x3
|
01:51:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:21:00 | 00:50:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:42:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:51:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:21:00 | 00:50:00 | |
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02:42:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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