🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - SENIOR TRIATHLETES W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE DURBAN TRIATHLON - SENIOR TRIATHLETES W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
🌊 Prepare for Glory at the Half Distance Durban Triathlon
Train Smart. Race Strong. Especially Designed for Senior Triathletes 60+.
Durban is calling—and your best race yet awaits. From the turquoise waters of uShaka Beach to the fast-paced M4 bike route and the ocean-kissed Durban Promenade, the Half Distance Triathlon Durban is a breathtaking challenge that deserves a training plan built for you.
Our 44-week training plan is purpose-built for athletes over 60 who are ready to rise to the occasion—whether you're racing your first half Distance Triathlon or seeking a stronger, safer performance.
🧠 Why This Plan Works for Senior Triathletes
This isn’t just another training plan—it’s a complete system tailored to your age, experience level, and unique physiological needs.
✅ Age-Smart Base Phase (12 Weeks): Gentle entry with 4–10.5 hrs/week to build mobility, confidence, and durability
✅ Endurance-Focused Main Phase (32 Weeks): Boost aerobic power while protecting joints
✅ Bone Health + Strength: Integrated resistance workouts improve balance, muscle tone, and bone density
✅ Injury-Resilient Design: Joint-friendly progressions to help you stay consistent and injury-free
✅ Race-Specific Speed Work: Sharpen VO2 max and race pace with structured intervals
✅ Device-Friendly Workouts: Seamlessly sync with Garmin, smartwatches, and all major platforms
✅ Triathlon Transitions & Technique: Master open water swim skills, bike handling, and brick sessions
🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️ Full Program Snapshot
📅 44 Weeks of Periodized Training
🧱 Base Phase: 12 Weeks – mobility, strength, technique
🚀 Triathlon Phase: 32 Weeks – race prep, brick sessions, VO2 max work
Training Totals:
🏊 168 swim sessions (61 hrs)
🚴 151 bike sessions (143 hrs)
🏃 121 run sessions (76 hrs)
🏋️ 98 strength sessions (70 hrs)
🌟 Built for Durban’s Demands
🏖 Master the ocean swim with mobility + breathing drills
🛣 Conquer the hilly M4 bike with low-impact strength and power intervals
🌅 Thrive on the flat promenade run with endurance sessions tailored for joint safety
You’re not just training for a race—you’re stepping into a new version of yourself.
🎯 Ready to Race Durban with Strength, Safety, and Confidence?
Start your 44-week training journey today and join a new wave of senior triathletes redefining what’s possible.
👉 Train smart. Finish strong. Own Durban.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
|
02:26:00 | 03:00:00 |
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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
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:26:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:20:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:29:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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