Imagine racing through the enchanting Loire Valley—starting with a calm 1.9 km swim in the River Cher, gliding past fairytale châteaux on a 90 km bike ride, and finishing strong with a 21.1 km riverside run through historic Tours. To thrive in this iconic race, you need more than motivation. You need a plan built for you—a Senior triathlete ready to perform at a high level.
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Train Smarter. Stay Stronger. Race Faster.
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This expertly designed 24-week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is created specifically for competitive athletes over 60 who want to race strong, reduce injury risk, and improve endurance, strength, and speed.
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🧠 Built for Senior Athletes Who Want Results:
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✅ Joint & Bone Health – Functional strength workouts preserve bone density and muscle mass
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✅ Endurance-Focused Structure – Long aerobic sessions to build lasting energy for race day
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✅ Targeted Speed & VO2 Max Work – Maintain your top-end pace and aerobic power
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✅ Neuromuscular Efficiency – Transition and form drills improve movement economy
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🚦Is This Plan Right for You?
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You’re ready if you can:
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✔ Swim 1,500m confidently
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✔ Ride 30 miles with solid endurance
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✔ Run 5+ miles comfortably
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If that sounds like you—this plan will elevate your race.
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🏁 Your Proven 24-Week System:
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🎯 Structured Weekly Training – Starts at 7.5 hrs/week, peaking at 12.5
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🎯 Progressive Periodization – 2:1 build-to-recovery for sustainable growth
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🎯 Phase-Specific Training – From base endurance to race-specific speed
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📋 Training Overview:
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🏊 Swim: 89 sessions | 34+ hrs
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🚴 Bike: 86 sessions | 90+ hrs
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🏃 Run: 70 sessions | 47+ hrs
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💪 Strength: 39 sessions | 26+ hrs
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🎯 Precision Tools for Serious Triathletes:
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🎥 Technique videos for swim and strength, built for the 60+ body
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📊 HR and power-based workouts for targeted training
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📲 Smart device compatibility for real-time execution
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The Tours Métropole – Loire Valley Half Distance Triathlon isn’t just another race—it’s your chance to race through history. With this senior-focused training plan, you’ll arrive at the start line prepared, confident, and ready to conquer.
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Commit to your training. Conquer your race.
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Start your journey today and make this your strongest performance yet
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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.