🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TOURS FRANCE - SENIOR - W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TOURS FRANCE - SENIOR - W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole – Loire Valley: Train to Race Through History
Dominate the Half Distance Triathlon in the Heart of France with a Proven 24-Week Plan for Senior Triathletes 60+
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.
Train Smarter. Stay Stronger. Race Faster.
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.
🧠 Built for Senior Athletes Who Want Results:
✅ Joint & Bone Health – Functional strength workouts preserve bone density and muscle mass
✅ Endurance-Focused Structure – Long aerobic sessions to build lasting energy for race day
✅ Targeted Speed & VO2 Max Work – Maintain your top-end pace and aerobic power
✅ Neuromuscular Efficiency – Transition and form drills improve movement economy
🚦Is This Plan Right for You?
You’re ready if you can:
✔ Swim 1,500m confidently
✔ Ride 30 miles with solid endurance
✔ Run 5+ miles comfortably
If that sounds like you—this plan will elevate your race.
🏁 Your Proven 24-Week System:
🎯 Structured Weekly Training – Starts at 7.5 hrs/week, peaking at 12.5
🎯 Progressive Periodization – 2:1 build-to-recovery for sustainable growth
🎯 Phase-Specific Training – From base endurance to race-specific speed
📋 Training Overview:
🏊 Swim: 89 sessions | 34+ hrs
🚴 Bike: 86 sessions | 90+ hrs
🏃 Run: 70 sessions | 47+ hrs
💪 Strength: 39 sessions | 26+ hrs
🎯 Precision Tools for Serious Triathletes:
🎥 Technique videos for swim and strength, built for the 60+ body
📊 HR and power-based workouts for targeted training
📲 Smart device compatibility for real-time execution
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.
🔥 Commit to your training. Conquer your race. 🔥
Start your journey today and make this your strongest performance yet
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x3
|
01:51:00 | 02:00:00 |
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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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