Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole - Loire Valley Training Plan

36-Week Plan for Senior Triathletes 60+

Train Smarter. Stay Strong. Race Through History.

With a scenic swim in the River Cher, a flat 90 km ride past Loire Valley châteaux, and a run along tranquil riverside paths, this race is designed for beauty and performance. But to truly enjoy and conquer it, you need a plan built for your experience, goals, and age.

This 36-week training plan is created specifically for senior triathletes 60+ who are looking to train smarter, stay injury-free, and confidently race a Half Distance Triathlon without overtraining or burnout.

Why This Plan Is Perfect for the Loire Valley Race
✅ Low-Impact, High-Reward Design – Built to support aging joints while boosting endurance.

✅ Power & Heart Rate-Based Sessions – Fully compatible with Garmin and smart devices.

✅ Bone-Strengthening Resistance Workouts – Protect muscle mass and bone density.

✅ Gradual Volume Progression – Starts at 7.5 hrs/week and peaks at 12 hrs/week.

✅ Race-Specific Brick Workouts – Practice swim-to-bike and bike-to-run transitions like you’ll face in Tours.

✅ Open-Water Swim Prep – Dial in technique and confidence for the calm River Cher.

✅ VO2 & Threshold Workouts – Maintain speed and aerobic strength during the flat but fast bike course.

Three Phases. One Goal: Peak Performance.
🔹 Base Phase (Weeks 1–12): Build aerobic fitness, mobility, and strength

🔹 Build Phase (Weeks 13–24): Add endurance, refine form, and simulate race demands

🔹 Peak Phase (Weeks 25–36): Hit race pace, sharpen transitions, and taper smart

Your Complete Weekly Breakdown:
💪 Strength: 82 sessions | 🏊 Swim: 135 sessions | 🚴 Bike: 120 sessions | 🏃 Run: 98 sessions

Total Time: 276+ hours of expert-structured training tailored to your age group.

You’re not just training for a race—you’re preparing to swim, bike, and run through history. The right plan makes the difference between finishing and flourishing.

👉 Take control of your training today and race with confidence in Tours.

REGISTER HERE

EXPLORE MORE TOURS OPTIONS

Have questions? Need help in selecting a plan? Reach out through our contact page.
UNLOCK MORE SENIOR 60+ TRAINING PATHS

Want To Get The Most Out Of This Training Plan? — Click Here To Discover Your Training Plan Purchase Benefits, and Tri-Specific Add-On Services to Unlock Every Watt, Calorie, and Second of Your Potential and How To Receive Your FREE Run Gait Video Analysis!

NAVIGATE OUR ENTIRE TRAINING PLAN CATALOG

*Muscle and Motion App Required