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.
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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.
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Why This Plan Is Perfect for the Loire Valley Race
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✅ Low-Impact, High-Reward Design – Built to support aging joints while boosting endurance.
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✅ Power & Heart Rate-Based Sessions – Fully compatible with Garmin and smart devices.
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✅ Bone-Strengthening Resistance Workouts – Protect muscle mass and bone density.
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✅ Gradual Volume Progression – Starts at 7.5 hrs/week and peaks at 12 hrs/week.
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✅ Race-Specific Brick Workouts – Practice swim-to-bike and bike-to-run transitions like you’ll face in Tours.
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✅ Open-Water Swim Prep – Dial in technique and confidence for the calm River Cher.
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✅ VO2 & Threshold Workouts – Maintain speed and aerobic strength during the flat but fast bike course.
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Three Phases. One Goal: Peak Performance.
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🔹 Base Phase (Weeks 1–12): Build aerobic fitness, mobility, and strength
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🔹 Build Phase (Weeks 13–24): Add endurance, refine form, and simulate race demands
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🔹 Peak Phase (Weeks 25–36): Hit race pace, sharpen transitions, and taper smart
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Your Complete Weekly Breakdown:
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💪 Strength: 82 sessions | 🏊 Swim: 135 sessions | 🚴 Bike: 120 sessions | 🏃 Run: 98 sessions
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Total Time: 276+ hours of expert-structured training tailored to your age group.
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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.
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👉 Take control of your training today and race with confidence in Tours.
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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.