Half Distance Triathlon Switzerland Training Plan

Crush the Obersee Course with Confidence and Precision

Ready to dominate the Half Distance Triathlon Switzerland? Whether you're eyeing your first 70.3 or you're a seasoned Masters athlete looking to PR, this 36-week training plan is your roadmap to peak performance on race day.

Why This Plan Elevates Your Switzerland Race Experience

Switzerland’s Half Distance Triathlon is no ordinary event—it's a course defined by pristine waters, alpine climbs, and a run through a medieval city complete with the legendary Stairway to Heaven. To conquer this, your training must be as demanding and rewarding as the race itself.

✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Training – Maximize your performance with workouts designed to sync seamlessly with Garmin and similar devices.

✅ Progressive 3:1 Periodization – Built-in recovery weeks ensure long-term gains without burnout.

✅ Masters-Focused Strength Training – Boost power, reduce injury risk, and build the durability needed for tough climbs and descents.

✅ Integrated Swim Drills with Video Guidance – Improve technique for the one-loop clockwise swim in Obersee.

✅ Race-Specific Brick Workouts – Dial in your transitions and pacing for the hilly Swiss terrain.

✅ VO2 Max Intervals & Threshold Sessions – Build the engine you need for a fast, controlled finish.

Train for the Course You'll Race

Your program is tailored to prepare you for:

💧 Swim – One-loop, 1.9 km swim in cool Alpine waters; wetsuit ready.

🚵 Bike – 90 km of stunning Swiss climbs and descents; power and pacing are key.

🏃 Run – A 21.1 km scenic challenge featuring cobblestones, lake paths, and 112 legendary steps.

Plan Breakdown at a Glance

📅 Duration: 36 weeks

🕒 Weekly Training Time: Starts at 7.5 hours, peaks at 12 hours

Workouts Included
💪 82 Strength Sessions

🏊 135 Swim Sessions

🚴 120 Bike Sessions

🏃 98 Run Sessions

Built for Masters Triathletes 40+

This is more than a plan—it's a complete system designed with science-backed strategies to help you train smarter, race stronger, and achieve your personal best.

Train with Purpose. Race with Power.

🔥 Start your journey today and prepare to conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Switzerland like never before. Your best race is ahead. Are you ready?

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