Half Distance Triathlon Bolton Training Plan – Conquer the Course, Master the Mission

Dominate Bolton with the Ultimate Masters 40+ Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan

You're not just racing. You're making a statement. The Half Distance Triathlon in Bolton, England is one of the UK’s most iconic and challenging races—starting with a 1.2-mile swim at Pennington Flash, a demanding 56-mile ride through Lancashire’s scenic climbs, and finishing with a gritty 13.1-mile run through Bolton’s energized town center. This isn’t a casual Sunday spin—this is a test of your training, grit, and precision.

Built for Competitive Masters Athletes 40+
If you're serious about racing—not just finishing—this plan is for you. Specifically designed for experienced triathletes over 40, this 24-week program gives you the tools to dominate Bolton's unique course profile and elevate your performance across all three disciplines.

✅ Why This Plan Delivers Results:

✔ Optimized for Bolton’s Demands – Climb-focused bike training, open water swim prep, and terrain-specific run conditioning

✔ Progressive Periodization – Structured 3:1 build-recovery cycle to maximize performance and avoid burnout

✔ Race-Specific Speed Work – VO2 max intervals, tempo efforts, and negative split run training

✔ Masters-Specific Strength Training – Build muscle resilience and reduce injury risk

✔ Smart Metrics Integration – Train with RPE, Heart Rate & Power to unlock next-level results

🏁 Athlete Requirements:
✔ Comfortable swimming 1,500m
✔ Can ride 30+ miles
✔ Run 5 miles with ease
If that’s you, this plan will take you to the next level.

📈 What You’ll Get:
🏊 Swim: 89 sessions (34:20:00) – including video drills to perfect technique
🚴 Bike: 86 sessions (90:55:00) – hill-focused rides for Bolton's course
🏃 Run: 70 sessions (47:34:00) – strength-endurance and pacing mastery
💪 Strength: 39 sessions (26:10:00) – tailored for the 40+ triathlete

🏆 Train Smart. Race Hard. Finish Strong.
You’ve put in the years. Now it’s time to race smarter, faster, and stronger. Whether you're chasing a podium or a PR, this Half Distance Triathlon training plan will sharpen your strategy, boost endurance, and make every mile count.

🎯 Ready to Own the Bolton Course? - Push past your limits. Train like a champion.

👉 Get your Half Distance Triathlon Bolton Training Plan now and race to your full potential!

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