🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE BOLTON - SENIOR 60+ W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE BOLTON - SENIOR 60+ W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Are you a passionate senior triathlete 60+ looking to conquer the legendary Half Distance Triathlon Bolton? This is your moment. With its 1.2-mile swim at Pennington Flash, 56-mile ride through hilly villages, and 13.1-mile run past roaring spectators in Bolton Town Centre, this course demands grit, strategy, and tailored training.
This 24-week training plan is built specifically for senior triathletes who want to compete—not just complete. Backed by science and focused on performance longevity, it prepares you to thrive on race day.
Why This Plan Works for Athletes Over 60
Whether you’re chasing a new PR or aiming to outpace the competition, this plan optimizes training to meet your body’s needs:
✅ Functional Strength & Bone Health
💪 Resistance sessions fight age-related muscle loss and improve joint integrity
✅ Aerobic Endurance & Heart Health
❤️ Structured long efforts build stamina without overloading your recovery systems
✅ Speed & VO2 Max Preservation
⚡ Targeted intervals maintain power, speed, and race sharpness
✅ Neuromuscular Training for Transitions
🔁 Boost coordination and efficiency to glide through swim-bike-run changes
Is This Plan Right for You?
You’re ready if you can:
✔️ Swim 1,500m confidently
✔️ Ride 30 miles with consistency
✔️ Run 5+ miles without strain
If that’s you—let’s go to the next level.
What’s Inside the Plan
✅ Progressive Periodization – 2:1 training-to-recovery blocks to build strength without burnout
✅ Weekly Structure – Start at 7.5 hours/week and peak at 12.5
✅ Endurance to Speed – From base miles to threshold intervals, every phase has a purpose
✅ 60+ Strength Training – Injury-resistant sessions that enhance posture, power, and movement
Total Training Overview
🏊♂️ Swim: 89 sessions (34:20 hrs)
🚴 Bike: 86 sessions (90:55 hrs)
🏃 Run: 70 sessions (47:34 hrs)
💪 Strength: 39 sessions (26:10 hrs)
Tools That Set You Apart
🎥 Swim Technique Videos – Improve form with expert drills
📊 Heart Rate & Power-Based Workouts – Maximize every session
💪 Strength Videos Tailored to 60+ Athletes*
📲 Auto-Sync to Smart Devices – Your plan meets you where you train
Race day in Bolton is waiting. Let this plan give you the edge you’ve earned. Start your training today and arrive strong, confident, and ready to dominate the Half Distance Triathlon Bolton.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x3
|
01:51:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
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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- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
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