🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON BOLTON - SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON BOLTON - SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Bolton – 36-Week Training Plan for Senior Triathletes 60+
Train Smarter. Stay Strong. Race Confident.
Ready to take on the Half Distance Triathlon Bolton? Whether you’ve conquered sprints, Olympic distances or stepped away from racing for a while, this plan is designed specifically for Senior Triathletes 60+ who are ready to level up without overtraining or risking injury.
From the chilly 66°F (19°C) waters of Pennington Flash to the rolling bike climbs through Victoria and Old Kiln Roads, and the energy-filled run past Bolton Town Hall—this race demands strength, stamina, and smart pacing. That’s exactly what this plan delivers.
Why This Plan Works for Senior Athletes
✅ Built for Aging Athletes – Prioritizes joint health, muscle preservation, and cardiovascular efficiency.
✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Workouts – Works seamlessly with Garmin and other smart devices.
✅ Strategic Periodization – 2:1 work-to-recovery ratio reduces injury risk while enhancing performance.
✅ Strength & Bone Health Focus – Includes resistance workouts to maintain muscle mass and bone density.
✅ Aerobic Endurance + Speed – Low-intensity base building + targeted VO2 max sessions for race-day readiness.
✅ Integrated Swim Drills with Video – Boost open-water confidence without wasting time poolside.
✅ Brick & Threshold Sessions – Mimic the Bolton race day demands for smoother transitions and sustained pacing.
A Training Plan That Evolves With You
🔹 Base Phase (Weeks 1–12): Rebuild core strength, flexibility, and aerobic endurance.
🔹 Build Phase (Weeks 13–24): Introduce tempo work, longer bikes, open-water prep, and bricks.
🔹 Peak Phase (Weeks 25–36): Sharpen with intervals, track work, and race-specific pacing strategies.
Bolton-Specific Race Benefits
🟦 Tackle the 840m bike climb with confidence using structured strength and tempo rides.
🟦 Handle the 13.1-mile double loop run with neuromuscular drills and race-pace simulations.
🟦 Swim strong in cool open water thanks to video-supported swim sets and technique work.
What You Get
🕒 Start at 7.5 hrs/week → Build up to 12 hrs/week
💪 Strength Training: 82 sessions | 59 hrs
🏊 Swim Training: 135 sessions | 47 hrs
🚴 Bike Training: 120 sessions | 110 hrs
🏃 Run Training: 98 sessions | 61 hrs
Don’t leave your race to chance. Train with purpose and show up strong on the Bolton start line.
👉 Start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today—because age is just your advantage.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Bike
x3
|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 |
Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 00:50:00 |
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
Run
x2
|
01:34:00 | 02:00:00 |
Day Off
x1
|
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Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
01:18:00 | 00:50:00 | |
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
|
01:34:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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