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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