🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON BOLTON - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON BOLTON - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Bolton Training Plan
Crush the Course at Pennington Flash and Beyond
Ready to conquer the Half Distance Triathlon in Bolton, England? This 36-week training plan is engineered specifically for competitive Masters athletes ready to dominate one of the UK's most spirited racecourses.
From the chilly waters of Pennington Flash to the double-loop bike ride over Victoria and Old Kiln Roads, and the thrilling run through Bolton Town Centre, this plan prepares you for every climb, corner, and cheering crowd.
✅ Why This Training Plan Works for Bolton
✔ Structured Periodization (3:1 Training-to-Recovery Cycle) – Keeps you improving without burning out
✔ Heart Rate & Power-Based Zones – Pairs easily with Garmin & other training tech
✔ Masters-Driven Strength Training – Boosts power, stamina, and injury resistance
✔ Swim Workouts with Integrated Video Drills – Optimized for open-water performance
✔ Brick & VO2 Max Sessions – Simulate race day intensity to maximize results
📈 Race-Specific Training Focus
💧 Swim: 1.2 miles (1.9 km) in 66°F waters – one loop, crowd-lined shores
🏔️ Bike: 56 miles (90 km) with 840m of climbing – two scenic, challenging loops
🏃 Run: 13.1 miles (21.1 km) through Queen’s Park and Bolton Town Centre – pure crowd energy
This plan builds the fitness to handle Bolton’s terrain efficiently and confidently, peaking just in time for race day’s average 68°F weather.
🏁 Phase-Based Training Strategy
🔹 Base Phase (Weeks 1–12): Aerobic development, functional strength, technique
🔹 Build Phase (Weeks 13–24): Tempo sessions, open-water prep, long endurance
🔹 Peak Phase (Weeks 25–36): Anaerobic threshold, race simulations, taper
📊 Total Plan Breakdown
💪 Strength Training: 82 sessions | 59 hours
🏊 Swim: 135 sessions | 47 hours
🚴 Bike: 120 sessions | 110 hours
🏃 Run: 98 sessions | 61 hours
Starts at just 7.5 hours/week, peaks at 12 hours/week—ideal for busy, high-performing athletes over 40.
🔥 Your Next Half Distance Triathlon Starts Here - You’ve got the drive. This plan gives you the strategy.
Train smarter. Race stronger. Dominate Bolton.
👉 Start your 36-week Half Distance Triathlon journey today and show up to Bolton in peak form
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:16:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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