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🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS - SENIOR TRIATHLETES - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

36 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

This 36-week training plan is crafted specifically for senior triathletes 60+ who want to prepare smartly for this challenging race.

Why This Plan Works for You
The race features a fast 1.2-mile swim in the Connecticut River, a hilly 56-mile bike course, and a rolling 13.1-mile run through Forest Park. To perform your best, you need training tailored to these demands.

✅ Build Endurance & Strength Gradually
Start with a 12-week base phase to develop cardiovascular fitness, joint mobility, and muscle endurance, no matter your starting point.

✅ Race-Specific Workouts
Open-water swim drills, hill training for the bike, and rolling terrain runs prepare you for race conditions.

✅ Prevent Overtraining
Our 2:1 work-to-recovery ratio boosts progress while keeping burnout at bay.

✅ Strength & Bone Health Focus
Resistance training preserves muscle mass and bone density, essential for senior athletes.

✅ Data-Driven Workouts
Sync easily with Garmin and other devices for heart rate and power-based training.

✅ Device-Ready Swim & Brick Sessions
Video-guided swim drills and brick workouts optimize your transitions and race efficiency.

How This Plan Helps on Race Day
🏊‍♂️ Swim Efficiently
Train for the 1.2-mile point-to-point swim in 67°F water with technique drills to improve speed.

🚴‍♂️ Bike Strong
Prepare for the 56-mile hilly New England route with focused climbing and pacing workouts on smooth pavement.

🏃‍♂️ Run Steady
Train on rolling hills like Forest Park to maintain pace and finish strong.

Training Phases
🔹 Base (Weeks 1–12): Build aerobic fitness, strength, and swim technique

🔹 Build (Weeks 13–24): Tempo efforts, open-water skills, and brick workouts

🔹 Peak (Weeks 25–36): Threshold intervals and race-specific sharpening

Training starts at 7.5 hours per week and peaks at 12 hours, balancing effectiveness with your lifestyle.

Train with purpose. Race with confidence. This science-backed plan helps senior triathletes 60+ stay strong, fast, and healthy for the Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts.

Start your journey to race day success now.

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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
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
02:17:00 03:00:00
Swim
01:18:00 00:50:00
Strength
01:32:00 01:00:00
Run
01:34:00 02:00:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

- Paul M Johnson -

Andiamo²®

Welcome to the Andiamo²® family! We know that considering a triathlon journey is a significant decision, and we're here to support you every step of the way. We're more than just about races; it's about celebrating every moment of your active lifestyle and helping you achieve your personal best.


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