Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts Training Plan

Unlock Your Full Triathlon Potential: Elite-Level Training Plan for Athletes 40+

Get ready to excel in the Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts. This race features a fast, point-to-point swim in the Connecticut River, a challenging 56-mile bike through New England hills, and a scenic 13.1-mile run through Forest Park. To perform your best, you need a training plan tailored to these unique course demands and your needs as a Masters athlete.

Our 44-week training plan builds your endurance, strength, and race-day confidence—ideal for athletes 40+ seeking peak performance with injury prevention.

Why Choose This Training Plan?

✅ No Prior Endurance Needed — Begin with a 12-week base phase to build strength, followed by 32 weeks of focused triathlon training.

✅ Course-Specific Prep — Train for hilly bike routes, rolling run terrain, and the fast Connecticut River swim.

✅ Injury Prevention & Strength — Masters-focused strength workouts reduce injury risk and boost muscular endurance.

✅ Balanced Recovery — Periodized 3 weeks on, 1 week recovery ensures progress without burnout.

✅ Device Integration — Sync workouts with Garmin, smartwatches, and other platforms to track heart rate, power, and effort.

Training Phases
🏊 Base Training (12 Weeks)

Gradually increase training from 4 to 10.5 hours/week

Improve swim technique, endurance, and power for the 1.2-mile swim

🚴 Triathlon-Specific Training (32 Weeks)

Increase weekly training to 12.5 hours

Master transitions with swim-bike and bike-run brick sessions

Boost speed, VO2 max, and anaerobic power for hills and rolling terrain

Additional Features
✔ Expert swim drills with video guidance
✔ Heart rate, power, and RPE-based sessions for smarter training
✔ Strength routines designed for athletes 40+
✔ Workouts accessible directly on your device — no printouts needed

This plan helps you master the Half Distance Triathlon Western Massachusetts with confidence and peak fitness.

🚀 Take the next step—secure your plan today and race ready for your best performance yet