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🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE DES MOINES - MASTERS - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson

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Length

24 Weeks

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Plan Description

HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON DES MOINES IOWA TRAINING PLAN

If you’re a dedicated Masters athlete over 40, the Half Distance Triathlon Des Moines presents both a rewarding challenge and a chance to showcase your peak performance. With its mix of urban excitement and countryside charm, Des Moines offers one of the most dynamic race experiences in the U.S.—but only if you’re ready.

Our Masters 40+ Six-Month Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is purpose-built for competitive age-group triathletes like you, ready to level up their training and performance. Whether you're racing for a personal best or eyeing the podium, this program gives you the tools to execute with confidence on race day.

💼 Why This Plan Delivers Results for Des Moines
The Half Distance Triathlon Des Moines demands strength, endurance, and smart pacing:

🏊 1.2-Mile Swim in the Connecticut River: One of the fastest 70.3 swims in North America

🚴 56-Mile Bike through rolling countryside: Hilly terrain with smooth roads and fewer turns

🏃 13.1-Mile Run in Forest Park: Rolling hills and a strong final mile to close hard

🌤️ Race Day Temps average 70°F (21°C) — ideal for performance, if you're prepared

✅ Who This Plan Is For:
You should be able to:
✔ Swim 1,500 meters nonstop
✔ Bike 30 miles with steady effort
✔ Run 5+ miles comfortably

If that sounds like you, you’re ready to train with focus, purpose, and intensity.

🧠 What You’ll Get: Smart Structure, Real Results
✅ Progressive 24-Week Periodization – 3 weeks of training + 1 recovery week
✅ Time-Efficient Training – Start at 7.5 hrs/week and build to 12.5 hrs/week
✅ Endurance to Speed Workouts – Move from base training to threshold and VO2 max
✅ Masters-Specific Strength Work – Prevent injuries and increase race-day durability
✅ Swim, Bike, and Run Precision – Use RPE, HR, and Power for optimal pacing

🔥 Pro-Level Features for the Masters Athlete
🎥 Video Swim Drills – Sharpen technique with expert demonstrations
📊 Heart Rate & Power Zones – Train smart, not just hard
💪 Strength Training With Video – Build resilience and muscle efficiency
🏊 Smart Device Integration – Auto-sync your workouts for seamless training

🎯 Des Moines Is Waiting—Are You Race-Ready?
This is more than just a training plan—it’s your edge on race day. Designed specifically for athletes 40 and older, it helps you build the endurance, power, and race strategy needed to crush the Half Distance Triathlon Des Moines Iowa course.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:02:00 02:00:00
Bike x3
02:54:00 03:20:00
Swim x3
01:21:00 01:15:00
Strength x1
01:13:00 01:00:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:02:00 02:00:00
Bike
02:54:00 03:20:00
Swim
01:21:00 01:15:00
Strength
01:13:00 01:00:00
Day Off
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Training Load By Week


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  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

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