🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE PENNSYLVANIA - MASTERS - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE PENNSYLVANIA - MASTERS - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Dominate the Pennsylvania Half Distance Triathlon at Bald Eagle State Park: Built for Masters 40+ Athletes
Ready to race through Happy Valley? The Pennsylvania Half Distance Triathlon is one of the most scenic and challenging races in the Northeast—featuring a 1.2-mile beach start swim in the calm waters of Foster Joseph Sayers Lake (avg. temp 76°F/24°C), a demanding 56-mile bike ride across the hills of Hublers Ridge and Pleasant Gap, and a legendary 13.1-mile run past the Nittany Lion Shrine and through the Penn State campus, finishing at the 50-yard line of Beaver Stadium (avg. air temp 78°F/26°C).
Train Smarter with the Masters 40+ Training Plan
This comprehensive 24-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is built specifically for driven athletes over 40—those ready to go beyond finishing and start competing. Whether you're eyeing a personal best or your first top-10 finish, this plan gives you the structure, volume, and strategy to excel on race day.
Why This Plan Delivers Results
✅ Periodized for Peak Performance – 3:1 build/recovery cycles ensure sustainable progress and injury prevention
✅ Optimized for Masters Athletes – Strength, recovery, and intensity tailored for age-specific physiology
✅ Time-Efficient & Effective – Starts at 7.5 hours/week, peaks at 12.5 hours/week to fit a busy schedule
✅ Precision Workouts – Swim, bike, and run sessions based on RPE, heart rate, and power zones
✅ Race-Specific Conditioning – Mimics the Pennsylvania course with endurance climbs and fast finish runs
Plan Details
🏊 Swim: 89 sessions (34 hrs) — Includes video-based drills for open water confidence
🚴 Bike: 86 sessions (91 hrs) — Focus on hill strength & sustained power for Hublers Ridge & Pleasant Gap
🏃 Run: 70 sessions (47 hrs) — Race-pace simulations and strategic brick workouts
💪 Strength: 39 sessions (26 hrs) — Masters-focused strength & mobility to support training load
Exclusive Features
🎯 RPE, HR & Power-Zone Training
🎥 Pro-Quality Video Swim Drills
💡 Strength Demos for Injury Prevention
📅 Smart Device Syncing for Seamless Training
Train with Purpose. Race with Confidence.
This isn’t just a plan—it’s your blueprint for a breakthrough race in Happy Valley. From the calm waters of Sayers Lake to the roar of Beaver Stadium, you’ll be ready to perform at your absolute best.
Start Your Journey Today—Because your strongest race is still ahead. 💥
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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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
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:02:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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02:54:00 | 03:20:00 | |
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01:21:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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01:13:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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