🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUNCIE SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUNCIE SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
44-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan for Senior Athletes 60+
Optimized for Muncie, Indiana – Race-Specific Benefits
This 44-week training plan is purpose-built to prepare senior athletes—aged 60 and older—for the physiological and technical demands of this race. Designed to improve endurance, strength, and efficiency over time, the plan aligns each training phase with the specific demands of the Muncie course.
✅ Swim Preparation – Prairie Creek Reservoir (1.2 Miles)
The early training blocks focus on low-impact aerobic development, technique correction, and controlled breathing.
✔️ Drill-based swim sessions improve form and reduce energy expenditure
✔️ Endurance sets match open water demands and race pacing
✔️ Weekly frequency develops comfort in 73°F water temperatures
🚴 Bike Readiness – 56-Mile Fast Out-and-Back
Muncie's flat bike course requires sustained power and mental focus.
✔️ Progressive long rides enhance muscular endurance on steady terrain
✔️ Tempo efforts simulate race-day pacing and light wind resistance
✔️ Intervals on indoor trainers or road match terrain-specific demands
🏃 Run Conditioning – 13.1 Miles with Rolling Hills
Heat, elevation changes, and fatigue define the run segment.
✔️ Brick workouts build durability off the bike
✔️ Interval repeats improve strength for elevation changes around the reservoir
✔️ Training in warmer conditions prepares for 83°F race-day temperatures
🛠️ Senior-Specific Program Features
✔️ Strength sessions to support joint health, muscle retention, and bone density
✔️ Periodized 2:1 work-to-recovery ratio supports sustainable gains
✔️ Integrated mobility and recovery routines prevent injury
✔️ Workouts structured by power, heart rate, or RPE—fully compatible with Garmin and other smart devices
📧 Included: Personalized Email Coach Support
Every athlete has access to direct coach communication for clarification, motivation, or plan adjustments.
This professionally designed program helps you prepare efficiently and safely for the Half Distance Triathlon in Muncie. Build confidence, race intelligently, and enjoy the experience with a plan that respects your body and goals.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:26:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:42:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:26:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:20:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:29:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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