🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSSELMAN - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smart for the Musselman Half Distance Triathlon in Geneva, NY — A Complete 36-Week Training Plan for Masters Athletes 40+
✅ Swim: The 1.2-mile swim begins at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center, where athletes enjoy clear, temperate waters (avg. 72°F / 22°C) and minimal sun glare.
✅ Bike: A 56-mile ride ascends from Seneca Lake to Cayuga Lake before descending rapidly back into the valley. Expect sustained climbs, technical descents, and open countryside.
✅ Run: The 13.1-mile course features two loops along the lakefront and through Hobart and William Smith College. Air temps average a comfortable 70°F (21°C), but pacing is critical.
To meet the specific demands of this course, we offer the Half Distance Triathlon Masters 40+ – 36-Week Training Plan—a structured, endurance-focused program built for age-group athletes seeking a smart, progressive path to peak performance.
🧠 What Makes This Plan Different? - Phased and Purposeful Design:
Base Phase (12 weeks): Rebuild aerobic fitness and core strength—ideal if you're returning from a break.
Build & Peak Phase (24 weeks): Increase power, refine swim form, and practice race-pace skills for Geneva’s course profile.
Engineered for Masters Athletes:
✅ Heart rate & power-based workouts tailored for age-related physiological changes
✅ Periodized 3:1 load/recovery ratio for sustainable performance
✅ Masters-focused strength training to enhance durability and reduce injury risk
✅ Integrated swim sessions with digital access to form-focused drills
✅ Race-specific brick workouts to mimic the lakefront run and hilly bike route
Strategic Volume Increases:
The plan starts at ~7.5 hours/week and peaks at ~12 hours/week, offering maximum fitness benefits without compromising work-life balance.
🎯 Why This Plan Works for Musselman
Prepare for Seneca Lake's cool swim with frequent open-water practice
Build strength for long climbs and fast descents on the bike
Train pacing and nutrition for a two-loop run with variable terrain
Whether you're stepping up from shorter events or returning to long-course racing, this plan supports consistent progress, confidence, and race-day readiness.
📩 Every plan includes personalized email support from your coach—guidance when you need it most.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:16:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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