🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE BEGINNER LES SABLES D'OLONNE-VENDEE - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE BEGINNER LES SABLES D'OLONNE-VENDEE - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
This 44-week Beginner Training Plan is built specifically to support your journey to the start—and finish—line with confidence, strength, and a reduced risk of injury.
The scenic and dynamic course of the Half Distance Triathlon Les Sables d’Olonne deserves a training plan that’s just as thoughtfully designed as the course. From the canal swim to the windswept Atlantic coast bike leg, and the flat but varied run along Les Remblai, this structured plan prepares you for the real-world demands of race day.
Here’s how this plan aligns with the unique challenges of the Half Distance Triathlon Les Sables d’Olonne:
✅ Canal Swim Confidence
The early phase focuses on swim technique and endurance in controlled intervals, helping you stay streamlined and efficient in the slightly current-aided Vendée Globe canal. Bonus: 🎥 instructional swim drill videos build muscle memory for smoother, more confident strokes.
✅ Atlantic Coast Bike Strength
With over 600 meters of elevation gain, the 91 km bike course demands leg strength and stamina. This plan incorporates progressive endurance rides, strength-based intervals, and RPE/Heart Rate zone targeting 🚴—ideal for building power for the Olonne forest climbs and windy stretches.
✅ Flat but Varied Run Preparation
The 21.1 km run route is deceptively simple. It includes beach sections, turns, and promenade stretches that can drain your energy if not paced well. This plan includes structured run sessions 🏃♂️ to develop pacing, mental toughness, and adaptability for the beach section and promenade loops.
✅ Injury Prevention + Progressive Load
The first 12 weeks emphasize foundational strength and mobility—crucial for beginner athletes or anyone returning after a layoff. We gradually build to 14 hours of weekly training, ensuring your body adapts without overload.
✅ Race-Specific Progression
Each phase flows logically: technique ➡️ strength ➡️ endurance ➡️ threshold work. You’ll arrive at race week prepared for the physical and mental demands of this Half Distance Triathlon—and ready to perform at your best.
🎯 Bonus: Personalized email support from a coach is included, helping you adapt the plan to your lifestyle and goals.
You don’t need to train blindly or go it alone.
This plan is your roadmap to race-day readiness—designed to meet you where you are, and take you where you want to go.
👉 Ready to commit to the Half Distance Triathlon Les Sables d’Olonne with a structured, proven plan?
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:40:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:55:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:40:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:55:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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