🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE WISCONSIN - SENIOR W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE WISCONSIN - SENIOR W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smart for the Half Distance Wisconsin Triathlon – Built for Senior Triathletes 60+
Racing the Half Distance Triathlon in Wisconsin requires a thoughtful, age-aware strategy that builds endurance, protects your body, and sharpens your race-day performance. With its open-water swim in Lake Monona, hilly 56-mile bike through Madison’s countryside, and a 13.1-mile rolling run through downtown, this course rewards athletes who are prepared both physically and mentally.
That’s exactly what this 24-week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan delivers.
Designed specifically for athletes aged 60 and over, with a solid base of training, this plan prepares you to handle Wisconsin’s dynamic terrain and race-day demands through a progressive, evidence-based structure that supports strength, endurance, and injury prevention.
✅ Key Benefits of the Plan:
🏊♂️ Swim Endurance & Efficiency
Video-based drills and structured open-water sessions simulate Lake Monona’s race conditions, boosting comfort and confidence for the rolling start.
🚴♂️ Climb-Ready Cycling Workouts
With over 2,000 feet of elevation gain on race day, you’ll train on hills and use power-based intervals to build strength and stamina for Madison’s bike course.
🏃♂️ Run Durability for the Capitol Finish
Long runs and tempo efforts prepare your legs for the rolling terrain and the mentally demanding out-and-back through downtown Madison.
🧠 Age-Specific Strength & Mobility
Weekly resistance training protects joints, preserves muscle, and builds the resilience needed for peak performance over 13+ training hours/week.
💓 VO₂ Max & Threshold Sessions
Timed strategically to maintain top-end aerobic fitness and race pace efficiency.
📅 Periodized Structure for Recovery
Features a 2:1 build-to-recovery ratio, ensuring progress without burnout—especially important for the senior athlete’s recovery profile.
Whether you're aiming to finish strong or set a new personal best, this plan ensures your training aligns with your goals and physiology—helping you race with strength, control, and confidence.
🔹 Includes personalized email coach support to guide you through every phase.
🎯 Ready to Race Smart at 60+?
Invest in your performance with a Half Distance Triathlon training plan designed for the unique demands of senior triathletes.
👉 Start your journey today—train with purpose, race with power.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x3
|
01:50:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:21:00 | 00:50:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:42:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:50:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:21:00 | 00:50:00 | |
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02:42:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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