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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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²® family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.