Get race-ready for the Half Distance Triathlon in Knokke-Heist, Belgium with our 36-week beginner triathlon training plan—designed specifically for athletes who want to arrive at the starting line confident, prepared, and strong.

This event features a calm, wave-free swim through the historic Damsche Vaart canal in Sluis, a fast and flat 90 km bike course through the scenic countryside of West Flanders and South Netherlands, and a vibrant beachside run on the Zeedijk, where cheering spectators line the route. To meet these unique course demands, our training plan is built to help you thrive in every leg of the race.

✅ 12-Week Base Phase: Build a solid fitness foundation with structured swim, bike, and run workouts. Video swim drills help you develop efficient technique—ideal for the calm canal swim in Sluis.
✅ 24-Week Build & Peak Phase: Step-by-step progressions take you from 7 to 12 hours of training per week, with focused sessions designed to improve endurance, power, and race-day execution.
✅ Open-Water Swim Prep: Prepare for race conditions with targeted open-water simulation workouts so you can swim confidently in Knokke-Heist’s flat, tidal-free waters.
✅ Fast & Flat Bike-Specific Workouts: Train on terrain that mirrors the race course, with sessions that develop steady pacing and efficient cadence for the one-loop bike ride through the Afleidingskanaal and Retranchement.
✅ Run Durability Training: Build strength for the three-loop beachside run with brick workouts and tempo sessions tailored to maintain form on flat coastal paths.
✅ Strength & Mobility Integration: Reduce injury risk and boost performance with strength workouts, guided by video instruction—perfect for beginners needing full-body conditioning.
✅ Personalized Coaching Support: Have questions along the way? You’ll have access to direct email support from an experienced triathlon coach.

🏁 Whether you're just getting started or returning to the sport, this Half Distance Triathlon training plan offers the structure, support, and guidance to help you reach your goals in Knokke-Heist.

💥 Let’s get you to the finish line strong—start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today and train with expert-backed confidence!

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