Whether you're racing for the first time or returning to the course with new goals, this 44-week triathlon training plan is designed specifically for masters athletes aged 40 and up. With strategic structure, recovery-focused design, and race-specific preparation, this plan gives you everything you need to arrive at the Waco start line strong, confident, and ready to perform.
💧 Swim Ready for the Brazos River
✅ Develops endurance through structured swim workouts that gradually increase volume
✅ Focuses on technique with drill-based sessions and video guidance—perfect for optimizing efficiency in Waco’s 1.2-mile downriver swim
✅ Builds comfort and pacing in open water conditions
🚴 Bike Strong Through Texas Countryside
✅ Brick workouts simulate transitions and boost your ability to hold speed over the 56-mile rolling terrain
✅ Power- and heart-rate-guided sessions help fine-tune effort for long, flat straightaways
✅ Strength training supports climbing ability and muscular endurance
🏃 Run with Confidence on the Brazos River Trail
✅ Builds up to the 13.1-mile distance with single-loop runs that match the Waco course profile
✅ Includes race pace sessions, tempo runs, and recovery weeks to avoid overtraining
✅ Targets durability and mobility for the bridges and undulating sections
🔑 Why This Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan Works
✅ Masters-Focused: Specifically tailored for athletes over 40, with a science-backed 3:1 training/recovery model
✅ Beginner-Friendly: Starts with a 12-week base phase—no prior endurance experience required
✅ Tech-Integrated: Compatible with Garmin, smartwatches, and training platforms for precision workouts
✅ Smart Structure: Combines endurance, VO₂ max, and anaerobic work for balanced speed and stamina
✅ Built-in Strength: Injury-prevention strength routines maintain performance and support longevity
✅ Race windows for your "B" and "C" events to test your fitness along the way.
You’ll move from general conditioning to race-day readiness, with every session crafted to help you peak right when it matters most—crossing the iconic Waco Suspension Bridge finish line with pride.
🎯 Ready to take on the Waco Half Distance Triathlon with purpose and confidence?
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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.