The Half Distance Triathlon Melbourne features a 1.9km swim in cool, open water with a rolling wave start, a fast and flat 90km bike course along scenic Beach Road, and a two-lap 21.1km run along Melbourne’s waterfront with stunning city views. To conquer this race, you need a focused, comprehensive Half Distance Triathlon training plan that prepares you physically and mentally for every challenge of the course.

This 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan for senior triathletes 60+ is expertly designed to build endurance, strength, and confidence so you can tackle the swim, bike, and run segments with ease. Here’s how it prepares you:

✅ Swim Readiness: Through video-guided swim drills and technique-focused workouts, the plan builds your stroke efficiency and endurance, making the 1.9km open water swim at St. Kilda Beach manageable and strong.

✅ Bike Performance: The plan’s structured bike workouts—including power and heart rate zones—mirror the fast, flat 90km course along Beach Road. Brick sessions simulate bike-run transitions, helping you maintain pace and stamina over two laps.

✅ Run Strength: A flat, two-lap 21.1km run requires sustained aerobic fitness and mental toughness. Targeted VO2 max and threshold sessions develop speed and endurance, preparing you for the scenic waterfront run finish.

✅ Age-Specific Strength & Mobility: Resistance training helps maintain bone density and muscle mass, vital for senior athletes aiming to avoid injury and maintain performance longevity.

✅ Balanced Periodization: The 2:1 work-to-recovery ratio ensures steady progress without overtraining, respecting the recovery needs of athletes 60 and older.

✅ Personalized Coaching Support: You’re never alone—receive expert email coaching to adjust your training and stay motivated throughout your journey.

This training plan starts gently to rebuild your cardiovascular base and joint mobility, then progresses through focused build and peak phases perfectly timed to race day. Its time-efficient design fits the unique demands of senior athletes, starting at 7.5 hours per week and building to 12 hours, balancing hard training with recovery.

Take your training seriously and race with confidence by committing to this personalized Half Distance Triathlon training plan tailored for athletes 60+.

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