🥇2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ACAPULCO MEXICO - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON ACAPULCO MEXICO - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare to excel at the Half Distance Triathlon Acapulco Mexico with this comprehensive 44-week training plan designed especially for Masters athletes 40 and older. This Half Distance Triathlon training plan guides you through every stage, building endurance, strength, and race-day readiness to confidently tackle Acapulco’s challenging swim, bike, and run.
Here’s how this plan equips you for success at the Half Distance Triathlon Acapulco Mexico:
✅ Progressive Base Training — The first 12 weeks focus on building a solid endurance foundation and refining swim technique, preparing you for the warm 1.9 km swim in the azure waters of Playa Majahua.
✅ Triathlon-Specific Preparation — The following 32 weeks increase volume and intensity, developing cycling power to conquer the opening 600-meter climb and the rolling descents on Acapulco’s scenic roads with 1600 meters of elevation.
✅ Run Readiness — Prepare for the two-loop, flat 21 km run in 88°F heat, with pacing strategies and hydration plans essential for race day endurance.
✅ Targeted “B” and “C” Races — Practice race-day transitions, fueling, and pacing under pressure with strategically placed tune-up races to sharpen your skills and boost confidence.
✅ Smart Training with Technology — Compatible with Garmin and smartwatches, workouts are guided by heart rate, power, and Rate of Perceived Effort (RPE) to optimize training effectiveness.
✅ Strength and Injury Prevention — Masters-focused strength routines build muscular endurance and resilience to support consistent training and reduce injury risk.
✅ Structured Periodization — Built around a 3:1 work-to-recovery week cycle, this plan balances training stress and recovery for sustained progress.
This Half Distance Triathlon training plan is your personalized path to mastering Acapulco’s swim, bike, and run courses with confidence and consistency.
Ready to take your Half Distance Triathlon performance to the next level? Get expert email coaching support tailored to your needs and experience. Commit now and prepare to race your best at the Half Distance Triathlon Acapulco Mexico!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:02:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:45:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:47:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:25:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:02:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:45:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:47:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:25:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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