🥇2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CARTAGENA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON CARTAGENA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Training for the Half Distance Triathlon Cartagena Colombia demands a focused plan tailored to its unique swim, bike, and run challenges. This 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is designed specifically for Masters athletes 40+, building endurance, strength, and speed to excel on race day.
🏊♂️ Swim Course Preparation
The 1.9 km swim in the calm, protected waters of Bahía de las Ánimas with warm 80°F (28°C) conditions requires efficient technique and open-water confidence. This plan includes video-supported swim drills and sessions to develop your aerobic base and swim skills, preparing you to handle the Caribbean conditions with ease.
🚴♂️ Bike Course Readiness
The 90 km bike course is mostly flat and fast, passing through stunning coastal views along Vía al Mar. The training plan’s power- and heart rate-based cycling workouts, combined with brick sessions and VO2 max intervals, prepare you to maintain high speeds and handle the coastal wind. You’ll improve efficiency and endurance for sustained effort on race day.
🏃♂️ Run Course Conditioning
The two-loop 21 km run through Cartagena’s historic Old City features colorful streets and enthusiastic crowds. This Half Distance Triathlon training plan progressively builds aerobic endurance and muscular strength with tempo and race-pace runs. The periodized approach helps you stay fresh and strong for a powerful finish at the iconic Torre del Reloj.
✅ Key Benefits of This Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan:
📈 Science-based, progressive training tailored for Masters athletes 40+
🏊♂️ Swim sessions focused on technique and open-water skills
🚴♂️ Power and heart rate cycling workouts for race-day efficiency
🏃♂️ Run training targeting endurance, speed, and resilience
🏋️♂️ Masters-focused strength workouts to prevent injury and boost durability*
⏳ Time-efficient, with weekly training volume starting at 7.5 hours, peaking near 12 hours
📧 Personalized email coaching to support your journey
This Half Distance Triathlon training plan equips you to conquer Cartagena’s swim, bike, and run courses with confidence and strength. Prepare smart, race strong, and achieve your best performance in this unforgettable triathlon.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:16:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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