🥇SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE LA QUINTA - SENIOR TRIATHLETES W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE LA QUINTA - SENIOR TRIATHLETES W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Half Distance Triathlon La Quinta presents a rewarding challenge: a serene 1.9 km swim in Lake Cahuilla’s calm waters, a fast, flat 56-mile bike through beautiful desert and raceway terrain, and a two-loop 13.1-mile run surrounded by scenic mountain and golf course views. For the seasoned triathlete aged 60 and over, success on this course goes beyond raw fitness—it requires a smart, balanced approach to training that respects the body’s changing needs with age.
✅ Base Training Requirements
To gain the full benefit of this plan, you should already feel comfortable swimming 1,500 meters continuously, biking 30 miles steadily, and running 5 miles without strain. This base fitness ensures your body is ready to gradually adapt to increased volume and intensity without overtraining.
✅ Focused Swim Training for Efficiency and Confidence
Our swim drills and video coaching improve stroke mechanics and breathing techniques, allowing you to glide effortlessly through Lake Cahuilla’s cool 57°F waters. Conserving energy in the swim means you’ll arrive at transition ready to tackle the bike leg with strength.
✅ Tailored Bike Workouts for Endurance and Speed
The La Quinta bike course rewards consistent power and smooth pacing. Through heart rate and power-based sessions, you’ll build endurance and maintain the flat, fast rhythm essential for the 56-mile loop, helping you sustain momentum and avoid burnout.
✅ Run Training That Honors Your Strength and Protects Your Joints
The two-loop run through Silver Rock Golf Resort may be flat, but fatigue sets in during a Half Distance Triathlon run. This plan incorporates low-impact aerobic conditioning and threshold runs designed to boost stamina, all while respecting your body’s need for recovery and joint care.
✅ Strength and Longevity — The Senior Athlete’s Secret Weapon
Integrated resistance training focuses on preserving muscle mass and bone density, supporting your overall durability and reducing injury risk. This crucial component ensures you remain strong, balanced, and capable not just for race day—but for many seasons to come.
This Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is more than a workout schedule; it’s a thoughtful, periodized program designed to empower senior athletes to race smart, feel confident, and embrace every mile with strength and resilience.
🔥 Ready to invest in a plan that supports your unique journey? Gain personalized email coaching support throughout the 24 weeks—guidance tailored to your goals and your body’s needs. Make your Half Distance Triathlon La Quinta experience your strongest yet.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x3
|
01:51:00 | 02:00:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:21:00 | 00:50:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:42:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:51:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:21:00 | 00:50:00 | |
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02:42:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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