🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIDA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIDA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
This 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is purpose-built for Masters athletes 40+ preparing for the unique demands of the Florida Half Distance Triathlon in Lake Eva. With its warm freshwater swim, flat-to-rolling bike terrain, and fast neighborhood run course, your success hinges on pacing, heat management, and consistent endurance. This plan prepares you to thrive on every leg of race day.
✅ Swim-Ready for Lake Eva
The calm, single-loop swim in Lake Eva (75–80°F) demands strong, sustained aerobic output. Our plan develops open-water confidence and endurance with integrated swim sessions and device-accessible video drills—perfect for recreating race conditions and building comfort in similar water temps.
✅ Bike Power for Florida Heat
The mostly flat 56-mile ride with rolling hills in Polk County requires steady power and heat management. Structured heart rate and power-based workouts improve your ability to hold pace and handle surges without burnout. Strategic long rides simulate the Florida bike course so you arrive confident and race-prepped.
✅ Fast, Flat Run Execution
The 13.1-mile run through Lake Eva Park and surrounding neighborhoods is fast, but Florida humidity can be unforgiving. This plan trains you to stay cool under pressure with VO2 max intervals, brick sessions, and heat-adaptation strategies built into peak-phase training. Learn to pace, fuel, and hydrate effectively when it counts most.
✅ Masters-Specific Benefits
✔️ Periodized 3:1 load-to-recovery to prevent overtraining
✔️ Age-appropriate strength sessions to maintain muscle and durability
✔️ Phased progression to maximize gains over time
✔️ Built-in flexibility for busy adult athletes
Your training builds from a manageable 7.5 hours to a peak of 12 hours/week—delivering quality over quantity.
🎯 If you’re 40+ and serious about racing your best at the Florida Half Distance Triathlon, this plan is your competitive edge.
✅ Includes personalized email coach support to answer questions, adjust to your needs, and keep you on track.
Start building the endurance, power, and race-day confidence you need—this is the plan that gets you there.
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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 |
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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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