🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIDA SENIOR TRIATHLETES - W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON FLORIDA SENIOR TRIATHLETES - 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 in Florida means preparing for a warm freshwater swim, a mostly flat bike ride with rolling hills, and a fast, flat run—all under Florida’s heat and humidity. This 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan for senior athletes 60+ is built to prepare you for exactly that. Every phase of this program supports smart endurance development, functional strength, and efficient race-day execution—so you can train smart, maintain strength, and race with confidence.
✅ Perfect Prep for Lake Eva’s Calm Swim
Video-based swim drills build stroke efficiency and endurance, ideal for the single-loop swim with temperatures in the 75–80°F range.
✅ Bike-Ready for Florida’s Fast, Rolling Terrain
Structured power- and heart-rate-based bike workouts develop sustainable speed and stamina for the 56-mile course through Polk County’s rolling hills.
✅ Run Strong in the Heat
Progressive brick workouts and heat-adaptation strategies prepare you for the fast and flat 13.1-mile run through Lake Eva Park and neighborhoods—where pacing and hydration are critical.
✅ 12-Week Base Phase
Gently reintroduces training, focusing on joint mobility, aerobic health, and muscular endurance—perfect for athletes returning from time off.
✅ 24-Week Build + Peak Phases
Dial in race-specific fitness with tempo rides, open-water swim prep, brick sessions, and threshold runs to mirror the Florida course demands.
✅ Senior Athlete-Focused
Includes strength training to maintain bone density and muscle mass, plus neuromuscular drills to sharpen coordination and transition skills—designed with age-specific recovery needs in mind.
✅ Time-Efficient Structure
Starts at 7.5 hours/week and scales gradually, respecting your time and recovery needs while maximizing performance gains.
💬 If you're racing the Half Distance Triathlon in Florida and want a plan that fits your age, life, and goals, this is it. Let’s get you to the start line strong—with 36 weeks of smart training and personalized email coach support every step of the way.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
|
02:17:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 00:50:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:34:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:17:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:18:00 | 00:50:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:34:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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