🏆LIFESTYLE INTERMEDIATE HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON W/EMAIL COACH SUPPORT - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏆LIFESTYLE INTERMEDIATE HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON W/EMAIL COACH SUPPORT - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
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Plan Description
Are you an intermediate triathlete ready to take on the challenge of the Half Distance Triathlon? If you’ve conquered Sprint and Olympic races and are eager to step up, this structured and strategic plan is your next move.
The Lifestyle Intermediate 44-Week Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is built for busy athletes who want expert coaching, personalized structure, and the confidence to cross the finish line strong. Whether you’re chasing a PR or completing your first Half Distance Triathlon, this plan keeps you focused and progressing week by week.
🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️ Why This Plan Works:
✅ 12-Week Base Phase
Build your fitness from the ground up—no prior mileage required. Focus on form, mobility, and aerobic efficiency.
✅ 32-Week Specific Training
Move into focused Half Distance Triathlon preparation. Structured endurance building, race-pace intensity, and skill refinement.
✅ Heart Rate-Based Workouts
Train smarter using Garmin-compatible heart rate zones or RPE-based guidance. Syncs directly to your training device.
✅ 3:1
Balanced training-to-recovery ratio for optimal adaptation and injury prevention.
✅ Technique-Driven Swim Sessions
Drills, video support, and efficiency-focused workouts to improve stroke mechanics.
✅ Run/Jog & Cycling Intervals
Zone-based running and biking sessions designed to develop endurance and increase speed safely.
✅ Strength Training for Triathletes
Video-guided functional strength workouts specifically designed for Half Distance athletes.
✅ VO₂ Max & Threshold Work
Targeted sessions introduced at the right time—boost your power and race-day stamina.
🏁 Practice Makes Progress: "C" and "B" Races Built In
Throughout the plan, you'll be guided to schedule optional “C” races (low-pressure local events or time trials) and “B” races (tune-up efforts). These early checkpoints are key to testing your gear, fueling, pacing, and mental readiness—so you're fully prepared for your goal Half Distance Triathlon.
🧠 Personalized Email Coach Support
You're never on your own. Every plan includes ongoing email support from a certified coach—your questions answered, your progress supported.
This isn’t just a plan—it’s your step-by-step system to arrive at race day ready, confident, and stronger than ever.
🎯 Your Half Distance Triathlon success starts now. Commit to the Lifestyle Intermediate 44-Week Plan and train with purpose.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:37:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:59:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:26:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:37:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:59:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:26:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
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- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
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