🏅INTERMEDIATE MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS (SIR BANI YAS - ABU DHABI 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅INTERMEDIATE MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS (SIR BANI YAS - ABU DHABI 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
This 36-week Intermediate Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is expertly designed to prepare you for the unique challenges of racing on Sir Bani Yas Island — one of the most breathtaking triathlon venues in the world. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or an age-group podium, this plan sets you up for success on race day.
✅ Master the Calm, Coastal Swim
The crystal-clear, protected waters of the Arabian Gulf demand open water confidence and swim endurance. Our training includes progressive open water sessions, swim-specific strength, and tempo work to sharpen your technique and stamina for the 1.9KM loop.
✅ Build Power for the Fast—but Sneaky—Bike Course
The 96KM bike course is smooth and flat but includes leg-testing climbs up to 100m elevation. We’ve built in strength-endurance rides, long tempo sessions, and specific hill intervals to help you conquer those inter-island connectors without breaking your rhythm — all while simulating the race-day effort.
✅ Run Strong Along the Coastline
The final 21.1KM flat run is where mental grit meets physical preparation. Multiple loops through the energetic race village mean spectators and hydration are never far. Our plan uses brick workouts, race-pace intervals, and steady-state long runs to boost your muscular endurance and help you finish strong.
🔥 Why Athletes Trust This Training Plan:
✔️ Structured 36-week schedule: 12-week base + 24-week Half Distance Triathlon focus
✔️ Heart rate + power-based workouts — synced straight to your Garmin
✔️ Strength training & recovery strategies built in
✔️ Peak weekly volume: ~12 hours — ramped up gradually
✔️ Includes V02, tempo, threshold, and brick workouts
✔️ Ideal for competitive intermediates returning from a short training break
💬 Plus: You’re never training alone
Every purchase includes personalized email coach support — so you can ask questions, adjust for your lifestyle, and get guidance every step of the way.
🎯 Ready to dominate Sir Bani Yas Island?
Train smart. Race strong. Crush your next Half Distance Triathlon with confidence.
👉 Start your plan now and unlock your best race yet.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
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01:19:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:28:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:50:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:34:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:19:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:28:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:50:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:34:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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