🔥BEGINNER MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (SIR BANI YAS - ABU DHABI 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥BEGINNER 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
Take on the Half Distance Triathlon at Sir Bani Yas Island – Abu Dhabi with this 36-week beginner triathlon training plan built for real-world race conditions.
The unique terrain of Sir Bani Yas Island demands smart, targeted preparation—and that’s exactly what this plan delivers.
🌊 Swim 1.9KM – Calm, Open-Water Preparedness
Your journey begins with 12 weeks of swim-focused drills, perfect for mastering open-water technique. With protected, crystal-clear Gulf waters awaiting, our plan ensures you’re confident and efficient from the first stroke.
🚴♂️ Bike 96KM – Fast Flats + Strategic Climbing
Sir Bani Yas Island's fast ring road is ideal for speed—but the interconnecting climbs up to 100m will test your climbing legs. Our RPE- and HR-based bike sessions build endurance and power, with long aerobic rides and interval efforts that simulate the terrain.
✅ Flat speed conditioning
✅ Hill strength development
✅ Brick workouts to simulate race fatigue
🏃 Run 21.1KM – Coastal Loops with Energy to Spare
Expect a lively, looped run course with enthusiastic spectators and frequent aid stations. Our training plan includes progressive tempo runs, race-pace intervals, and strategic back-to-back sessions so you can finish strong—no matter the heat or excitement.
💪 Strength & Stability for All Disciplines
Every week features strength training with video demos—key to maintaining form through the unique demands of this course.
🔥 What You’ll Get with This Triathlon Training Plan:
✅ 36-week progressive build for total Half Distance success
✅ Video-guided swim and strength workouts
✅ Personalized pacing via RPE & HR zones
✅ Progressive volume (from 7 to 12 hours/week)
✅ Brick sessions for smooth transitions
✅ Designed specifically for beginners—no prior race experience needed
✅ Direct email support from a coach to guide you through every phase
🎯 Ready to take on Sir Bani Yas Island and cross that finish line with confidence?
Start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today with a training plan built for success in Abu Dhabi’s iconic desert-island setting—with expert support at every step.
👉 Claim your plan now and train smart—with personal coaching support built in.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:47:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:20:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:29:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:47:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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