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🥇MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (NEW ZEALAND - WANAKA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🥇MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (NEW ZEALAND - WANAKA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

24 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

Training for the Half Distance Triathlon in Wānaka demands more than just putting in hours—it requires a plan built around the specific demands of this breathtaking yet challenging course. Our 24-week Triathlon Training Plan is tailor-made for Masters athletes over 40, preparing you for the unique terrain, conditions, and intensity of this iconic New Zealand event.

🏊‍♂️ Swim Ready for Roys Bay
Lake Wānaka’s 1.9 km swim is cold (around 15°C) and potentially choppy. Our plan integrates cold-water acclimatization techniques, open-water interval sets, and video-based swim drills to build confidence and efficiency in variable lake conditions.

🚴‍♀️ Conquer the Rolling Bike Course to Treble Cone
The 90 km bike leg includes rolling terrain, punchy climbs, and extended efforts. You'll train with heart rate and power-based sessions, replicating the course's profile with sustained tempo work and strength-endurance hill efforts—perfect for building stamina over the two-lap course.

🏃‍♂️ Dominate the Lakeside Run with Strength & Strategy
Wānaka’s 21.1 km run combines gentle trail undulations and a notable hill at 7 km. You'll be prepared through terrain-specific workouts, hill repeats, and pacing strategies designed to help you manage energy across both laps while capitalizing on crowd energy through the town.

✅ Here’s how this plan sets you up for success:

✔️ Built for Masters Athletes 40+ – Designed with your physiology, recovery needs, and durability in mind
✔️ Structured 3:1 Progression – Smart periodization to reduce injury risk and boost adaptation
✔️ Personalized Coaching Support – Access to a coach via email for guidance when you need it
✔️ Swim, Bike & Run Sessions by RPE, HR & Power – Train smarter with purpose-driven metrics
✔️ Strength Training with Demo Videos – Focused on injury prevention and performance
✔️ Auto-synced Swim Workouts – Seamless training integration with your devices

This isn’t a generic plan. It’s a comprehensive system engineered to help you train with confidence and race with purpose on one of the most scenic Half Distance Triathlon courses in the world.

🎯 Ready to train for your best Half Distance Triathlon in Wānaka?

Purchase the plan today and get expert guidance every step of the way—your peak performance awaits!

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:01:00 02:00:00
Bike x3
02:54:00 03:20:00
Swim x3
01:21:00 01:15:00
Strength x1
01:13:00 01:00:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:01:00 02:00:00
Bike
02:54:00 03:20:00
Swim
01:21:00 01:15:00
Strength
01:13:00 01:00:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

- Paul M Johnson -

Andiamo²®

Welcome to the Andiamo²® family! We know that considering a triathlon journey is a significant decision, and we're here to support you every step of the way. We're more than just about races; it's about celebrating every moment of your active lifestyle and helping you achieve your personal best.


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