🥇 MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WKS - (MORGAN - GRAN CANARIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WKS - (MORGAN - GRAN CANARIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare for the Half Distance Triathlon in Mogán Gran Canaria with a 44-week training plan specifically crafted for athletes over 40. This structured program is designed to match the demands of the course—an ocean swim with beach exit, a technical and hilly bike ride, and a multi-lap coastal run—while addressing the unique needs of Masters triathletes.
From the iconic double-lap swim at Anfi del Mar Beach to the demanding climbs between Anfi and Taurito, this plan ensures you're physically and mentally ready to race. With strategic brick sessions and pacing workouts, you’ll develop the skill and endurance needed to handle the course’s sharp ascents, technical descents, and warm coastal conditions.
✅ Progressive Phasing for Peak Performance
– 12 weeks of base building lays your endurance foundation
– 32 weeks of race-specific training with bike-run bricks, open water prep, and pacing intervals tailored to the course profile
📱 Tech-Integrated Workouts
– Easily sync sessions to Garmin and other platforms
– Includes RPE, heart rate, and power-based guidance for optimal execution
💪 Strength Training Built for Masters Athletes
– Maintain muscle resilience and joint integrity
– Injury prevention woven throughout the plan
🌊 Swim Technique Development
– Video-supported drills prepare you for the two-lap ocean swim with a beach exit turn
– Focused conditioning to handle potential swells and sighting
🚴 Bike Workouts that Match the Terrain
– Interval sessions mimic the Mogán bike course’s climbs and descents
– Long rides develop endurance for sustained effort over four laps
🏃 Race-Specific Run Simulation
– Coastal run pacing and heat adaptation included
– Four-lap structure practiced during training for better execution on race day
🎯 Race Prep Strategy
– Schedule C and B races as tune-ups to build confidence
– Taper and peak strategy ensures you're rested and ready for Gran Canaria
Whether you’re returning to racing or starting fresh, this plan equips you to perform at your best on one of Europe’s most beautiful and challenging Half Distance Triathlon courses.
Train smarter, race stronger—with full email coach support every step of the way.
👉 Get started today and prepare with confidence.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:02:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:45:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:47:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:25:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:02:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:45:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:47:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:25:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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