🥇MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (ST POLTEN AUSTRIA - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (ST POLTEN AUSTRIA - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Middle Distance Triathlon St. Pölten Austria challenges endurance, strength, and focus — especially for Masters athletes 40 and older. This 36-week Middle Distance Triathlon training plan is designed specifically for your needs, preparing you to master the split 1.9 km swim across two lakes, the demanding 90 km alpine bike course, and the fast 21.1 km run with confidence and resilience.
✅ Swim Efficiently: Swim workouts build endurance and technique tailored to the race’s unique two-lake format. Integrated video drills and open-water sessions help you maintain strength through transitions and the brief land crossing.
✅ Bike with Power and Endurance: The 90 km bike demands climbing strength and recovery on descents. Power-based training and brick workouts boost muscular endurance and cycling efficiency to tackle hills and maintain speed without overexertion.
✅ Run Strong: The flat, two-loop half-marathon requires smart pacing after swim and bike. Focused tempo runs, threshold training, and race-pace intervals prepare you to finish energized and competitive.
✅ Masters 40+ Focus: This plan respects your recovery needs, using a proven 3:1 load and recovery cycle, heart rate and power workouts, plus strength training to preserve muscle and reduce injury risk, promoting longevity and steady progress.
✅ Phased for Peak: Start with a 12-week base phase to rebuild aerobic fitness safely, then a 24-week build and peak phase to sharpen race readiness — perfectly timed to bring you to your best form.
✅ Efficient and Realistic: Beginning at 7.5 weekly hours and peaking near 12, this plan fits busy schedules without sacrificing quality, balancing training with life and recovery.
If you’re a Masters athlete ready to excel at the Middle Distance Triathlon St. Pölten Austria, this plan delivers a proven, tailored roadmap with personalized email coach support to keep you on track and performing at your best.
Commit to your best race yet — your journey to Middle Distance Triathlon success starts here.
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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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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:32:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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