ADVANCED MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (QUEBEC - CANADA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
ADVANCED MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (QUEBEC - CANADA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Tackle the stunning and historic Middle Distance Triathlon in Québec, Canada with confidence using this 36-week Advanced Training Blueprint. Designed specifically for amateur advanced athletes, this plan aligns perfectly with the demands of Québec’s unique swim, bike, and run course.
🏊♂️ Swim (1.9 km – Bassin Louise)
Swim sessions in this plan sharpen your technique and build open-water confidence—ideal for the sheltered yet occasionally choppy waters of Bassin Louise, surrounded by yachts and city landmarks.
🚴♂️ Bike (90 km – Highway & Scenic River Views)
Prepare for the closed-highway bike course with interval and tempo workouts that mimic the flat-to-gently-rolling terrain along the St. Lawrence River. The progressive build—from 9.5 to 14.5 training hours per week—ensures your legs are ready for all four laps and the 328m of elevation.
🏃♀️ Run (21.1 km – Historic Old Québec & Port Quays)
With its mix of urban beauty and flat terrain, this course demands both aerobic efficiency and mental sharpness. You'll train with threshold and VO2 max intervals, long endurance runs, and race-pace efforts that mirror Québec’s run segments along the Rivière Saint-Charles and portside finishing chute.
✅ Key Benefits of This Middle Distance Triathlon Training Plan
✔️ Periodized Structure: 3 weeks of training + 1 recovery week for optimal adaptation
✔️ Strength & Endurance Synergy: Functional training early on builds durability for peak load
✔️ Advanced Interval Training: VO2 max, anaerobic power, and sprint efforts simulate race-day surges
✔️ Climb-Ready Legs: Focused bike sessions prepare you for mild elevation changes
✔️ Swim Technique First: Improve stroke economy for a strong start in Bassin Louise
✔️ Race-Specific Progressions: Training tailored to the demands of each Québec course segment
✔️ Email Coach Support: Get expert guidance with personalized answers from real coaches
🎯 Whether you're targeting a personal best or stepping up to your first Middle Distance Triathlon, this plan gives you the tools to thrive on race day in Québec City’s scenic and energetic setting.
➡️ Ready to race strong in Québec? Get the plan today and train with purpose—all backed by expert coaching support.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:18:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
03:28:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
02:08:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:18:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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03:28:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:43:00 | 02:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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