🔥BEGINNER HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (DALLAS - LITTLE ELM 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥BEGINNER HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (DALLAS - LITTLE ELM 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Get ready to race strong at the Half Distance Triathlon Dallas–Little Elm with a six-month beginner-friendly plan designed specifically for this course’s unique swim, bike, and run demands. Whether you're new to triathlon or stepping up in distance, this structured approach sets you up for success—starting with a required 4–6 weeks of aerobic base training to ensure you're ready to train with purpose.
🏊 Swim Preparedness for Lewisville Lake
The one-loop swim at Little Elm Beach is likely wetsuit-legal, with temps ranging from 58°F–71°F in March. You’ll build comfort in open water with structured workouts, form-focused drills, and open-water simulations that mimic race conditions—so you feel confident on race day.
🚴 Bike Training for Fast Rural Roads
The 56-mile bike course is fast, flat, and chip-seal-free—rare for Texas. This plan develops your aerobic engine early and introduces tempo rides and interval work to build strength for the gentle rolling terrain. You’ll practice race pacing and efficient transitions with brick workouts built into the schedule.
🏃 Run Workouts for Crushed Gravel Trails
The three-loop 13.9-mile run course follows the smooth, well-maintained trails of the Little Elm system. Training includes progressive long runs, interval sessions, and race-day simulations to help you maintain steady pacing and run efficiently across all loops.
✅ Key Benefits of This Training Plan
✔️ Requires 4–6 weeks of aerobic base training before starting
✔️ Gradual build-up with VO2 and threshold intervals introduced over time
✔️ Strength training with video guidance to boost performance and prevent injury
✔️ Open-water and pool-based swim workouts to enhance technique and endurance
✔️ Bike and run sessions structured by Heart Rate and RPE for maximum effectiveness
✔️ Brick workouts for smooth transitions and race-day readiness
✔️ Personalized email coach support for ongoing guidance and motivation
If you're aiming to complete your first Half Distance Triathlon or looking to race strong on a well-designed, athlete-friendly course, this plan provides the tools, structure, and support you need.
Start your training today—and prepare with confidence for the Dallas–Little Elm Half Distance Triathlon.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
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02:59:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:27:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:08:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:59:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:27:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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