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🔥ADVANCED MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (ESPRIT - MONTREAL 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🔥ADVANCED MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (ESPRIT - MONTREAL 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

44 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

Prepare to excel at the Middle Distance Triathlon Montréal, Canada, with a training plan meticulously designed to match the demands of this iconic race. The course features a 1.9 km swim in the calm, crystal-clear waters of the Olympic Basin — perfect for building swimming efficiency and endurance through targeted swim workouts in your plan. The 90 km bike segment on the legendary Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve demands both sustained power and strategic pacing, skills developed through the plan’s progressive cycling sessions and power-based training zones. Finally, the flat 21.1 km run, a four-and-a-half lap half-marathon on historic Olympic grounds, calls for strong pacing and stamina, honed via run-specific endurance and speed workouts integrated into the program.

This comprehensive Middle Distance Triathlon training plan blends endurance base aerobic training with VO2 max, anaerobic threshold, and sprint power sessions to develop the precise fitness you need to dominate swim, bike, and run segments. The progressive 44-week schedule starts with a 12-week base regimen—no prior experience necessary—to build a robust aerobic foundation. Following that, 32 weeks of specialized training use a 3:1 cycle of high-intensity workouts and active recovery, allowing your body to adapt while minimizing injury risk.

Key benefits include:
✅ Structured periodization for optimal fitness gains
✅ Functional and conventional strength training tailored to triathlon demands
✅ Race simulation through “B” and “C” tune-up events for confidence and pacing mastery
✅ Personalized email coaching support to guide your journey
✅ Weekly training load progression from 9.5 to 14 hours, perfect for balancing work, life, and triathlon ambitions

Designed specifically for amateur advanced athletes aiming to excel in the Middle Distance Triathlon, this plan also provides critical guidance on nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy—ensuring you’re prepared physically and mentally for race conditions.

Take your Middle Distance Triathlon training to the next level with expert guidance and proven methodologies. Secure your personalized training plan now and benefit from dedicated coach support to achieve your personal best on race day.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:21:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
03:43:00 03:00:00
Strength x2
02:04:00 01:00:00
Run x2
01:51:00 02:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:21:00 01:15:00
Bike
03:43:00 03:00:00
Strength
02:04:00 01:00:00
Run
01:51:00 02:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

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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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