The Middle Distance Triathlon Sanremo is no ordinary race. From the calm but salty waters of the Ligurian Sea to the demanding 17 km climb to Passo Ghimbegna and the fast, scenic coastal run, this course rewards athletes who arrive with the right preparation. This triathlon training plan is built to help you master every challenge Sanremo presents—whether that’s sustaining power on a long ascent, descending with precision, or maintaining pace on a flat, fast run along the Mediterranean.

Designed for competitive Masters triathletes over 40, this 24-week program combines progressive periodization, power-based cycling, structured swim sessions, and run pacing strategies that directly reflect the course profile. By race day, you’ll have the endurance, strength, and mental resilience to thrive in Sanremo’s unique conditions.

✅ Climb-Ready Cycling – Targeted workouts build sustained climbing power for the Passo Ghimbegna’s 1,500 m elevation gain, paired with technical drills for confident descending through Bajardo and the Poggio di Sanremo.
✅ Open-Water Swim Conditioning – Sessions replicate Sanremo’s calm yet salty sea swim, improving sighting, pacing, and comfort in a single-loop 1.9 km format.
✅ Flat, Fast Run Pacing – Specific run workouts mirror the Sanremo–Ospedaletti pathway, including sustained efforts to simulate the Capo Nero tunnel’s rhythm changes.
✅ Masters-Focused Strength – Functional strength and mobility training reduce injury risk and improve durability for athletes over 40.
✅ Endurance-to-Speed Transition – Builds a strong aerobic base, then sharpens into threshold and VO₂ max intervals for peak race readiness.

With heart rate, RPE, and power-based guidance, plus video swim drills and strength training demos, you’ll train with precision. Each workout is crafted for sustainable progress—peaking at about 12.5 hours per week—while respecting the recovery needs of Masters athletes.

💡 Your race-day advantage begins long before the starting horn. Invest in a plan that aligns with Sanremo’s demands and your personal performance goals. Includes personalized email coach support for guidance, feedback, and adjustments along the way.

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