MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (VIEUX - BOUCAU 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
MASTERS 40+ MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (VIEUX - BOUCAU 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare to race with confidence on the fast, scenic, and spectator-friendly course of the Middle Distance Triathlon Vieux Boucau France. This 36-week program is built for competitive Masters athletes over 40 who want to excel across the sheltered marine lake swim, the flat-and-fast pine forest bike loop, and the lakeside run with roaring crowd support.
✅ Phase 1 – Base (12 Weeks): Build aerobic endurance and core strength to handle the smooth 1.9 km saltwater swim and maintain consistent output on the steady bike terrain.
✅ Phase 2 – Build & Peak (24 Weeks): Develop power for sustained speed on flat roads, sharpen pacing for the 4-lap run circuit, and practice efficient transitions for a seamless race-day flow.
Masters-Focused Performance Features
📊 Heart Rate & Power-Based Training for precision pacing across swim, bike, and run.
🏋️ Strength Training for Over-40 Athletes to preserve muscle, improve joint durability, and enhance race resilience.
🌊 Integrated Swim Drills to perfect sighting and technique in calm, open-water conditions.
🚴 Brick Sessions & VO₂ Max Intervals for mastering sustained output and quick adaptation between disciplines.
📅 3:1 Periodized Load & Recovery to support steady progress and avoid overtraining.
This plan gradually builds from ~7.5 to 12 hours per week, ensuring you arrive at the start line prepared to sustain speed, manage effort, and thrive in Vieux Boucau’s unique landscape of sand dunes, pine forests, and ocean breezes.
Whether you’re moving up from Olympic distance or returning after a break, this structured endurance program will give you the fitness, efficiency, and confidence to deliver your best Middle Distance Triathlon performance yet.
🔥 Start your journey today and race Vieux Boucau at your peak – includes personalized email coach support to keep you motivated and on track.
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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
|
01:42:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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01:16:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:31:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 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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