INTERMEDIATE MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WKS (FORTE VILLAGE - SARDINIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
INTERMEDIATE MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WKS (FORTE VILLAGE - SARDINIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare to excel on one of the most breathtaking and technically challenging courses in the sport. The Middle Distance Triathlon Forte Village Sardinia Italy offers crystal-clear open-water swimming, a stunning yet demanding coastal ride, and a picturesque run along historic and sandy shores. This 24-week triathlon training plan is engineered to help you perform at your peak when you take on this unforgettable event.
✅ Swim-Ready Confidence – Master open-water skills for the 1.9 km swim in the turquoise waters off Forte Village Resort. Drills and interval sets improve breathing efficiency, sighting, and stroke power so you’re ready for a fast, controlled start.
✅ Bike-Handling Mastery – The 90 km single-lap ride features technical turns, rolling terrain, and a thrilling 7 km descent on one of the world’s most scenic coastal roads. Power-based intervals, hill repeats, and bike-handling drills ensure you’re prepared for both speed and control on newly paved roads.
✅ Run Endurance & Strength – The 21 km run takes you along Santa Margherita di Pula beach to the Cala d’Ostia tower, blending flat stretches with subtle terrain changes. Our structured run workouts—tempo sessions, brick runs, and pace control drills—equip you to hold form and pace deep into the race.
✅ Science-Backed Structure – Built around heart rate and power zones, the plan follows a 3:1 training cycle (three weeks build, one week recovery) to maximize adaptation and reduce injury risk.
✅ Full-Triathlon Fitness – Strength training, VO₂ max intervals, anaerobic threshold work, and endurance progression sessions sharpen performance across all three disciplines, preparing you not only for this Middle Distance but also for a future Full Distance Triathlon.
✅ Personalized Coaching Support – Includes direct email access to your coach for tailored advice and adjustments, keeping your training aligned with your goals and schedule.
From your first open-water stroke to the final sprint down the finish chute in the heart of Forte Village Resort, this plan ensures every workout moves you closer to your best race yet.
🏆 Take the next step toward your strongest Middle Distance Triathlon performance—start your 24-week plan today and race Forte Village Sardinia with confidence.
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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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02:58:00 | 03:20:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:09:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:58:00 | 03:20:00 | |
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:09:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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