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BEGINNER MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WKS (FORTE VILLAGE - SARDINIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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BEGINNER MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WKS (FORTE VILLAGE - SARDINIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

36 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

Prepare to excel at the Middle Distance Triathlon Challenge Forte Village Sardinia Italy with this expertly designed 36-week training plan tailored for beginners and aspiring triathletes. This comprehensive triathlon training plan equips you with the endurance, strength, and technique required to master each demanding leg of this iconic race.

The swim portion of the Middle Distance Triathlon takes place in crystal-clear waters off the Forte Village Resort beach. Our plan’s initial 12-week base phase builds your swimming skills through instructional video drills focused on efficiency and open water confidence, perfectly preparing you for this 1.9 km swim.

Next, the bike leg challenges you with a 90 km single-lap course on fully closed, freshly renewed roads that wind through stunning Sardinian coastal towns. The route’s technical sections and a notable 7 km descent demand powerful, controlled cycling. Our progressive bike training sessions develop endurance, tempo riding, and hill handling skills, ensuring you glide smoothly through the race’s breathtaking but demanding terrain.

The run segment features a scenic two-lap 21 km course along Santa Margherita di Pula beach and the historic city center, finishing inside Forte Village Resort. The training plan’s tailored run workouts focus on pacing, building aerobic capacity, and adapting to the coastal environment’s unique challenges, helping you maintain strength through the final stretch.

Key benefits of this Middle Distance Triathlon training plan include:

✅ Gradual, periodized progression from foundational endurance to race-specific intensity
✅ Swim technique drills and open-water preparation for confident race-day performance
✅ Structured bike workouts to master technical descents and maintain power over long distances
✅ Run sessions designed to improve pacing, stamina, and finish-line strength
✅ Strength training videos to enhance muscle resilience and injury prevention
✅ Personalized email coach support to guide you every step of the way

This triathlon training plan perfectly aligns with the scenic yet demanding Forte Village course, setting you up for a confident and powerful race day. Elevate your triathlon experience and embrace the challenge with expert guidance and proven methods.

Start your journey toward Middle Distance Triathlon success today. Invest in a plan that transforms potential into achievement with personalized coaching support tailored to your progress. Take action now and make your race dreams a reality!

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:20:00 01:15:00
Bike x3
02:29:00 03:00:00
Run x3
01:47:00 02:00:00
Strength x2
01:08:00 00:55:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:20:00 01:15:00
Bike
02:29:00 03:00:00
Run
01:47:00 02:00:00
Strength
01:08:00 00:55:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

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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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