🔥 BEGINNER MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (FLORIANOPOLIS - BRAZIL 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 BEGINNER MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (FLORIANOPOLIS - BRAZIL 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare to excel on race day with a six-month Middle Distance Triathlon training plan crafted specifically for the stunning and dynamic course in Florianópolis, Brazil. From the calm sunrise swim at Jurerê Internacional Beach to the flat, fast bike along the scenic coastline and the energetic three-loop run, every element of this plan aligns with the course’s unique demands.
✅ Built for First-Time Middle Distance Athletes – Designed for beginners with at least 4–6 weeks of aerobic base training, giving you the endurance foundation needed to thrive on race day.
✅ Swim Confidence in Open Water – Drills, stroke efficiency work, and open-water swim practice ensure you’ll be ready for the warm, calm waters and fast conditions of the 1.9 km swim.
✅ Bike Power & Wind Strategy – Progressive cycling sessions build strength for the 90 km two-loop ride while preparing you for potential coastal winds and sustained aero position efforts.
✅ Run Endurance & Consistency – Structured run training develops pacing control for the flat 21.1 km run, helping you maintain speed across all three loops while enjoying the electric finish-line atmosphere.
✅ Strength & Injury Prevention – Triathlete-specific strength sessions improve core stability, posture, and muscular endurance, critical for sustaining form over the entire race.
✅ Comprehensive, Easy-to-Follow Structure – Each week blends swim, bike, run, and strength work with recovery guidance, RPE-based and heart rate–based intervals, and detailed instructional videos.
✅ Personal Coach Email Support – Get expert feedback and answers to your training questions whenever you need them.
This plan doesn’t just prepare you to finish—it equips you to perform with confidence, efficiency, and enjoyment on one of Brazil’s most scenic Middle Distance Triathlon stages.
➡ Start your Middle Distance Triathlon journey today and train with a plan built for Florianópolis success—complete with personal coach support.
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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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02:59:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:27:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:08:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:59:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:27:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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