🏆2026 HALF DISTANCE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏆2026 HALF DISTANCE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Experience the perfect blend of structure, progression, and purpose built for the stunning Half Distance Triathlon in Northern California. This 44-week plan strategically prepares you for the unique challenges of the Whiskeytown Lake swim, the rolling 56-mile Shasta County bike leg, and the scenic yet spirited run along the Sacramento River Trail and Sundial Bridge.
🌅 Swim Prepared, Race Confident
Your training begins with open-water sessions and swim drills designed to build comfort, control, and rhythm in calm lake conditions—mirroring the one-lap, 1.2-mile swim in Whiskeytown Lake. The plan progressively strengthens your endurance and efficiency for steady pacing in 76°F (24°C) waters, ensuring a composed and confident start to race day.
🚴♂️ Ride with Power and Precision
With workouts designed for variable terrain, this program simulates the rolling elevation and net descent of the Shasta County course. Structured bike sessions focus on power output, sustained tempo efforts, and handling efficiency—ideal for maintaining momentum through elevation changes. Weekly long rides and race-specific bricks build the strength and endurance needed to sustain speed through all 56 miles.
🏃♀️ Run Strong from Start to Finish
Run sessions mirror the scenic yet technical flow of the Sacramento River Trail. You’ll develop muscular endurance and pacing discipline with structured tempo and negative-split runs, preparing you to thrive across bridges and parks, finishing strong near Redding’s vibrant downtown finish line.
💪 Comprehensive Athletic Development
✅ Strength & conditioning integrated weekly for injury prevention and performance
✅ Heart-rate and power-based structure for precise progression
✅ VO₂ and threshold training phases to elevate aerobic capacity
✅ “B” & “C” races built into the plan to test readiness and sharpen confidence
📩 Personalized Coach Support Included
Every athlete receives direct email support from Coach Paul M. Johnson—guidance tailored to your needs throughout your journey.
🔥 Your Half Distance Triathlon Success Starts Here
Embrace the proven 44-week path designed to help you perform your best on Northern California’s breathtaking course. Build strength, endurance, and confidence—every workout moves you closer to your finish-line moment.
👉 Start your journey today and experience the Andiamo²® difference.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:43:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:59:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:43:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:59:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:29:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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