MASTERS 40+ HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (ALGHERO - ITALY 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
MASTERS 40+ HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (ALGHERO - ITALY 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Every session in this Half Distance Masters 40+ Triathlon Training Plan is built to prepare you for Alghero’s stunning yet challenging course—from the calm emerald bay swim to the rolling Mediterranean roads and coastal run through the old town. Over 44 weeks, you’ll develop the endurance, strength, and race-day confidence needed to perform at your best in one of Italy’s most scenic triathlons.
🌊 Swim Ready for San Giovanni Beach
Progressive open-water workouts mirror Alghero’s 1.9 km protected harbor swim. Technique drills and pacing sets improve efficiency and comfort in 18 °C waters, ensuring you start strong and relaxed.
🚴 Build Power for the 90 km Coastal Ride
Structured power- and heart-rate-based bike sessions prepare you for the 850 m of climbing and ever-changing scenery around Porto Conte. Bricks combine cycling and running to refine your pacing along the coastline and sharpen transitions for race day.
🏃 Run the Harbor Loops with Confidence
Tempo and endurance runs simulate Alghero’s three-loop coastal run, blending aerobic conditioning with race-pace work. The plan’s periodized 3:1 structure promotes fitness gains while reducing fatigue.
💪 Masters-Focused Strength & Recovery
Integrated gym sessions target muscular endurance and joint stability—critical for athletes 40+—helping you stay strong and resilient through every training phase.
🔹 Key Benefits
✅ Smart Device compatible structured workouts
✅ VO₂ and anaerobic intervals for speed and efficiency
✅ Video-guided swim drills and strength routines
✅ Personalized email coach support throughout the plan
Prepare with purpose, build confidence through structure, and arrive in Alghero ready to perform your best.
Start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today and let personalized coach support guide every step toward your finish line.
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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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01:02:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
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02:45:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:47:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:25:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
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01:02:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:45:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:47:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:25:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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