Senior 60+ athletes do not need less ambition. They need training stress allocated with greater precision. This 24-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is designed for experienced athletes preparing for Davao, Philippines who want to maintain strength, aerobic durability, and race-day performance while giving recovery the same attention as workload.
Davao combines a 1.9 km open-water swim with a 90 km two-lap bike course totaling approximately 473 meters of elevation gain, followed by a 21.1 km two-lap run. Warm, humid tropical conditions add another layer to the challenge, making controlled effort, efficient movement, fueling, and the ability to preserve form late in the race especially important.
You should begin able to swim 1,500 meters comfortably, ride 30 miles steadily, and run 5 miles consistently.
Training starts around 7.5 hours per week and peaks near 12.5 hours. Rather than relying on continuous build cycles, the plan uses a 2:1 structure: two progressive weeks followed by recovery. That gives demanding sessions room to work without allowing fatigue to simply accumulate.
Early low-intensity endurance develops the aerobic foundation required for Davao’s 113 km race. VO2 max and threshold work are introduced strategically as the program progresses, supporting higher-end aerobic capacity and the ability to respond to changes in effort across the bike and run.
Senior-specific resistance training places strength, mobility, muscle balance, and bone-loading work alongside endurance training rather than treating them as extras. Neuromuscular and transition-focused sessions support coordination and movement efficiency when fatigue begins to influence mechanics.
RPE, heart rate, and power provide clear training targets. Video swim drills help refine stroke efficiency, and structured workouts can sync with compatible smart training devices for straightforward execution.
Race planning is also included. Estimate potential performance with the Race Predictor Calculator, organize swim, bike, and run pacing with the Race Pace Strategy Calculator, and use the Triathlon Fueling Calculator to develop a fueling approach for Davao’s warm conditions. Personalized email coach support is available throughout the plan when questions arise.
Choose this 24-week Senior 60+ Half Distance Triathlon plan when you want preparation that balances performance and recovery while building the durability, strength, pacing control, and confidence needed for Davao.
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