Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan - 20 Weeks
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This training plan is designed for the intermediate/advanced triathlete looking to move up in distance to the Half Distance Triathlon (Half IM) or to improve upon a previous race result.
This plan averages approx 13 hrs / week (maximum of ~18 hrs) and begins with three (3) swims, three (3) bikes, and three (3) runs. Over time, two (2) additional runs are added in the form of "bricks" (bike + run). Two (2) weekly strength training sessions are also built into the plan. Prior to beginning the training plan, the athlete should be training consistently and should be able to comfortably complete 2600 yards of swimming, 1hr 15min of cycling and 45 min of running.
- 3 Swims
- 3 Bikes
- 5 Runs*
- 2 Strength Training Sessions
* 2 of the Bikes are "Bricks" (Bike + Run) and include relatively short runs immediately after the bike workout.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Run
x3
|
3:14 hrs | 2:30 hrs |
Bike
x3
|
4:19 hrs | 4:00 hrs |
Swim
x3
|
2:44 hrs | 1:35 hrs |
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
Strength
x1
|
0:40 hrs | 0:45 hrs |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
3:14 hrs | 2:30 hrs | |
|
4:19 hrs | 4:00 hrs | |
|
2:44 hrs | 1:35 hrs | |
|
—— | —— | |
|
0:40 hrs | 0:45 hrs |