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Beginner Full Distance Training Program. 36 weeks. (15-18 hr/wk).

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Beginner Full Distance Training Program. 36 weeks. (15-18 hr/wk).

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

USA Triathlon and IRONMAN U Certified Coach Justin Roeder

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Length

36 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

Beginner Full Distance Training Program. 36 weeks. (15-18 hr/wk).

Ready to conquer the ultimate endurance challenge of a Full Ironman Distance Triathlon? Look no further! Our comprehensive Beginner Full Distance Training Program is thoughtfully designed to support athletes at the early stages of their triathlon journey.

Over the course of 36 weeks, this program provides a structured and progressive approach, empowering individuals who have completed one or a few sprint or Olympic triathlons to prepare for the rigorous 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run.

The success of this training plan is well-documented, with over 550 BEGINNER triathletes accomplishing their first 140.6 race under its guidance. Safety remains paramount, and our plan ensures a gradual accumulation of volume and intensity to prepare participants for their "A" race with confidence and resilience.

Flexibility is built into the program to accommodate various swim, bike, and run paces. Beginning with just 3 hours per week and progressing up to an 18-hour training week, the plan is tailored to individual needs and schedules.

For enhanced training tracking and analysis, our program seamlessly integrates with all TrainingPeaks compatible smartwatches. Athletes can personalize their experience by choosing either Heart Rate or Rate of Perceived Effort as their training metric, and the plan emphasizes Zone 2 (easy to moderate intensity) to build aerobic capacity effectively.

In addition to the training benefits, participants will receive a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account, granting access to the plan on both mobile and desktop apps. This versatile platform allows for easy event planning, robust data tracking, and detailed graphing to monitor performance progress.

With weight, sleep, hours, fatigue, and stress tracking capabilities, our plan encourages a holistic approach to athletic development, ensuring athletes are in peak condition for the race day.

Join our Beginner Full Distance Training Program today, and let us guide you on your journey to becoming an Ironman. Embrace the challenge, achieve your triathlon dreams, and cross the finish line with confidence, knowing you've trained with a reputable program that has a proven track record of success.


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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:23:00 03:00:00
Swim x3
01:58:00 01:20:00
Bike x3
04:11:00 06:30:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Brick x1
01:39:00 07:30:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:23:00 03:00:00
Swim
01:58:00 01:20:00
Bike
04:11:00 06:30:00
Day Off
—— ——
Brick
01:39:00 07:30:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

IRONMAN Certified Coach Justin Roeder

Roeder Multisport.com: Running and Triathlon Coaching

USA Triathlon Certified Coach

Ironman Certified Coach

Former USA Triathlon Elite ITU Athlete

I specialize in creating custom training plans for athletes of all ability levels looking to improve within the sports of swimming, biking and running. I have coached beginner runners looking to finish their first 5k, competitive Boston Marathon qualifiers, beginner triathletes, and countless Ironman finishers!


  • This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
  • Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
  • Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
  • Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
  • Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
  • Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
  • If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More

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