Dr. Dan Plews. Kona AG Record Holder. Zwift + TrainingPeaks Virtual Compatible Workouts. Endure IQ.
COMPETITIVE "FULL DISTANCE" 21 weeks:
For the competitive AG "FULL DISTANCE" triathlete looking to train close to 18+ hours per week. Take note of the CTL range for completing a training build like this. Some good fitness and chronic training load are required. This 21-week plan includes General Phase, Specific Phase, Competitive Phase, and concluding with a 2-week Taper. In the General phase, the focus is to increase your maximal aerobic function, with a small amount of strength and short VO2max intervals (2 blocks). The Specific phase focus on building aerobic capacity with some challenging cycling sessions (1 block). The Competition phase includes very specific work, with a lot of quality prior to the race. You will need to be in reasonably good condition to complete this program and recommended for a competitive triathlete. There is also a two-week taper to get you in tip shop shape for race day. Build weeks will fall between 15-19 hours while recovery weeks will fall between 12-16 hours of training per week. First week of taper 10 hours into 9 hours the week of event.
Dr. Dan Plews. Kona AG Record Holder. Zwift + TrainingPeaks Virtual Compatible Workouts. Endure IQ.
Written by Dr Dan Plews, the Endure IQ training plans include the perfect mix of science, education and practical application. We believe the scientific principles of training should not be left for only professional athletes, these principles transcend to all triathletes of all levels. Ensuring you get the most out of every session. Critical for the time-crunched athlete.