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25 Week Full Distance Triathlon | Intermediate (Beg Swim) | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support

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25 Week Full Distance Triathlon | Intermediate (Beg Swim) | Highly Efficient | Free Coach Support

Includes Structured Workouts

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


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Author

Chris Searle - Efficient Endurance - Free Email Support

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Length

25 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

Triathlon
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25-Week Intermediate Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan


This 25-week plan is designed for intermediate athletes striving for steady progress, improved endurance, and a confident race-day performance.

The Benefits for You



  • Boost Performance: Every session is purpose-driven to enhance endurance, strength, and race-day sharpness.

  • Progress with Purpose: A structured 25-week plan that balances training and recovery for optimal improvement.

  • Confidence on Race Day: Develop fitness, pacing, and race strategies to ensure a strong and successful performance.

Targets of the Plan



  • Improve Endurance and Efficiency: Develop the stamina to sustain strong performances across all three disciplines.

  • Refine Race Pacing and Strategy: Train at targeted intensities to optimize energy use and race execution.

  • Achieve a Consistent and Confident Race-Day Performance: Build resilience through structured progression to finish strong.

Structured Progression



  • Phase 1: Establish baseline fitness and set training zones.

  • Phase 2: Increase volume and intensify sessions as the body adapts.

  • Phase 3: Maximize training load and introduce race-pace efforts.

  • Phase 4: Build race simulations and sustained endurance efforts.

  • Phase 5: Taper and peak, reducing volume for recovery while maintaining intensity.

Who Is This Plan For?



  • Ambitious Athletes: Ideal for those looking to improve endurance and race readiness.

  • Focused Competitors: Designed for those committed to structured progression without risk of overtraining.

  • Developing Swimmers: Best suited for athletes expecting to be in the final third of the swim pack, aiming to improve efficiency and endurance.

This Plan Is Ideal for Athletes Who Can:



  • Swim consistently between 2:30 and 3:30 per 100 meters.

  • Cycle comfortably for 2 hours.

  • Run for an hour and a half.

What You Get



  • 6–8 sessions per week, including endurance, speed, and race-specific workouts.

  • 2 Swim Sessions: Focused on enhancing technique and building endurance.

  • 2 Bike Sessions: Targeting power and race-specific intensity.

  • 2 Run Sessions: Designed to build stamina and pacing control.

  • 1 Strength Session: Enhancing overall athleticism and injury resilience.

  • 1-2 Rest Days: Crucial for recovery and maintaining consistency.

Why This Plan Works



  • Optimized Training: A proven progression structure that ensures continuous improvement.

  • Smartwatch Integration: Sync sessions for live tracking and real-time feedback.

  • Expert Support: Receive personal email guidance throughout your training.

  • Purpose-Driven Sessions: Every workout is structured to ensure race readiness.


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Start Your Journey


Imagine crossing the finish line of your Full Distance Tri triathlon, knowing you’ve trained with purpose and pushed your limits. This plan is thoughtfully structured to ensure every session counts.


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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x3
04:50:00 06:00:00
Other x3
00:02:00 00:15:00
Day Off x2
—— ——
Run x2
01:51:00 02:06:00
Swim x2
02:05:00 01:45:00
strength x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
04:50:00 06:00:00
Other
00:02:00 00:15:00
Day Off
—— ——
Run
01:51:00 02:06:00
Swim
02:05:00 01:45:00
strength
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

Chris Searle

Efficient Endurance

At Efficient Endurance, we are committed to assisting individuals in elevating their running, cycling, and swimming capabilities. We offer professional, detailed technique and endurance coaching services to help you in your journey.


  • 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

Refund Policy

This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.

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