2026 FULL DISTANCE NEW ZEALAND TRIATHLON - ADVANCED - W/AI🤖 RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 FULL DISTANCE NEW ZEALAND TRIATHLON - ADVANCED - W/AI🤖 RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train to Conquer the Full Distance Triathlon New Zealand – Taupō's Legendary Challenge
Are you ready to take on the Full Distance Triathlon New Zealand—an event second only to Kona in legacy and impact? Held in Taupō, this iconic race offers more than just a finish line—it delivers a soul-stirring experience defined by crystal-clear waters, rolling countryside, and the warm embrace of one of the world’s most passionate triathlon communities.
Our 36-Week Full Distance Triathlon Advanced Training Plan is purpose-built for athletes targeting this unforgettable race. With the average lake temperature hovering around 65°F (18°C) and race-day highs near 74°F (23°C), this plan prepares you for ideal—but deceptively demanding—conditions across all disciplines.
How This Plan Prepares You for Taupō:
✔️ Base Phase (12 weeks): Lay your endurance foundation with progressive weekly volume (6–9.5 hours), and cap this phase with a performance benchmark brick session.
✔️ Full Distance Phase (24 weeks): Peak strategically with race-focused blocks, "B" and "C" event windows, and weekly training volumes ranging from 10 to 18 hours.
Performance-Driven Features:
✔️ Swim Mastery: Instructional videos and precision swim drills designed to improve efficiency and confidence in Lake Taupō's calm waters.
✔️ Dynamic Brick Workouts: Build critical bike-to-run strength with back-to-back sessions tailored for multi-lap terrain and transitions.
✔️ Heart Rate & Power-Based Intervals: Dial in your pacing with smart, structured workouts for both bike and run.
Specialized Modules Include:
✔️ Endurance Base & Aerobic Mile Conditioning
✔️ VO2 Max Interval Development
✔️ Anaerobic Threshold & Power Sessions
✔️ Climbing-Focused Intervals to match Taupō’s rolling bike course
This plan doesn't just guide you—it transforms you. You'll gain confidence, precision, and resilience as you train with purpose toward one of the most revered full distance triathlons on the planet.
You’ve committed to the race. Now commit to the journey.
Equip yourself with the tools to succeed. Make your training count and show up in Taupō ready to race your best.
👉 Get the Full Distance Triathlon New Zealand Plan Today and Unleash Your Full Potential!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Bike
x3
|
03:45:00 | 05:25:00 |
Swim
x3
|
01:42:00 | 01:30:00 |
Run
x2
|
02:10:00 | 03:00:00 |
Strength
x2
|
01:53:00 | 01:00:00 |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
---|---|---|---|
|
03:45:00 | 05:25:00 | |
|
01:42:00 | 01:30:00 | |
|
02:10:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
01:53:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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