ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (TEXAS - THE WOODLANDS 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (TEXAS - THE WOODLANDS 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Are you ready to rise to the challenge of the Full Distance Triathlon Texas, the prestigious North American Championship? This course in The Woodlands demands strategic training, mental toughness, and precision execution. From the 2.4-mile point-to-point swim in Lake Woodlands to the exposed 112-mile bike ride on Hardy Toll Road and the spectator-packed 26.2-mile run along Waterway Ave, every leg tests your preparation. Expect warm race-day conditions with temperatures reaching 83°F (28°C), unpredictable wind, and sustained sun exposure.
Our 36-Week Advanced Full Distance Triathlon Texas Training Plan is specifically engineered to help you perform your best on this course. Built for experienced athletes, this plan will sharpen your endurance, power, and pacing through a structured, phase-based program that aligns with the demands of Texas’ unique terrain and climate.
What’s Inside the Plan:
▶ Base Phase (12 Weeks)
Build a powerful aerobic foundation with weekly training volume increasing from 6 to 9.5 hours. This phase ends with a benchmark brick session to assess your progress.
▶ Full Distance Triathlon Phase (24 Weeks)
Maximize performance with 10 to 18 hours per week of targeted sessions. Includes “B” and “C” race opportunities to test strategy and build confidence leading into your championship event.
Key Performance Features:
Swim Mastery – Video instruction and skill-based drills tailored to improve open-water speed and form.
Dynamic Brick Sessions – Prepare for fast bike-to-run transitions with sessions designed to mimic race intensity.
Run & Bike Intervals – Heart rate and power-based workouts to build speed, endurance, and mental grit.
Advanced Modules Include:
Endurance Base + Aerobic Mile Development
VO2 Max and Threshold Training
Anaerobic Power and Sprint Intervals
This is more than a training schedule—it’s a full system to optimize your performance at the Full Distance Triathlon Texas. Whether you're racing to qualify for Kona or to crush a personal best, this plan ensures you're ready for every turn, hill, and heat wave.
Make your training count. Prepare with purpose. Race with power.
Get the 36-Week Full Distance Triathlon Texas Training Plan now and take the first step toward your strongest race yet.
Unleash your potential—start your journey to the Texas finish line today.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
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03:45:00 | 05:25:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:42:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:09:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:52:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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03:45:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:09:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:52:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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