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Half and long distance triathlon - Advanced Base 2 (Focus Bike Strength Endurance)

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Half and long distance triathlon - Advanced Base 2 (Focus Bike Strength Endurance)

Includes Structured Workouts

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Author

Marcus Kahler & Bernard Klitzke

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Length

12 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

Advanced Training Plan for Cycling Muscular Endurance: Specialized Focus for Half and Full Distance Triathletes

Elevate your performance in half and full-distance triathlons with our advanced training plan designed to specifically enhance your muscular endurance on the bike. This program builds on our foundational triathlon training plan, adding specific elements tailored to boost your power and stamina during the cycling segment of your races.

Program Highlights:

Weekly Training Time: Continuing with a robust 12-hour schedule, this plan intensifies focus on cycling while maintaining a balanced triathlon training regimen.

Cycling-Specific Workouts: Incorporate high-intensity bike sessions that challenge your muscular endurance and improve your ability to sustain high power outputs over extended periods. These workouts are designed to simulate race conditions and prepare you for the demands of competitive cycling in long-distance events.

Integrated Training Approach: While the emphasis is on cycling, the plan maintains a holistic approach, ensuring continued development in swimming and running to keep you well-rounded and competition-ready.

Progression: Tailored to build on your existing capabilities, this plan adapts intensity and volume based on progress Advanced Training Plan 1

Experience Requirement: Ideal for athletes who have completed our initial triathlon training plan or have equivalent training experience, and are looking to specifically enhance their cycling performance in long-distance triathlons.

With this targeted training plan, you’ll not only see improvements in your cycling endurance but also experience overall performance enhancements across all triathlon disciplines. Get ready to push your limits and achieve new personal records with a scientifically structured program focused on advanced cycling endurance.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x6
07:02:00 02:00:00
Run x3
00:46:00 00:50:00
Swim x3
5,450m 3,000m
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
07:02:00 02:00:00
Run
00:46:00 00:50:00
Swim
5,450m 3,000m

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

Marcus Kahler

Coach Kahler

Marcus Kahler envisions empowering athletes to reach their peak performance through personalized, science-based training. With over 35 years in sports science, exercise physiology and neuroscience, he leverages advanced diagnostics and a holistic approach to boost endurance, technique, and mental resilience. Based near Zurich, Switzerland, Marcus is dedicated to fostering a supportive, healthy training environment where athletes can thrive and achieve their goals.


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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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