ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (FRANCE - NICE 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 44 WEEKS - (FRANCE - NICE 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Racing the Full Distance Triathlon in Nice, France demands more than determination — it requires strategy, structure, and support. From the warm Mediterranean swim at Plage des Ponchettes to the punishing climbs of the Parc Naturel des PréAlpes d’Azur and the blazing-hot run along the Promenade des Anglais, this course is as rewarding as it is relentless. That’s why we created the 44-week Advanced Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan — designed specifically for athletes ready to rise to this challenge.
✅ What You Get:
🔥 12-Week Foundation Phase
Build your endurance engine. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or returning from a break, this phase helps you develop resilience and aerobic base. Weekly hours progress from 6 to 10, with a key Brick test in week 12.
📆 32-Week Full Distance Triathlon Training Block
Our specialized structure follows a proven 3:1 rhythm (3 weeks training, 1 week recovery) to maximize performance and avoid burnout.
⏰ Progressive Volume & Intensity
Training time builds from 10 to 18 hours weekly, peaking in week 39, followed by a 4-week taper for race-day readiness.
🏊♀️🚴♂️🏃♀️ Multi-Zone Performance Training
✔️ Endurance Base & Aerobic Development
✔️ VO₂ Max & Anaerobic Threshold Workouts
✔️ ATP-PC Sprint Power & Hill Acceleration Training
✔️ Heat adaptation strategies for 82°F (28°C) run conditions
✔️ Specific climbing prep for Col de Vence, Col de l’Ecre & Pugets (10–15% grades)
📬 Bonus: Ongoing Email Coach Support
Have a question mid-plan? Need to adjust for travel or illness? Our coach is one message away. Get real guidance to stay on track.
💥 Why It Works for Nice
This isn't a generic plan. It's built for the specific demands of the Nice Full Distance Triathlon:
🏖️ Two-loop ocean swim with rolling starts and warm temps
⛰️ Technical 112-mile bike featuring 9 km climbs and sharp descents
☀️ Hot, flat 4-loop marathon where pacing and hydration make or break your day
🎯 Ready to Commit?
Train smart. Race strong. Cross that iconic finish line on the Promenade with no regrets.
👉 Start your Full Distance Triathlon journey today — and race Nice with confidence.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
|
04:03:00 | 05:25:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:50:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:28:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:46:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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04:03:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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01:50:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:28:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:46:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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