🏆 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON VITORIA GASTEIZ - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏆 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON VITORIA GASTEIZ - ADVANCED W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Full Distance Triathlon in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain presents a unique opportunity for endurance athletes: a calm 3.8 km swim in Ulibarri-Gamboa Lake, a scenic 180.2 km bike course through the Álava region and along parts of the Camino de Santiago, and a fast, flat 42.2 km run through the historic streets of the city center. To perform at your best on this beautiful and fast-paced course, a strategic, evidence-based training plan is essential.
This 44-week training plan is designed for serious triathletes aiming to optimize their performance in Vitoria-Gasteiz. It integrates periodized endurance science with practical weekly structure—preparing you for the demands of the course and the race day conditions.
✅ 12-Week Foundation Phase
Build durability and aerobic efficiency with structured progression—from 6 to 10 hours per week—ending with a brick endurance test to assess race-readiness.
✅ 32-Week Full Distance Triathlon Specific Training
Train using a proven 3:1 cycle (3 weeks build, 1 week recovery) tailored to your performance goals. Long rides mimic the course’s terrain, and run sessions mirror the flat, urban loops of the race.
✅ Periodized Performance Progression
Volume builds from 10 hours to 18 hours weekly, peaking in week 39. The final 4-week taper ensures peak freshness for race day.
✅ Comprehensive Training Methods
🧠 Endurance Base Aerobic Training
🔥 VO2 Max & Threshold Intervals
⚡ Anaerobic Power & ATP-PC Sprints
⛰️ Hill Strength + Climbing Accelerations
🏊 Form-focused swim drills for lake conditions
✅ Race-Specific Strategy
Your sessions align with the course profile and average climate—70°F swim, 72°F run. You’ll train to race smart, conserve energy, and finish strong in Plaza España.
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🎯 Ready to take on Vitoria-Gasteiz with purpose, structure, and confidence? Start your training today and prepare to race with strength, strategy, and support.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
04:03:00 | 05:25:00 |
|
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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