🏅 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON LAKE PLACID - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏅 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON LAKE PLACID - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Racing the Full Distance Triathlon Lake Placid demands more than just determination—it requires a smart, structured training approach built for the unique terrain, weather, and physical demands of this iconic race.
🏊 Swim Prepared for Mirror Lake:
Our 12-week foundational phase builds your swim technique from the ground up. With guided drills and video instruction, you’ll gain confidence navigating the calm but chilly (72°F/22°C) waters of Mirror Lake. Training emphasizes pacing and open-water skills—critical for executing the two-loop swim supported by the lake’s famous underwater cable.
🚴 Climb Strong in the Adirondacks:
Lake Placid’s 112-mile bike course is one of the toughest in triathlon, with nearly 8,000 feet of elevation and key sections like the “Keene Descent” and “Papa Bear Hill.” Our 24-week training phase focuses heavily on hill strength, sustained climbing, and long aerobic rides to match the physical and mental challenge of this course. Strategic brick sessions simulate race-day fatigue and terrain to help you ride and run strong, even after hard climbs.
🏃 Endure the Marathon with Confidence:
The final leg—a hilly 26.2-mile run through Lake Placid Village and River Road—requires resilience and pacing mastery. This plan includes tempo runs, negative splits, and run-off-the-bike workouts to condition your body for rolling hills and cumulative fatigue. July temperatures average a cool 63°F (17°C), and your training will reflect this, helping you adapt and race efficiently.
✅ 12-week skill-building foundation phase
✅ 24-week progressive endurance build
✅ Integrated brick workouts to simulate race day
✅ Open-water swim strategies and hill training emphasis
✅ Weekly structure that supports adaptation and reduces injury risk
✅ Personalized email coach support for accountability and guidance
Whether you're new to long-course racing or stepping up to your first Full Distance Triathlon, this plan prepares you with purpose.
Take the next step—invest in your training and build the fitness, skill, and mental readiness you need to finish strong in Lake Placid. Let’s get started today.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:42:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Bike
x2
|
02:19:00 | 05:30:00 |
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Run
x2
|
02:13:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:42:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:19:00 | 05:30:00 | |
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02:13:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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