🥇 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON LAKE PLACID - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🥇 2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON LAKE PLACID - INTERMEDIATE W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Full Distance Triathlon Lake Placid begins by tackling a 2.4-mile swim in the calm, clear waters of Mirror Lake, where an underwater cable eases navigation on this two-loop course. The 112-mile bike leg winds through the Adirondacks with nearly 8,000 feet of elevation gain, featuring iconic segments like the Keene Descent and Papa Bear Hill. The race finishes with a 26.2-mile run on rolling hills through Lake Placid Village and River Road. With July temperatures ranging from 63°F–72°F (17–22°C), athletes must be well-prepared for terrain, weather, and race-day fatigue.
Our structured 44-week Full Distance Triathlon training plan is specifically designed to meet the unique demands of this course, whether you're a first-timer or returning to improve.
✅ Foundation First (Weeks 1–12): Build endurance and resilience with progressive swim, bike, and run sessions. Start with 4.5 hours/week and steadily increase to 8 hours, preparing your body for more intensive load without overtraining.
✅ Course-Specific Preparation (Weeks 13–44): The remaining 32 weeks focus on interval bike workouts, brick sessions to simulate transition fatigue, and long runs mimicking River Road’s rolling terrain. Athletes gradually peak at 16 training hours/week, ensuring readiness for Lake Placid’s elevation profile.
✅ Swim with Confidence: Open water swim drills and sighting practice prepare you for Mirror Lake’s two-loop course and potential race-day conditions.
✅ Bike Stronger, Climb Smarter: Targeted hill intervals and power-based sessions build strength and efficiency for climbing and descending through the Adirondacks.
✅ Run with Purpose: Weekly long runs and tempo efforts help manage fatigue and pacing across Lake Placid’s undulating course.
✅ Injury Prevention + Strength Training: Integrated mobility and strength sessions reduce injury risk while building muscular endurance crucial for race day.
📧 Coach Support Included: Every plan includes personalized email access to a certified triathlon coach—answering your questions, guiding your progression, and adjusting the plan as needed.
🎯 Train smart. Build confidence. Arrive at the Lake Placid start line fully prepared.
Start your Full Distance Triathlon journey today—get the plan built for this course and built for you.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
---|---|---|
Bike
x3
|
02:55:00 | 05:25:00 |
Swim
x3
|
01:58:00 | 01:30:00 |
Run
x3
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 |
Strength
x2
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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|
02:55:00 | 05:25:00 | |
|
01:58:00 | 01:30:00 | |
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
01:32:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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