You’ve already proven you can go the distance—but now it’s time to go faster, stronger, and smarter. The Full Distance Triathlon Japan is unlike any other: an epic full distance triathlon journey through calm northern seas, expressway bike routes without stoplights, and flat, fast countryside loops. This isn’t just a race—it’s a performance opportunity. And our 36-week Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan for Intermediate Athletes is built to deliver your breakthrough.
🎯 Why This Plan Works for You—The Serious Intermediate Athlete:
This is no cookie-cutter schedule. Every workout in this plan has been engineered for purpose, precision, and performance.
✔️ 12-week endurance base phase — dial in aerobic conditioning and efficiency
✔️ 24-week build + peak phase — focus on threshold, VO₂ max, and long endurance across all three disciplines
✔️ 3:1 periodization model — balance gains and recovery for sustainable, long-term progress
🌊 Swim — 3.8km in the Legendary Tsugaru Kaikyo
Glide confidently through ocean water with guided video drills and open-water progressions.
✅ VO₂-focused swim intervals to boost sustained effort
✅ Stroke refinement and breathing efficiency
✅ Open-water simulation sets to prep for race conditions
🚴 Bike — 180km on the Hakodate-Esashi Expressway
No stoplights. No traffic. Just you, the road, and the rhythm of peak output.
✅ Power- and HR-based bike intervals for precision gains
✅ Long rides that build strategic pacing and fueling habits
✅ Brick workouts to hardwire seamless transitions
🏃 Run — 42.2km of Fast, Flat Roads in Kikonai
Whether you're chasing a PR or holding strong through the final miles, this plan builds lasting durability.
✅ Threshold, VO₂, and tempo run sets for speed and stamina
✅ Endurance runs with integrated pacing targets
✅ Race-day simulations for mental and physical readiness
💪 Bonus Training Tools to Maximize Every Mile:
✔️ Strength workouts tailored to triathletes with video demos
✔️ Mobility + recovery protocols to keep you injury-free and consistent
✔️ Video-based swim drills to refine form and improve economy
✔️ Structured sessions by heart rate, power, or pace—train smarter, not harder
✔️ Email access to expert coach support for real-time answers, feedback, and motivation
🔥 This plan is your edge. Your structure. Your confidence on race day.
If you're ready to level up—ready to race not just to finish but to compete—this plan was built for you.
👉 Take the next step. Commit to your best Full Distance Triathlon performance yet—with coaching that supports your goals every step of the way. Let's go win Japan.
Register Here
EXPLORE MORE JAPAN TRAINING OPTIONS
DISCOVER MORE PATHS TO YOUR FINISH LINE →
Have questions? Need help in selecting a plan? Let's Chat!
Want To Get The Most Out Of This Training Plan? — Click Here To Learn More About Andiamo²® Self-Coached Options, Training Plan Purchase Benefits, and How To Receive Your FREE Run Gait Video Analysis!
NAVIGATE OUR ENTIRE TRAINING PLAN CATALOG
*to chat disable VPN
Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²® family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.