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ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (PORTUGAL-CASCAIS 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (PORTUGAL-CASCAIS 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

36 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

Full Distance Triathlon in Cascais requires a smart, progressive strategy built for results. With its cold Atlantic swim (17–19°C), technical and scenic 180km bike course through the Portuguese Riviera, and a rolling 42.2km run along the coastal cliffs to Cabo Raso, this race will test every aspect of your endurance, power, and mental toughness.

Our 36-Week Full Distance Triathlon Advanced Training Plan is engineered specifically for high-performance athletes like you—those who want to compete, not just complete.

✅ How This Plan Prepares You for Portugal:
✅ 12-Week Base Phase
Gradually build your aerobic engine with 6 to 9.5 hours of structured training per week—perfect for adapting to early-season intensity without burnout. Brick test sessions help simulate race-day transitions from the start.

✅ 24-Week Full Distance Phase
Ramp up to 18 hours weekly with progressive volume, peak-specific training blocks, and built-in race windows for "B" and "C" tune-up events.

✅ Swim-Specific Drills
Refine open-water form and efficiency to confidently tackle the single-loop swim across Cascais Bay.

✅ Bike Strength & Speed Intervals
Conquer the two-loop coastal ride and the Estoril F1 Circuit with workouts targeting aerobic endurance, VO2 max, climbing power, and time-trial precision.

✅ Race-Ready Brick Sessions 🚴‍♂️➡️🏃
Master the bike-to-run transition to handle the undulating, spectator-filled 42.2km run with strength and resilience.

✅ Personalized Coaching Support
Every plan includes direct email support from a certified triathlon coach—to guide, motivate, and adapt your training around life.

🏅 Bonus Modules Include:

VO2 Max and Threshold Workouts

Climbing Power & Anaerobic Training

Aerobic Mile and Long Endurance Sessions

Structured Power & Heart Rate Zones for Training Precision

🎯 If you're racing the Full Distance Triathlon Portugal – Cascais, this is the plan that takes you from serious contender to unstoppable force.

👉 Start your personalized triathlon journey today and cross that finish line at Marina de Cascais with confidence and pride. 💪🌊🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x3
03:43:00 05:25:00
Swim x3
01:42:00 01:30:00
Run x2
02:15:00 03:00:00
Strength x2
01:52:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
03:43:00 05:25:00
Swim
01:42:00 01:30:00
Run
02:15:00 03:00:00
Strength
01:52:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

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Andiamo²®

Welcome to the Andiamo²® family! We know that considering a triathlon journey is a significant decision, and we're here to support you every step of the way. We're more than just about races; it's about celebrating every moment of your active lifestyle and helping you achieve your personal best.


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