🏆2026 SIX MONTH FULL DISTANCE CALIFORNIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🏆2026 SIX MONTH FULL DISTANCE CALIFORNIA - INTERMEDIATE W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Full Distance Triathlon California is fast, flat, and scenic—but it demands serious preparation. From the flowing American River swim to the flat-and-fast bike through farm country, and the energy-filled run past the Capitol, you need a plan tailored for performance. Our Full Distance Triathlon Intermediate Training Plan delivers exactly that.
🔥 What Makes This Plan Stand Out?
✅ Structured for Success – Built around a proven 3:1 periodization model (3 weeks of training, 1 week recovery), this plan ensures you're building endurance and speed without burnout.
✅ Start Strong, Finish Stronger – You'll begin with V02 interval training in Week 1, immediately improving aerobic capacity—key for the fast California bike course.
✅ Swim Ready for the Rivers – Specific open-water swim sessions prepare you for the current-assisted swim down the American and Sacramento Rivers.
✅ Crush the Bike Leg – Structured rides, based on heart rate and power, simulate the race’s flat, fast terrain—perfect for pushing your limits.
✅ Run Like a Pro – Our plan includes progressive brick workouts and long runs tailored to mimic the flat, two-loop California course so you can finish strong under the Tower Bridge spotlight.
✅ Time-Efficient – Starts at 8 hours/week and peaks around 16—ideal for busy athletes who still want to perform at a high level.
✅ Smart Support Tools – Get AI-Generated Run Gait Video Analysis, swim drill videos, strength training with visual guides*, and structured interval sessions.
📩 Need a coach in your corner? Every training plan includes personalized email support—your questions, answered by experienced triathlon coaches.
👉 If you're an experienced triathlete with a solid fitness base, this Full Distance Triathlon plan is your roadmap to success in California.
🎯 Crush your next Full Distance Triathlon. Start your six-month training journey today and get the expert support you need to race with confidence.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x3
|
02:53:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
03:17:00 | 05:25:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
02:12:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:53:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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03:17:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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02:12:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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