🚴♂️ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALIFORNIA - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴♂️ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALIFORNIA - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
When tackling your first-ever Full Distance Triathlon, the California course offers the perfect mix of beauty and challenge: a fast, downstream swim in the American and Sacramento Rivers, a scenic 112-mile bike ride through farm country, and a flat, crowd-filled run past the Capitol and Tower Bridge. To conquer it confidently, you need more than just a generic plan—you need a training experience built for beginners, backed by coaching support.
🎯 Our 44-week Full Distance Triathlon California Training Plan is specifically crafted to prepare you mentally and physically for the demands of race day, whether you're stepping into the sport for the first time or returning after time away.
✅ 12-Week Foundation Phase
Start with manageable weekly sessions (4.5–6 hours) that prioritize strength, base endurance, and swim skills—critical for navigating the cool, fast-moving waters of the American River with ease.
✅ 32-Week Build and Peak Phase
Progress steadily from 7.5 to 14 hours of training per week—ideal prep for the sustained demands of the 112-mile bike ride through Sacramento's heartland and the flat, fast-paced marathon finish.
✅ Swim-Specific Workouts + Technique Videos
Dial in your form early with easy-to-follow drills and technique boosters—so you feel calm and confident in open water.
✅ Bike & Run Workouts Aligned with RPE and Heart Rate
Train smart with sessions that teach your body to pace for long distances—critical for a race course where beginners can thrive and set personal bests.
✅ Beginner-Friendly Strength Sessions
Prevent injuries and build resilience with short, easy-to-follow strength routines—even if you're new to structured training.
✅ Brick Workouts + Race Simulations
Prepare for smooth transitions and reduce race-day surprises with strategically placed brick workouts and endurance tests.
✅ Special Race Prep Windows: Tune up with B & C races built into the plan.
✅ Personalized Email Coach Support Included
Have questions? Need reassurance? You're not alone. Get expert guidance and answers, right in your inbox.
💬 You don’t have to “figure it out” on your own. This Full Distance Triathlon training plan was built for first-timers like you—real people with jobs, families, and big dreams.
🚀 Start training today with confidence—and get ready to cross the finish line in California strong, proud, and well-prepared.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
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01:50:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Run
x3
|
02:29:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Bike
x2
|
02:32:00 | 05:30:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:50:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:29:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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02:32:00 | 05:30:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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