🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE SOUTH AFRICA MASTERS TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE SOUTH AFRICA MASTERS TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Are you an experienced triathlete aiming for victory in the Full Distance Triathlon South Africa? The Competitive Masters 44-Week Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan is specifically crafted for athletes who are focused on peak performance—whether you're striving for a personal best or eyeing a podium finish.
This structured, data-driven program is perfect for athletes at any level. Even if you’ve been away from training for a while, this plan requires no prior base mileage and systematically builds endurance, strength, and speed.
A Proven 44-Week Training System
Our elite training program is split into two key phases:
✅ 12-Week Base Phase: Build endurance, refine technique, and develop foundational strength using a progressive 3:1 training cycle (3 weeks of load, 1 week of recovery). Start with 4 hours per week, peaking at 8 hours by Week 11.
✅ 32-Week Full Distance Triathlon Phase: Elevate endurance, speed, and race-day readiness. Training starts at 7 hours per week and gradually increases to 15 hours in peak weeks, ensuring you are fully prepared for the race.
Data-Driven, Garmin-Compatible Training
This comprehensive plan syncs with Garmin devices to track and optimize your performance using Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE), Heart Rate, and Power Zones across all swim, bike, and run sessions.
Comprehensive Training Breakdown
🏋️ Strength Training – 96 sessions (63:50 hours) to enhance power and endurance.
🏊 Swim Training – 166 sessions (60:32 hours) with expert video-guided open-water drills.
🚴 Bike Training – 152 sessions (185:07 hours) with power-based ride structures.
🏃 Run Training – 122 sessions (95:30 hours) featuring heart rate & power-based intervals.
Advanced Training Features for Maximum Gains
✔️ Video-Guided Swimming Drills – Perfect your technique and improve efficiency.
✔️ Structured Bike & Run Workouts – Precision training based on RPE, heart rate, and power.
✔️ Strength Training with Expert Instruction – Designed specifically for Masters athletes (40+).
✔️ Progressive Load Training – Gradual adaptation for endurance, speed, and race-day strength.
🚀 Take your training to the next level—commit to your Full Distance Triathlon success today!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:56:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Bike
x2
|
02:56:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:16:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:12:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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|
01:56:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:56:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:16:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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—— | —— | |
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01:12:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
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