SENIOR 60+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS (SOUTH AFRICA - PORT ELIZABETH 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
SENIOR 60+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS (SOUTH AFRICA - PORT ELIZABETH 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Conquer the Full Distance South Africa with Confidence
Are you a Senior Triathlete 60+ preparing for the Full Distance Triathlon South Africa? This unforgettable race—set against the stunning South African coastline and infused with championship-level energy—calls for more than just determination. It requires a smart, structured plan designed specifically for seasoned athletes like you.
Whether you’ve already tackled Sprint and Olympic distances or you're aiming to elevate your endurance, this 24-week structured program is your roadmap to race-day success. With a clear focus on endurance, power, and technique, you’ll approach the swim, bike, and run with confidence.
Start Strong with a Solid Base
Before beginning the program, a 4–6 week base phase of endurance training is recommended. The plan begins with VO2 interval work to lay the groundwork for performance gains.
Built for Senior Triathletes 60+:
✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Training: Optimize every session using percentages of your heart rate and power output
✅ Garmin-Ready Workouts: Sync your sessions directly to your Garmin—ditch the paper plan
✅ 2/1 Weekly Structure: Two weeks of focused training followed by one week of active recovery
Training Plan Highlights:
💪 Starts at 8 hours/week, peaking at approximately 16 hours
💪 Phases include aerobic base building, tempo sessions, and open water swim preparation
💪 Incorporates brick workouts to boost race-day stamina and transition skills
Program Features Include:
🏊♂️ Swim Drill Videos: Improve technique with guided video-based swim drills
🚴♀️ Structured Run & Bike Sessions: Tailored using RPE, heart rate, and power for performance and recovery
🧘 Strength Workouts for Senior Triathletes: Designed to enhance mobility and preserve muscle mass, with easy-to-follow video support
📱 Device-Compatible Swim Workouts: Access every swim session from your watch or device
This program is built for Senior Triathletes 60+ ready to commit to their full-distance triathlon journey. It's time to train smart, stay strong, and race with purpose.
Start your journey today—South Africa is waiting.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
02:23:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
03:13:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:43:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:47:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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02:23:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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03:13:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:43:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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00:47:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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