🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CAIRNS - MASTERS W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CAIRNS - MASTERS W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Crush the Full Distance Triathlon in Cairns, Australia with a Proven 36-Week Plan for Masters Athletes (40+)
The Full Distance Triathlon in Cairns is one of the world’s most scenic and challenging endurance races. With a 3.8 km ocean swim at Palm Cove, a 180 km bike ride along the stunning Captain Cook Highway, and a 42.2 km run along the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, this course tests every ounce of your endurance, strategy, and mental strength.
This 36-week training plan is built specifically for competitive Masters athletes over 40—those who want to race smarter, recover faster, and finish stronger. It’s more than just workouts; it’s a complete evidence-based system grounded in sports science, personalized metrics, and peak performance strategies.
🏆 Why This Plan Gives You the Edge
✔ Progressive Periodization – 12 weeks of aerobic base-building followed by 24 weeks of race-specific training aligned to Cairns’ course profile and climate.
✔ Precision Training Zones – Every session uses MHR, FTP, and RPE to maximize adaptation and minimize injury risk.
✔ Structured Recovery – 3:1 training cycle includes recovery weeks to avoid burnout and keep you progressing.
🏁 Tailored for the Cairns Course
🌊 Swim Preparation
✅ Build open-water confidence with sessions mimicking Palm Cove’s two-lap format.
✅ Improve stroke efficiency and symmetry to handle ocean conditions smoothly.
🚴 Bike Mastery
✅ Long rides match the undulating profile of Captain Cook Highway and Port Douglas.
✅ Train with power-to-weight ratios and HRV tracking for smarter pacing.
🏃 Run Execution
✅ 4-lap tempo sessions simulate the Esplanade loop and its energetic crowds.
✅ Heat adaptation strategies for Cairns’ average 79°F race-day temperatures.
🔬 Performance Optimization
✔ Real-time integration with Garmin and endurance platforms
✔ Polarized intensity distribution for peak aerobic capacity
✔ Strength training for joint durability and race-day resilience
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all plan. It’s a strategic, age-aware roadmap designed to help you thrive on the unique demands of the Cairns Full Distance Triathlon. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or eyeing a podium, this plan delivers the structure, depth, and flexibility to make it happen.
👉 Start your journey to Cairns with confidence—train with purpose, race with power. Secure your elite-level plan today and redefine what’s possible.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
|
01:47:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Bike
x2
|
02:36:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:03:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:47:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:36:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:03:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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