MASTERS FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS (LES SABLES D'OLOLONNE - VENDEE 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
MASTERS FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS (LES SABLES D'OLOLONNE - VENDEE 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smarter. Race Stronger. Conquer Les Sables d’Olonne.
🏁 Your Road to the Full Distance Triathlon Starts Here.
The Competitive Masters 40+ Six-Month Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan is built for driven athletes like you—ready to rise to the challenge of the Full Distance Triathlon Les Sables d’Olonne-Vendée in France.
From the 3.8 km ocean swim through the historic Vendée Globe canal, to the demanding 180 km ride across rolling French hills, and the scenic 42.2 km run along the promenade and Tanchet Lake—this course demands physical readiness, mental strength, and precise preparation.
Our 24-week plan delivers the edge you need—plus expert email coach support to keep you motivated, on track, and race-day ready.
✅ Why This Plan Works:
✅ Email Coach Support: Get guidance, feedback, and race-day insights from experienced triathlon coaches.
✅ Power & Heart Rate-Based Workouts: Every session is built for precision, using your own metrics to maximize gains.
✅ Garmin-Compatible Plans: Sync your workouts effortlessly to your device—everything is structured and ready to go.
✅ Swim, Bike & Run Progression: Develop race-specific endurance with targeted blocks including open water prep and brick sessions.
✅ Strength Training for Masters Athletes: Customized strength sessions with videos to support injury prevention and power gains.
✅ Built-In Recovery Weeks: Follow a smart 3:1 training rhythm—train hard, recover right, and avoid burnout.
✅ Swim Drill Videos & Mobile-Ready Sessions: Improve technique and efficiency without the hassle of printing or guesswork.
🌟 Race-Day Focused:
Weekly training starts at 8 hours and peaks around 16—designed to match the demands of the Full Distance Triathlon in Les Sables.
Prepares you for the cooler 66°F ocean swim, 1200m+ of bike climbing, and the warm 75°F air during your marathon finish.
You’ve done the work at shorter distances. Now it’s time to level up.
Are you ready to own the course and cross the finish line strong?
👉 Start your training today and race Les Sables d’Olonne with confidence.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x3
|
02:34:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
03:16:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
02:03:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:47:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:34:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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03:16:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:03:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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00:47:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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