💪 ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (SWITZERLAND 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
💪 ADVANCED FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (SWITZERLAND 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Full Distance Triathlon Switzerland-Thun is no ordinary race. You’ll swim 3.8 km in the crystal-clear, cool waters of Lake Thun, bike 180 km through breathtaking Swiss countryside with 2,000 meters of challenging climbs, then run a fast, flat 42.2 km course along the lakeshore and city streets. To conquer this demanding Full Distance Triathlon, you need a training plan that builds every part of your fitness — endurance, power, and mental toughness.
That’s exactly what this 36-week Full Distance Triathlon training plan delivers.
Here’s how it prepares you for race day success:
✅ Build a Rock-Solid Base
Start with 12 weeks of gradual, focused training — ramping from 6 to 9.5 hours per week — that builds endurance and preps your body for the toughest demands ahead. You’ll nail your first brick workouts, practicing smooth bike-to-run transitions early.
✅ Peak Like a Pro
Over the next 24 weeks, dial your training up to 10–18 hours weekly, including race simulation workouts (“B” and “C” races) that sharpen your fitness and confidence for the Full Distance Triathlon’s unique demands.
✅ Master the Swim
Gain efficiency and power with expert video coaching and swim drills designed for the cool, calm Lake Thun waters — saving your energy for the ride and run.
✅ Seamless Bike-to-Run Transitions
Dynamic brick sessions train your body to handle the toughest part of the Full Distance Triathlon: moving from bike to run without losing momentum.
✅ Precision Intervals for Maximum Gains
Target your heart rate and power zones with scientifically designed intervals that improve endurance, speed, and climbing strength — crucial for conquering those Swiss hills.
✅ All-Around Performance Boost
From building aerobic capacity to anaerobic power and climbing strength, this plan covers every training angle you need for race day success.
Ready to crush the Full Distance Triathlon Switzerland-Thun?
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Bike
x3
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03:45:00 | 05:30:00 |
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Swim
x3
|
01:42:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Run
x2
|
02:16:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:53:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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03:45:00 | 05:30:00 | |
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01:42:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:16:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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01:53:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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