2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALELLA BARCELONA - SENIOR W/EMAIL COACH SUPPORT - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALELLA BARCELONA - SENIOR W/EMAIL COACH SUPPORT - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Are you a Senior Triathlete 60+ ready to take on the Full Distance Triathlon Calella-Barcelona? This 36-week evidence-based triathlon training plan is engineered specifically for your needs—combining endurance, strength, and intelligent recovery to help you reach the finish line strong and injury-free.
🏊♂️ Swim Ready for the Mediterranean
✔ Builds open-water confidence with frequent long swims and sighting drills
✔ Focuses on form and swim economy to glide efficiently through Calella’s clear 22°C waters
✔ Includes neuromuscular drills to improve stroke coordination and reduce fatigue
🚴♂️ Crush the Fast Coastal Bike Course
✔ Long rides and tempo intervals prepare you for the flat, fast 180.2 km bike leg
✔ Power-based workouts (FTP, HR, RPE) simulate real race demands from Calella to Badalona
✔ Peak weeks hit 5–6 hour bike sessions, mirroring race-day duration with confidence-building simulation workouts
🏃♂️ Run the Flat, Fast Marathon Like a Pro
✔ Structured long runs (Zone 2/3) build aerobic durability for the 42.2 km flat course
✔ Intervals and tempo runs sharpen speed and stamina for race-day surges
✔ Brick sessions prepare your legs and mind for strong run transitions
💪 Why This Plan Delivers Results for 60+ Athletes
✔ Progressive Adaptation: Gradual workload builds fitness safely
✔ Precision Metrics: Use Garmin, power meters, HRV, and pacing tools
✔ Bone & Muscle Health: Weekly resistance workouts maintain strength and joint stability
✔ Built-in Recovery: 2:1 training cycle prevents overtraining
🔥 Key Race-Ready Features
✔ Swim biomechanics & form drills tailored to open water
✔ VO₂ Max & threshold sessions without overloading aging joints
✔ Strength training for balance, posture, and energy efficiency
✔ HRV and performance tracking to fine-tune recovery
🎯 Optimized for the Full Distance Triathlon in Calella-Barcelona
From your first open-water stroke at Calella Beach to your final step through the finish chute in Pineda de Mar, this training plan gets you ready to race with power, purpose, and confidence.
👉 Ready to race smart and strong? Get the Full Distance Triathlon Calella-Barcelona Training Plan with personalized email coach support—tailored guidance every step of the way. Let’s train smarter, not harder.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
02:01:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Bike
x2
|
02:34:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:09:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:12:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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02:01:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:34:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:09:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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01:12:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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