SENIOR 60+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WKS - (CALIFORNIA - SACRAMENTO - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
SENIOR 60+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WKS - (CALIFORNIA - SACRAMENTO - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Are you a senior triathlete aged 60+ with a solid base of training, ready to take on the epic challenge of the Full Distance Triathlon California? Whether you're chasing a lifelong dream or aiming to improve your next performance, this 24-week triathlon training plan is built specifically for older athletes—balancing smart endurance with injury prevention and sustainable progress.
How This Plan Prepares You for the California Full Distance Triathlon
🌊 Swim Course Preparation
The point-to-point 2.4-mile swim in the American and Sacramento Rivers requires not only endurance but strong open water skills. This plan includes structured open water simulation workouts, pacing drills, and expert swim technique videos to build your efficiency and confidence for a smooth start near Township 9 Park and a strong finish by the Tower Bridge.
🚴 Bike Course Readiness
The 112-mile flat, fast, two-loop ride through Sacramento’s farm-to-fork heartland is ideal for steady pacing and speed. Our plan incorporates power-based intervals, long Zone 2/3 rides, and targeted VO2 max training—ensuring you build the durability and pacing strategy to make the most of this PR-friendly bike course.
🏃 Run Course Conditioning
The flat, two-loop 26.2-mile run along the Sacramento River is spectator-packed and scenic—but late-race fatigue can derail even the most experienced athletes. With brick workouts, run/walk pacing, and neuromuscular coordination drills, you’ll finish strong, whether you're crossing the Tower Bridge or circling the California State Capitol.
✅ Key Benefits for Senior Triathletes
✅ Low-Impact, High-Return Endurance Progression
✅ Senior-Specific Strength & Mobility Routines
✅ Device-Synced HR & Power Workouts
✅ 2:1 Training Load for Smarter Recovery
✅ Expert Support via Personalized Email Coaching
Plan Features
🧠 Neuromuscular skill training
💓 Heart rate & power zone guidance
🏋️♂️ Bone-strengthening strength workouts
🧱 Advanced brick training
📈 Weekly volume: builds from 8 to 16 hours
Ready to Conquer the California Full Distance Triathlon—at 60+?
This isn’t just a triathlon training plan—it’s your personalized blueprint for race-day success. Backed by science, crafted with empathy, and designed for seniors who still have big goals. You’re not just training for a finish—you’re training for your strongest performance yet.
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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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- Heart Rate Monitor
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