🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALIFORNIA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥2026 FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON CALIFORNIA - MASTERS W/RUN GAIT VIDEO ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Ready to dominate the Full Distance Triathlon California? With its scenic 2.4-mile river swim, lightning-fast 112-mile bike through Sacramento’s farm-to-fork heartland, and a flat, landmark-filled 26.2-mile run, this course is built for personal records—and our 44-Week Competitive Masters Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan is designed to get you there.
Whether you're returning after time off or chasing a new PR, this strategic program prepares your body and mind for every segment of this iconic race.
How This Plan Matches the California Full Distance Triathlon
🏊♂️ Swim Prep for River Currents
The American and Sacramento River swim demands confidence in open water and downstream current management. Our plan builds endurance and form with video-guided swim drills and progressive interval sessions tailored to race conditions.
🚴 Speed-Focused Bike Training
The California course offers fast, flat terrain across rural roads. Our structured power- and heart rate-based cycling workouts are ideal for mastering pacing and sustained speed over long distances—key for capitalizing on this PR-friendly course.
🏃 Run Strong Through the Finish
With a two-loop, flat run course past the Tower Bridge and State Capitol, pacing and fatigue resistance are essential. This plan includes long runs, race-specific brick workouts, and RPE-based tempo sessions to help you finish strong and fast.
Built for Masters 40+ Athletes
This plan accounts for the unique recovery needs and performance potential of experienced triathletes over 40. Expect:
✅ 12-Week Base Phase – Build aerobic efficiency and strength (start at just 4 hrs/week)
✅ 32-Week Race Phase – Gradually increase volume and intensity (peak at 15 hrs/week)
✅ Strength Training for Masters – Video-led workouts designed to protect joints and build power
✅ Garmin-Compatible – Train with heart rate, RPE, and power zones synced to your device
✅ Progressive Load System – 3:1 load-to-recovery model to maximize fitness without burnout
This isn't just a training plan—it’s a complete system with personalized email coach support to guide you every step of the way.
🎯Start your journey to race-day success today with a plan built for podium-minded Masters.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:56:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Bike
x2
|
02:56:00 | 05:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:16:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:12:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:56:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:56:00 | 05:00:00 | |
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02:16:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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—— | —— | |
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|
01:12:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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