You enjoy staying fit, you’ve mastered shorter races—now it’s time for the ultimate challenge: the Full Distance Triathlon. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or your first Full Distance Triathlon finish, this plan will guide you every step of the way.
The Lifestyle Intermediate 36-Week Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan is designed for athletes who want more time to prepare, build endurance gradually, and arrive at race day strong, confident, and injury-free.
Whether it’s been 90 days or more since your last race or you’re moving up from the Half Distance, this plan meets you where you are—and helps you go farther than ever before.
Why Athletes Love This Plan:
✅ Structured Progression – 12-week base phase followed by 24 weeks of Full Distance-specific training
✅ Heart Rate-Based Training – Train smarter using RPE or heart rate zones
✅ Tech-Ready Workouts – Auto-syncs to Garmin and compatible devices
✅ Recovery Built-In – 3-week build / 1-week recovery cycle for sustainable progress
✅ Video Swim Drills – Improve stroke technique with guided sessions
✅ Race-Ready Brick Workouts – Practice race-day scenarios so nothing surprises you
✅ Personalized Email Coach Support – Get answers and expert guidance when you need it most
What to Expect:
📌 Weeks 1–12: Base Phase
🏊 Start at ~4 hrs/week, build to 8.5 hrs/week
💪 Focus on strength, endurance & swim technique
⚡ Intro to V02 training to develop your aerobic engine
📌 Weeks 13–36: Full Distance Phase
🚴 Build from 7 to 14 hrs/week
🔥 Endurance, tempo, and anaerobic threshold training
🌊 Open water prep & advanced brick sessions
This isn’t just a plan—it’s a path to becoming the athlete you know you can be. With a balanced build, race-specific workouts, and expert support, you'll feel fully prepared to take on 140.6.
💥 Commit to the challenge. Train with purpose. Cross the Full Distance Triathlon finish line strong! 💥
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Every level. Every Training Plan. One simple price: just $6 a week—and the plan is yours to keep and reuse forever. Welcome to the Andiamo²® family, where your goals, lifestyle, and personal best come first. Based in Austin, Texas, we offer in-person and remote triathlon coaching plus structured training plans that give every workout a clear purpose. Whether you’re preparing for your first race or your next breakthrough, you’ll have experienced guidance every step of the way.