MASTERS 40+ LONG DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (ALMERE AMSTERDAM - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
MASTERS 40+ LONG DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 36 WEEKS - (ALMERE AMSTERDAM - 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
This Long Distance Triathlon Almere-Amsterdam Training Plan is your roadmap to mastering every element of this unique and thrilling race. The 3.8 km swim in the calm Weerwater lake, the fast and flat 180 km bike through scenic Flevoland dikes, and the four-lap 42.2 km run around the vibrant city and lake all demand a well-rounded, smart approach — exactly what this 36-week plan delivers.
You’ll start by building a rock-solid endurance base and refining swim technique during the first 12 weeks, setting you up to confidently handle the counterclockwise swim laps and conserve energy for the long day ahead. As the plan progresses, the focus shifts to race-specific intensity — long bike rides to battle wind and maintain speed on flat polder roads, plus run workouts designed to prepare your legs for the repetitive loops around the picturesque Weerwater.
Why this Long Distance Triathlon Training Plan works for you:
✅ Carefully structured 3:1 overload and recovery cycles to maximize gains without burnout
✅ Precision workouts calibrated by heart rate, power, and perceived effort for targeted progress
✅ Advanced swim drills to boost stroke efficiency and open-water confidence
✅ Data-driven bike and run sessions that build power, endurance, and race-day stamina
✅ Strength training to enhance muscular resilience and keep fatigue at bay
✅ Personalized email coaching to adjust your plan and keep you motivated through every phase
Designed for committed Masters athletes over 40 who want to push their limits and thrive on race day, this plan combines science, strategy, and support. It prepares you not just to finish the Long Distance Triathlon Almere-Amsterdam, but to race it with strength, speed, and confidence.
Take the next step in your triathlon journey. Get this comprehensive training plan and expert coach support to unlock your best Long Distance Triathlon 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
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01:47:00 | 01:30:00 |
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Bike
x2
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02:37:00 | 05:25:00 |
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Run
x2
|
02:03:00 | 03:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
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| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
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01:47:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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02:37:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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02:03:00 | 03:30:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
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