💥SENIOR 60+ LONG DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (CANBERRA - AUSTRALIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
💥SENIOR 60+ LONG DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (CANBERRA - AUSTRALIA 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Prepare to excel at the Long Distance Triathlon Australia with a 24-week training plan specifically designed for senior triathletes 60+. This plan ensures you are race-ready for Lake Burley Griffin’s 3.8 km swim, the 180 km bike course with Majura Parkway thrills and Tuggeranong climbs, and the 42 km run across four spectator-friendly laps around Canberra.
Base Training Requirement
Before starting this plan, athletes should have:
🏊♂️ Comfort swimming 1.5–2 km continuously
🚴 Ability to bike 50–80 km on mixed terrain
🏃♂️ Ability to run 10–15 km at an aerobic pace
This foundation ensures a smooth progression into the structured Long Distance Triathlon training blocks.
Why This Plan Prepares You for Long Distance Triathlon Australia
🏊♂️ Swim Endurance & Technique – Long, controlled sessions build stamina for the 3.8 km swim, while stroke drills enhance efficiency for calm or choppy conditions.
🚴 Bike Strength & Speed – VO2 max, Anaerobic intervals, and long rides prepare you for multiple climbs and high-speed sections on Majura Parkway, supporting optimal pacing and energy management.
🏃♂️ Run Stamina & Efficiency – Brick sessions, pacing drills, and neuromuscular activation develop endurance, coordination, and speed for the four 10.5 km laps around Canberra’s iconic landmarks.
Key Benefits of the Long Distance Triathlon Australia Training Plan
✅ Senior-focused strength & mobility for bone health and injury prevention
✅ Structured aerobic base training to develop sustainable endurance
✅ Speed, interval, and VO2 sessions to maintain race pace and metabolic efficiency
✅ Neuromuscular drills to enhance transitions and multi-discipline coordination
✅ Heart rate, power-based, and device-synced workouts for measurable progress
What You’ll Get
✔ 24-week progressive plan tailored for senior triathletes 60+
✔ Data-driven sessions for swim, bike, and run
✔ Advanced brick workouts and race simulation
✔ Personalized email coaching support for guidance, adjustments, and motivation
Prepare to tackle the Long Distance Triathlon Australia with confidence, strength, and strategy, finishing on the iconic lawns of John Dunmore Lang Place in front of Old Parliament House.
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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
|
03:14:00 | 05:25:00 |
|
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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03:14:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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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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