A Full Distance Triathlon requires durability, precise pacing, and consistent aerobic strength—and this 24-week plan is built to help senior athletes 60+ excel on the Tours Métropole – Loire Valley course. With its calm Cher River swim, flat and fast bike loop through castle-lined countryside, and a scenic riverside run that finishes indoors, this course rewards athletes who develop steady endurance, smooth technique, and controlled race execution. Every phase of this plan directly reflects those demands.
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The gentle river swim is supported through progressive aerobic sessions, efficiency drills, and senior-specific mobility work that protects the shoulders while improving confidence in open water. The fast, flat Touraine bike terrain is matched with structured Zone 2/3 rides and targeted VO2 max intervals that strengthen metabolic efficiency without overstressing recovery for athletes over 60. Long bricks and cadence-focused workouts prepare you to maintain rhythm and comfort across the entire 180 km.
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The run along the Cher River and through Parc Honoré de Balzac is reinforced with low-impact aerobic mileage, strength training for joint stability and bone health, and neuromuscular activation for smoother, more efficient movement. Pacing strategies built into the plan help you maintain consistent effort all the way to the indoor finish line.
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Key Benefits
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✔️ Designed Specifically for Senior Triathletes 60+
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✔️ Heart Rate, Power, and RPE-Guided Workouts
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✔️ Progressive Zone 2/3 Aerobic Conditioning
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✔️ Strength & Mobility Workouts for Bone Density and Stability
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✔️ VO2 Max Intervals to Sustain Aerobic Capacity
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✔️ Advanced Brick Sessions for Strong Bike-to-Run Transitions
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✔️ Neuromuscular Drills for Coordination & Efficiency
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This Full Distance Triathlon training plan delivers structured endurance development, smart workload progression, and science-based sessions tailored to the unique needs of older athletes. With personalized email coach support included, you’ll always have expert guidance to navigate adjustments, stay consistent, and build toward race day with purpose.
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Begin your Full Distance Triathlon preparation now and develop the strength, confidence, and endurance needed for a powerful performance in the Loire Valley.
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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.