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🥇MASTERS 40+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON 24 WEEKS (TOURS METROPOLE - LORIE VALLEY 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON

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🥇MASTERS 40+ FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON 24 WEEKS (TOURS METROPOLE - LORIE VALLEY 2026) PAUL M. JOHNSON

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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

24 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Plan Description

Racing the Full Distance Triathlon in Tours Metropole – Loire Valley demands focused preparation built around endurance, pacing discipline, and steady power output. This 24-week structured program is designed specifically for Competitive Masters 40+ athletes who want to perform at their best on a fast, scenic, and technically smooth course.

The calm 3.8 km river swim in the Cher is ideally matched to your early-season progression of technique-focused sessions, open-water preparation, and video-guided drills. These workouts develop efficiency and comfort in variable currents, helping you start your race confident and composed.

The Loire Valley bike segment—flat, fast, and lined with historic castles—requires sustained tempo, muscular endurance, and long intervals at steady wattage. Your plan delivers precisely that through power-based sessions, progressive tempo work, and structured long rides that mirror the consistent effort needed for this aerodynamic course.

The run along the Cher river and through Parc Honoré de Balzac rewards athletes who can hold relaxed form and even pacing. Weekly brick sessions, aerobic endurance work, and race-specific tempo runs prepare your legs to stay strong through all three loops. Indoor transitions and an indoor finish line also mean predictable conditions—supported by your plan’s strength training, mobility focus, and fatigue-management recovery weeks.

Key Benefits

✅ Heart Rate & Power-Based Training for precision and efficiency
✅ Smart Device-Ready Workouts synced directly to your devices
✅ Progressive 3:1 Training Structure balancing load and recovery
✅ Swim, Bike & Run Technique Work ideal for a fast, flat course
✅ Race-Day Specific Brick Workouts that sharpen pacing instincts
✅ Strength & Mobility Sessions tailored for Masters athletes 40+
✅ Personalized Email Coach Support whenever you need guidance

The FULL Distance Triathlon in Tours Metropole – Loire Valley is built for Master athletes who want speed, scenic beauty, and a course that rewards smart preparation. This training plan gives you the structure, confidence, and race-specific conditioning to perform at your highest level.

Start your journey today and commit to the plan that prepares you for every kilometer ahead.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x3
02:34:00 03:00:00
Bike x3
03:17:00 05:25:00
Swim x3
02:03:00 01:30:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Strength x1
00:47:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
02:34:00 03:00:00
Bike
03:17:00 05:25:00
Swim
02:03:00 01:30:00
Day Off
—— ——
Strength
00:47:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter
  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

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Andiamo²®

Welcome to the Andiamo²® family! We know that considering a triathlon journey is a significant decision, and we're here to support you every step of the way. We're more than just about races; it's about celebrating every moment of your active lifestyle and helping you achieve your personal best.


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