Is This Plan For You?

This 24-week Full Distance Beginner plan by GA Endurance is built for athletes who want to prepare for their first full-distance triathlon with a structured and focused approach within a limited timeframe.

It is ideal for athletes who already have a basic endurance foundation and are ready to commit to a more concentrated and consistent training progression.

If you are looking for a direct and efficient pathway to race-day readiness, this plan provides a clear and performance-oriented solution.

What You Can Expect

• A complete 24-week structured progression for Full Distance Beginner athletes

• Progressive and time-efficient training load with reduced base duration

• Balanced development across swim, bike, and run disciplines

• Strong emphasis on aerobic conditioning and consistency

• Long sessions progressing more directly toward race demands

• Controlled intensity with focus on aerobic and sub-threshold efforts

• Bike sessions focused on pacing and efficiency

• Run sessions designed to maintain durability under increasing load

• Swim sessions combining technique and endurance development

• Regular and structured brick sessions for race-specific adaptation

• Emphasis on recovery within a more demanding progression

• Clear, easy-to-follow workouts using power, pace, heart rate, or perceived effort

• Optional strength guidance to support durability and injury prevention

Coaching & Support

This plan includes Coach Access.

For any questions or guidance during your training, you can reach out anytime:

coachsupport@gaendurance.com

Requirements

To begin this plan, you should be able to:

• Swim at least 1,000–2,000 meters continuously

• Ride comfortably for 2–3 hours

• Run continuously for 45–60 minutes

• Train consistently 4–6 days per week

• Have prior structured training experience

For best results, the use of a GPS watch, heart rate monitor, and bike power meter is strongly recommended.

Final Note

This 24-week Full Distance Beginner plan is designed for athletes who are ready to commit to a focused and efficient build toward race day.

With a more direct progression, the emphasis shifts toward consistency, resilience, and race-specific preparation. When executed with discipline, this plan will prepare you to successfully complete your first full-distance triathlon.

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