GA Endurance | Full Distance Intermediate | 12 Weeks | Base | Coach Access
GA Endurance | Full Distance Intermediate | 12 Weeks | Base | Coach Access
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Length
12 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
Is This Plan For You?
This 6-week Full Distance Intermediate plan by GA Endurance is designed for triathletes who need a short, highly focused preparation block leading directly into race day.
It is ideal for athletes who already have a consistent training background across swim, bike, and run, and are ready to execute a disciplined and efficient final build within a very limited timeframe.
If you are looking for a sharp and performance-oriented roadmap that prioritizes execution, race readiness, and fatigue management, this plan provides a clear and structured pathway.
What You Can Expect
• A complete 6-week structured Full Distance progression leading into race day
• Fully condensed structure with no base development phase
• Immediate focus on race-specific endurance and execution
• Balanced progression across swim, bike, and run disciplines
• Progressive long sessions to reinforce endurance and fatigue resistance
• Controlled threshold, tempo, and race-pace sessions
• Bike sessions focused on sustainable power and pacing strategy
• Run sessions designed to maintain durability and efficiency under fatigue
• Swim sessions including aerobic conditioning and technique refinement
• Integrated brick sessions to simulate race demands and transitions
• Nutrition and fueling strategy integration within key sessions
• Carefully controlled recovery to maintain freshness and prevent overload
• 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.
If you have any questions during your training, you can reach out anytime via:
coachsupport@gaendurance.com
Requirements
To start this plan, you should be able to:
• Swim at least 1,500–3,000 meters continuously
• Ride consistently for 2.5–4 hours
• Run continuously for 60–90 minutes
• Train consistently 4–6 days per week
• Have prior experience with structured endurance training
A GPS watch, heart rate monitor, and bike power meter are recommended for best results.
Final Note
This 6-week intermediate full distance plan is designed as a final performance block to prepare you for race execution.
With a very limited timeframe, the focus is on maintaining endurance, refining pacing and fueling strategies, and ensuring optimal readiness. If followed with discipline, this plan will help you arrive at race day confident, prepared, and ready to perform at your best.
How it Works
Quickly view upcoming workouts in the TrainingPeaks app.
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
—— | —— |
|
Bike
x2
|
03:06:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
02:04:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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—— | —— | |
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03:06:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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02:04:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
- Heart Rate Monitor
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
- If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More
Refund Policy
This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.
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