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Beginner Triathlete Olympic (1500m swim, 40k bike, 10k run). 16 week program + reusable.

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Beginner Triathlete Olympic (1500m swim, 40k bike, 10k run). 16 week program + reusable.

Author

USA Triathlon and IRONMAN Certified Coach Justin Roeder

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

Olympic Triumph: Your Gateway to the Olympic Distance Triathlon


Program Overview:

Ready to conquer your first Olympic distance triathlon? Our carefully crafted plan is your ticket to success, ensuring you step onto the course with confidence. Tailored for beginners, this plan incorporates a 2-week build, 1-week taper routine, and advocates for one day of well-deserved rest each week.


Training Achievements:

-Swim: Master a 1500-meter swim.
-Bike: Strengthen your cycling prowess for a 40-kilometer ride.
-Run: Develop running stamina for a resilient 6.2 miles.


Key Features:

-Optimal Routine: Follows a 2-week build, 1-week taper routine for peak performance.
-Rest Emphasis: Advocates for one rest day per week to ensure recovery and prevent burnout.
-Energy Management: Acknowledges that the recommended training volume is a minimum. Athletes with surplus energy and time are encouraged to add durations to swims or bikes, maintaining focus on non-weight bearing activities. Extra running mileage is cautioned against for beginners to prevent overuse injuries.


Versatility and Adaptability:

-Customizable Intensity: Easily adaptable to your energy levels and schedule.
-Flexible Additions: Athletes with additional time can extend swims or bike rides.
-Injury Prevention: Caution against excess running mileage to avoid overuse injuries for beginners.


Why Choose Our Plan:

-Tailored for Beginners: Designed to build confidence in first-time Olympic distance triathletes.
-Strategic Routine: Structured build and taper routine for optimal performance.
-Injury Awareness: Guidance on avoiding overuse injuries with a focus on swim and bike training.


Begin Your Olympic Journey:

Embark on your Olympic triathlon journey with our Beginner-Oriented Program. Successfully complete the swim, conquer the bike, and triumph in the run. Build the foundation for future triathlon achievements with a program that understands and caters to your beginner needs.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x2
01:08:00 01:00:00
Swim x2
01:09:00 01:00:00
Bike x2
01:39:00 02:00:00
Other x2
00:21:00 00:10:00
Day Off x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
01:08:00 01:00:00
Swim
01:09:00 01:00:00
Bike
01:39:00 02:00:00
Other
00:21:00 00:10:00
Day Off
—— ——

Training Load By Week


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IRONMAN Certified Coach Justin Roeder

Roeder Multisport.com: Running and Triathlon Coaching

USA Triathlon Certified Coach

Ironman Certified Coach

Former USA Triathlon Elite ITU Athlete

I specialize in creating custom training plans for athletes of all ability levels looking to improve within the sports of swimming, biking and running. I have coached beginner runners looking to finish their first 5k, competitive Boston Marathon qualifiers, beginner triathletes, and countless Ironman finishers!


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