The Capital of Texas Triathlon (CapTex Tri) is Austin’s premier Olympic-distance race, featuring a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, and 10 km run through the heart of Texas. With a fast, scenic course and an electric race-day atmosphere, you need a smart, structured, and progressive training plan to maximize your performance. Our 18-Week Olympic Triathlon Training Plan is designed to help you race strong and finish fast!
🏊 1.5 km Swim – Dominate Lady Bird Lake
- Open-water swim drills improve technique for a smooth and confident swim.
- Heart rate-based swim workouts ensure steady pacing and energy conservation.
- Strength and endurance phases help you maintain speed and efficiency.
🚴 40 km Bike – Conquer Downtown Austin!
- Targeted interval training builds power for fast sections and sweeping turns.
- Heart rate-guided rides improve pacing and endurance.
- Progressive brick workouts prepare your body for the crucial bike-to-run transition.
🏃 10 km Run – Finish Strong on the Butler Trail
- Structured run workouts enhance speed and stamina for the flat, fast course.
- Mini-periodization (3 weeks on, 1 week recovery) prevents fatigue and ensures peak fitness.
- Run/jog sessions with heart rate tracking fine-tune your pacing strategy.
🔥 Why This Plan Gives You the Edge at CapTex Tri
✔ Auto-synced Garmin workouts—train smarter, not harder.
✔ Phased training approach—build strength, endurance, and race-day speed.
✔ Expert-led video tutorials—master swim, bike, and run techniques.
✔ Progressive brick sessions—seamless transitions and strong race-day performance.
By following this comprehensive training plan, you’ll arrive at the CapTex Tri in peak condition, ready to push your limits, set a new PR, and experience Austin’s most exciting Olympic-distance triathlon! 🚀🏅
Are you ready to train smart and race strong? Let’s do this! 💪
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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.