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BEGINNER OLYMPIC TRIATHLON TRAINING - 18W (CAPTEX - AUSTIN 2026)- PAUL M JOHNSON

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BEGINNER OLYMPIC TRIATHLON TRAINING - 18W (CAPTEX - AUSTIN 2026)- PAUL M JOHNSON

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Paul M Johnson - Andiamo²®

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Length

19 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

⭐ Beginner Olympic-Distance Training Starts Here

Triathlon isn’t as hard as you imagine — Most beginners assume Olympic-distance training is reserved for “real athletes.” But the truth? Not knowing what to do is normal — and the right plan removes that uncertainty instantly.

Your 18-Week Beginner Olympic Plan for the CapTex Tri turns overwhelm into clarity, small wins into confidence, and daily workouts into identity-building moments.


💡 The Plan That Makes a Big Race Feel Surprisingly Doable
🏊 1.5 km Swim — Confidently Navigate Lady Bird Lake

Technique-first workouts teach rhythm, breathing, and open-water comfort.
Pacing guidance keeps your effort steady so you never feel lost in the water.
Strength + endurance phases gradually turn unfamiliar distances into familiar ones.

🚴 40 km Bike — Power Through Austin’s Fast, Flat Course

Targeted intervals build the strength you need for long straightaways and sweeping turns.
Heart-rate–guided rides remove guessing and keep every session “just right.”
Brick workouts gently introduce the bike-to-run shift so race day feels natural.

🏃 10 km Run — Finish Strong on the Butler Trail

Structured progression boosts speed and stamina at a beginner-friendly rate.
Mini-periodization (3 weeks up, 1 week recovery) keeps fatigue low and improvement high.
Run/jog pacing sessions teach you exactly how to manage effort on race day.

⭐ Hidden Advantages That Reduce Stress and Boost Confidence

✔ Auto-synced Garmin workouts — like having a coach whispering directions in real time
✔ Phased training that builds fitness safely and predictably
✔ Expert video tutorials to make technique feel simple, not intimidating
✔ Progressive bricks that transform transitions from “mystery” into “muscle memory”

This plan acts like a fitness GPS: one clear step at a time, no decision overload, no wondering if you're doing it right.

👉 Train smart, trust the structure, and get ready to experience your strongest CapTex Tri yet.

You’re more ready than you think. Let’s begin.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x3
01:07:00 00:45:00
Bike x3
01:44:00 01:10:00
Strength x2
01:24:00 00:55:00
Run x2
01:12:00 00:40:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
01:07:00 00:45:00
Bike
01:44:00 01:10:00
Strength
01:24:00 00:55:00
Run
01:12:00 00:40:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • 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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