TBC/ Olympic Distance Build-Peak-Race Period (Beginner) 3-6 hrs/wk )
Author
Training Bible Coaching
Length
12 Weeks
Typical Week
1 Day Off, 2 Swim, 2 Run, 2 Bike
Longest Workout
0:45 hrs swim
2:00 hrs bike
1:15 hrs run
Plan Specs
triathlon olympic
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Summary
This beginner-friendly, 12-week training plan is for the first- or second-year triathlete who is entered in an Olympic-distance Triathlon. Start this plan about 12 weeks before your race. Other than health confirmed by your physician and a strong desire to finish the race, there are no prerequisites for starting this training plan. The weekly training progresses gradually from 3 to about 6 hours per week usually including 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 runs. After following this plan for a minimum of 12 weeks, on race day you will be able to swim 1500 meters, bike 40 kilometers (25 miles), and run 10km (6.2 miles). Based on Joe Friel's 25 years of coaching experience, the plan is written in simple language and easy to follow.
Stats
Sample Day 1
Swim 1 length (25yds/m) of the pool, then stop at the wall and rest until ready to go again. Repeat this for 15 minutes.
Sample Day 2
Run 4 minutes at an easy-moderate effort and then walk 1 minute. Repeat this for 20 minutes. Go to www2.trainingbible.com and click on Free Resources to see an example of good running technique. Notice that he is NOT landing on his heels or his toes. His foot is flat at footstrike.
Sample Day 3
Ride at an easy to moderate effort on the road, on a stationary bike or on an indoor trainer. Pedal with a slightly higher cadence than you are used to.
Sample Day 4
Swim 1 length (25yds/m) of the pool, then stop at the wall and rest until ready to go again. Repeat this for 15 minutes.
Sample Day 5
Run at a moderate to easy effort for 9 minutes. Then walk for 1 minute. Repeat this for the entire workout.
Sample Day 6
Ride easily (1 heart rate zone) on a mostly flat course. Keep the effort very low--light on pedals.
Sample Day 8
Swim 1 length (25yds/m) of the pool, then stop at the wall and rest until ready to go again. Repeat this for 15 minutes.