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Sprint Distance Training Plan (Beginner, 16 Weeks, 8-10 Hours per Week)

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Sprint Distance Training Plan (Beginner, 16 Weeks, 8-10 Hours per Week)

Author

JP Elite

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

This plan is designed for the BEGINNER triathlete looking to compete in a SPRINT TRIATHLON. Training hours can be pushed up or down depending on athlete experience, and available training time. Altering the training hours will be explained in the training plan. This training plan will have full details to assist you on preparing for and completing in your triathlon.

Designed by 2020 USA Triathlon Elite Development Coach of the Year, James Petersen. This plan contains years of knowledge coaching athletes from first-timers to professionals, and is designed to create a moldable training plan that fits your personal needs.

The plan has been built to start 16 weeks before your goal race, and averages between 8-10 hours per week. This plan is built for you to choose if your race is on a Saturday or Sunday.

Prior to using this training plan you should be able to:
- Swim 750 yards continuously
- Bike 90 minutes continuously
- Run 40 minutes continuously

This plan is based on perceived effort. Training efforts are described in plan.

PURCHASE INCLUDES:
- 16 Week Training Plan
- Basic fueling guidance
- Race day checklist
- Race day tips
- Race day pacing tips
- Session goals that help teach you about the sport and proper technique, execution, skills, etc.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x4
03:57:00 01:40:00
Run x4
02:19:00 01:00:00
Swim x3
02:25:00 00:55:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
03:57:00 01:40:00
Run
02:19:00 01:00:00
Swim
02:25:00 00:55:00

Training Load By Week


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James Petersen, Professional Coach

JP Elite

James is the Head Coach of JP Elite. He was the 2020 USAT Elite Development Coach of the Year and is a USAT ITU Level II Certified coach. He has extensive experience in developing elite triathletes for both World Triathlon and IM racing. He also works with age group athletes and have helped athletes of all ages accomplish their goals including multiple IRONMAN World Championship Qualifiers, Age Group National Champions, first time triathletes, and more. (Click "Read More" for accomplishments)


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