Triathlon Foundation | Beginner | 20 Week | Offseason & Base Training w/ Strength Training
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Length
20 Weeks
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Plan Description
Winning is a Mindset Not a Spot on the Podium
This plan is for a beginner level triathlete who wants to train for their first triathlon next season OR is coming off a long break from the sport. The foundation plan will start very slowly to allow new athletes to get used to a regular training routine again before they prepare for a specific race. "Train to train. Then train to race."
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Overview
- Progresses very gradually in volume & intensity
- Plan progresses from 4 ➡ 9 hours of training per week
- Works on sport specific technical limiters
- Emphasis on strength training, mobility, force generation, & aerobic conditioning
- Plan can be re-used year after year
- Best used 12 to 40 weeks out before your first triathlon
Build your Chronic Training Load in a consistent & safe manner!
Equipment
- GPS watch
- Swim paddles, pull buoy, & fins
- Access to basic strength & mobility equipment (stretch cords, free weights)
- *A bike powermeter & HR monitor are recommended but not required
Support
- Unlimited athlete-initiated email support
- Detailed workout instructions
- Intervals set to your specific training zones
- Workout exports to Garmin, Zwift, & other platforms
📩 Additional Information
How it Works
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Strength
x3
|
00:51:00 | 00:45:00 |
|
Other
x2
|
00:04:00 | 00:05:00 |
|
Bike
x2
|
02:42:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Run
x2
|
01:24:00 | 01:20:00 |
|
Swim
x2
|
01:33:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
00:51:00 | 00:45:00 | |
|
|
00:04:00 | 00:05:00 | |
|
|
02:42:00 | 03:00:00 | |
|
|
01:24:00 | 01:20:00 | |
|
|
01:33:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Power Meter
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
- Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
- Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
- Syncs daily with other popular apps like Garmin and MyFitnessPal.
Refund Policy
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