1st Timer Xterra Plan
Plan Description
Xterra First-Timer Training Plan $29.99
This is an 8 week program designed to introduce a novice (beginner) triathlete to off-road triathlons, such as Xterra triathlons (www.xterraplanet.com). Xterra triathlons typically are similar in length to a sprint or olympic distance triathlons and often have a “first timer” division that is separate from the more advanced athletes to make it less stressful for the first timers.
A good example is Xterra Lory, which is held in Lory State Park in Bellevue, CO, every summer. This race includes a 700 yard swim, 12 mile mountain bike ride (two 6 mile loops), and a 5.2 mile trail run. The first timer division starts after the more advanced divisions.
This training plan assumes the triathlete has basic skills in swimming (preferably some open water experience), mountain biking, and trail running. The plan has lots of tips on how to make the Xterra experience more enjoyable, and safer. At the conclusion of the 8 weeks the triathlete should be ready to complete an Xterra race that is beginner-intermediate friendly.
Kurt Dallow MD and Cindy Dallow PhD, RD, of 2 Doc Tri Coaching are available for consultations, individualized training plans, and coaching for both on and off road triathlons and running. Our website is 2Doctricoaching.com. check out the 2 doc Tri coaching Academy! Kurt has competed in over 30 Xterra races and raced in the Xterra Worlds in Maui, HI.
How it Works
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x2
|
1,840m | 1,372m |
|
Run
x2
|
01:22:00 | 01:20:00 |
|
Bike
x1
|
01:01:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
|
MTB
x1
|
01:05:00 | 02:00:00 |
|
Brick
x1
|
01:07:00 | 02:45:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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1,840m | 1,372m | |
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01:22:00 | 01:20:00 | |
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01:01:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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—— | —— | |
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01:05:00 | 02:00:00 | |
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01:07:00 | 02:45:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- 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.
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