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½ IM and Olympic Tri SWIM Training Plan for Busy Triathletes (INTERMEDIATE 12wk Plan) Two Swims

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½ IM and Olympic Tri SWIM Training Plan for Busy Triathletes (INTERMEDIATE 12wk Plan) Two Swims

Author

Raymond Boardman

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Length

12 Weeks

Plan Description

“Training for excellence, with excellent training.” Tri Swim Coach


When you cross the finish line of your triathlon Swim, you will have swum faster than you have in previous events.


Designed for busy triathletes targetting an Olympic distance or ½ IM event who are looking to compete in an IM event, the primary goal of this training plan is to prepare you to Swim faster during YOUR event.


Crafted by myself, Ray Boardman PGDipSportsMed, PGDipRehab, PGCertSc (Exercise Science), BSc (Anatomy), DipSportsStudies this plan encapsulates my passion for the sport, my experience from completing dozens of Half and Full IM distance finishes and my success coaching hundreds of triathletes.


Starting 12 weeks before the YOUR event, this plan progresses through phases to build you to your peak performance. Each week contains two swims. You will build up to 2,700 metres swimming in a single session so you can get the sessions done quickly. Although not necessary, I recommend using a multisport watch to track your sessions in the pool.


Prior to using this plan, you should be able to complete a swim of 800 meters or yards continuously, and 2,000 metres or yards total within a workout.


Purchase of this plan gives you access to my fortnightly coaching calls where you can ask me any training or racing related questions.


Questions? Please visit us on the web at www.CoachRay.nz or email myself directly at: coachray@coachray.nz


Training for another race distance? I also have training plans for IM/Challenge Triathlons (3.8km Swim/180km Bike/42km Run) and Sprint & Olympic Triathlons plus Running Races (from 5k to marathon), too.


 

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim x2
4,867m 2,700m
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Swim
4,867m 2,700m

Training Load By Week


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Ray Boardman

QWIK KIWI Coaching

I am a triathlon and running coach for first timers and recreational athletes. Visit my website (www.coachray.nz) for great content that is FREE or contact me directly for how you can become a member of Team Qwik Kiwi as I train you to achieve your athletic goals.


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