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Novice Half IM Triathlon Training Plan (V3.11) - 20 weeks

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Novice Half IM Triathlon Training Plan (V3.11) - 20 weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

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Author

MultiSportCoaching.co.za

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Length

20 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Plan Description

This Training Plan is aimed at the Novice Half IM Distance triathlete who wants to wants a complete training plan that takes them from building a solid aerobic base through to Race Day.

Half IM Triathlon Distance = 1.9km Swim, 90km Bike, 21km Run

The training starts at 5 hours and 33 minutes a week and builds to a maximum of 11 hours and 22 minutes per week.

The Bike sessions are based on %MHR (Max Heart Rate) so you will require a heart rate monitor.
The Run sessions are based on %MHR (Max Heart Rate) so you will require a heart rate monitor.


What is included with the training plan?
Included with this plan are sport-specific flexibility and core strengthing plans.
You will have access to our FREE training tools to help you set up your training zones accurately.


What can you expect?
This plan is 20 weeks long:
Week 1 to 8: Build Phase 1
Weeks 9 to 11: Peak Phase 1
Week 12: Sprint Triathlon race week
Weeks 13 to 15: Build Phase 2
Week 16: 5150 Triathlon race week
Week 17 to 19: Peak Phase 2
Week 20: Half IM race week


Requirements for this plan:
For the Swim Test - 25m or 50m swimming pool
For the Bike Test - an indoor trainer or Wattbike
For the Run Test - access to a 5km running route


##Must have a heart rate monitor for Bike and Run sessions.


If you have any questions, schedule a FREE virtual consultation through our website.
https://multisportcoaching.co.za

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike x3
03:35:00 03:00:00
Run x3
01:58:00 01:30:00
Swim x3
02:02:00 01:00:00
Strength x1
—— ——
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Bike
03:35:00 03:00:00
Run
01:58:00 01:30:00
Swim
02:02:00 01:00:00
Strength
—— ——

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Heart Rate Monitor
  • GPS

All supported devices

Coach Shamus

multisportcoaching.co.za

Mission statement.
To have a positive impact on the athletic performances of as many athletes as we can reach whether it be as small as a tweak of a program schedule or as massive as the total transformation of a life.

Company History
Established in 1993 we have grown from a handful of local elite triathletes on “cut-and-paste” plans to a network of athletes of varying abilities around the world being remotely coached with individualised training programs.


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