2026 HALF DISTANCE GEELONG VICTORIA BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
2026 HALF DISTANCE GEELONG VICTORIA BEGINNER TRIATHLON PLAN W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Conquer the Half Distance Geelong Triathlon with Confidence – Your 36-Week Beginner Training Plan Starts Here
Prepare to take on the Half Distance Geelong Triathlon—one of Oceania’s most scenic and rewarding races—with a training plan built for success. Whether you're new to triathlon or returning for redemption, our 36-week beginner-friendly program will guide you to race day with strength, confidence, and a smart strategy.
Why This Plan Works for Geelong
Geelong's course is fast and fair, but it demands preparation: calm open-water swimming, rolling bike terrain, and a run course that tests your pacing. Our plan is designed to match the course’s demands with a progressive, science-backed structure:
12-Week Foundation Phase: Build a strong base with swim drills (video-guided), RPE/heart-rate based bike and run workouts, and form-focused strength sessions.
24-Week Specific Phase: Transition into sport-specific Half Distance preparation with endurance sessions, tempo efforts, and brick workouts that simulate race day flow.
Starting at just 7 hours per week, training gradually builds to 12 hours, ensuring you peak just in time for race day without burnout.
Perfect for First-Timers No prior triathlon experience? No problem. This plan requires no base mileage—just a willingness to train smart. With easy-to-follow workouts, recovery guidance, and weekly structure, you’ll avoid injury while gaining confidence in all three disciplines.
Course-Specific Prep
Swim confidently in Corio Bay with open-water focused sessions.
Master Geelong’s rolling bike course with terrain-based rides.
Build mental stamina for the 2.5-lap run with long-run progressions and pacing drills.
Train Smart. Race Strong. Finish Proud.
Are you ready to cross that finish line at Steampacket Gardens and hear the roar of the Geelong crowd?
Start your journey today with the most comprehensive beginner plan available.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Swim
x3
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01:20:00 | 01:15:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:27:00 | 02:30:00 |
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Run
x3
|
01:46:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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01:20:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:27:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:46:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:08:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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