🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON HAWAII - INTERMEDIATE W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🌟 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON HAWAII - INTERMEDIATE W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
🌺 Half Distance Triathlon Hawaii – Kohala Coast - Train Smart. Race Strong. Finish Proud.
Experience the magic of racing a Half Distance Triathlon on Hawaii’s breathtaking Kohala Coast. Start your race with a sunrise swim in the calm, clear waters of Pauoa Bay at the Fairmont Orchid. After your 1.2-mile swim, ride the iconic northern Kohala Coast route—home to the IRONMAN World Championship. The bike course winds through dramatic lava fields, rolling hills, and 360° island vistas before returning to the Fairmont. Finish strong with a 13.1-mile run around the stunning Mauna Lani Golf Course and Hoohana Road, culminating at the unforgettable Honu Pointe finish line.
🏊 Water temps average 75°F (24°C)
🚴♀️ Ride the legendary Full Distance Triathlon course
🏃♂️ Run through lava fields with ocean views
☀️ Ideal race day weather: 80°F (27°C)
🎯 Why This Training Plan Works
Designed for dedicated triathletes ready to elevate their game, our 6-Month Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan is built to match the unique demands of racing on the Kohala Coast.
✅ Start Strong: Begin with 8 hours of focused training in Week 1, gradually building to 12 hours weekly. You'll develop aerobic endurance, open-water swim skills, and bike strength early on.
✅ Progressive Brick Workouts: Carefully programmed bricks prepare you for real-world transitions and fatigue management across swim, bike, and run.
✅ Tempo & VO₂ Max Intervals: Develop top-end speed, muscular endurance, and race-specific intensity through structured intervals and tempo runs.
✅ Race-Specific Preparation: Simulate the terrain and conditions you’ll face on the Kohala Coast—rolling hills, ocean swims, and heat adaptation.
✅ Peak Performance: Taper smartly into race day with confidence, strength, and strategy.
🌟 Your Next Step to the Kohala Finish Line
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or conquering your first Half Distance Triathlon, this training plan equips you with everything you need to succeed. You’ve got the drive—now follow the plan that matches your ambition.
👉 Start training today and claim your place at the finish line on Hawaii’s Kohala Coast. Let’s make this race your most unforgettable yet.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:51:00 | 02:15:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:22:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:08:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
01:15:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:51:00 | 02:15:00 | |
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01:22:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:15:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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