Ready to conquer the Half Distance Triathlon Durban? You’re about to take on one of the most scenic and exhilarating triathlons in South Africa—featuring a 1.9 km ocean swim at uShaka Beach, a fast and rolling 90 km bike ride along the M4 highway, and a stunning run along the vibrant Durban Promenade. To cross that finish line with confidence, you need more than motivation—you need a plan built for this course.

💥 Introducing the 44-Week Advanced Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan – specifically designed for Durban’s unique race conditions, and created for dedicated high performance amateur athletes who are ready to rise to the next level.

Why This Plan Is Perfect for the Half Distance Triathlon Durban:
✅ Ocean-Specific Swim Prep: Master the Indian Ocean’s rolling waves with technique-focused swim sets built for open water. We’ll prepare you for the anti-clockwise course layout and help you adapt to Durban’s 72°F (22°C) water temps.

✅ Targeted Bike Conditioning: Conquer the two-loop M4 highway course with strength-building intervals, elevation-focused training, and pacing strategies tailored to Durban’s undulating terrain.

✅ Run Like a Pro on the Promenade: Simulate race-day conditions with brick workouts and tempo runs designed for the flat but potentially breezy beachfront. Train to finish strong under Durban’s 72°F (22°C) average air temps.

✅ Smart Progression Structure: Build your fitness in phases—starting with a 12-week base plan, followed by 32 weeks of specialized training using a 3:1 load/recovery cycle.

✅ Age-Smart Training: Tailored for amateur advanced athletes 40+, this plan focuses on sustainable performance and injury prevention with periodized strength training and recovery blocks.

✅ Holistic Development: Includes everything from aerobic base building to VO2 max, anaerobic threshold, sprint-power (ATP-PC), and race-day simulation weeks.

Weekly Commitment:
⏱️ Starts at just 9.5 hours/week, building up to a peak of 14 hours by week 39—each session purposeful, efficient, and geared toward success in Durban.

This isn't just a training plan—it’s your Durban-specific performance blueprint. Whether it’s your first Half Distance Triathlon or you’re aiming to crush a personal best, this plan ensures you're prepared, confident, and race-ready.

Take the next step. Commit to your training journey today and prepare to cross the finish line stronger than ever.

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