🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON WESTFRIESLAND - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON WESTFRIESLAND - BEGINNER W/RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
36 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smarter for the Half Distance Triathlon Westfriesland
The Half Distance Triathlon Westfriesland offers a uniquely Dutch experience:
🏊♂️ Swim in the historic old harbor of Hoorn, surrounded by city charm
🚴♀️ Bike past iconic windmills and through scenic countryside villages
🏃 Run through cobbled streets, along historic docks, and finish at the Stadsstrand beach
To help you cross that finish line strong, we’ve created a 36-week beginner training plan tailored specifically for this race — no prior triathlon experience needed.
✅ Why This Plan Works for You
This thoughtfully structured plan is ideal for athletes new to the Half Distance Triathlon. It builds gradually from the ground up, focusing on:
✅ 12-Week Foundation Phase
• Build aerobic endurance and muscular strength
• Master swim technique with guided drills and video instruction
• Use RPE and heart rate to train smart, not just hard
✅ 24-Week Half Distance Race Phase
• Gradually increase training from 7 to 12 hours/week
• Brick workouts that blend bike and run sessions for real-race readiness
• Tempo and open-water swim sessions to simulate race-day intensity
✅ Strength Training for Triathletes
• 🏋️ Structured sessions with form-focused video instruction
• Injury prevention and power development
• Confidence-boosting progress, even on your off days
🌟 Specifically Designed for Westfriesland
From cold-water harbor swims (63°F / 17°C) to a fast, flat Dutch bike course and a culturally rich city run (average 68°F / 20°C), this plan prepares you for every challenge this race throws at you — from your first stroke to your final step on the beachside finish line.
💥 Ready to Train for Something Big?
This is more than a race. It's your moment.
Invest in a training plan built around your success at Westfriesland.
👉 Start your Half Distance Triathlon journey today!
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:27:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:20:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
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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|
02:27:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:20:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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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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