🔥 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TOURS FRANCE - BEGINNER W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🔥 2026 SIX MONTH HALF DISTANCE TOURS FRANCE - BEGINNER W/AI GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole - Loire Valley, France
Swim, Bike, and Run Through History — And Be Ready for It
Racing the Half Distance Triathlon in Tours Métropole - Loire Valley means immersing yourself in French history while pushing your limits across a breathtaking course. To help you perform at your best on race day, we’ve created a comprehensive 6-month Beginner’s Half Distance Triathlon Training Plan—designed specifically for athletes like you.
This plan is your roadmap to conquering:
✅ A calm 1.9 km swim in the scenic River Cher
✅ A fast and flat 90 km bike ride past majestic châteaux like Château d’Ussé
✅ A 21.1 km riverside run through the tranquil Honoré de Balzac Park
Whether you're new to triathlon or returning after time away, this plan builds your endurance, technique, and confidence in progressive, manageable steps.
What Makes This Training Plan Stand Out:
✅ Structured Weekly Build-Up: Start at just 7 hours/week and build up to 12 hours with smart, progressive load.
✅ VO2 Max & Threshold Training: Integrated in later weeks to improve speed and stamina without burnout.
✅ Swim-Specific Technique Work: Develop open-water comfort and stroke efficiency through guided sessions.
✅ Bike & Run Intervals Based on RPE & Heart Rate: Train smarter, not harder, with proven performance zones.
✅ Strength Training for Triathletes: Build durability with guided routines and form-focused videos.
✅ Email Support: Questions? Need help adjusting your plan? We’re with you every step of the way.
💡 This is more than a training schedule—it’s your ticket to a confident, well-prepared race day in one of France’s most iconic regions.
Ready to race strong through castles, rivers, and French countryside?
👉 Start your Half Distance Triathlon Tours Métropole - Loire Valley training today and unlock your best performance yet.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Bike
x3
|
02:54:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
01:27:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
02:07:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
02:54:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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|
01:27:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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|
02:07:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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00:57:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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