🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSKOKA - BEGINNER - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
🚴 2026 HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON MUSKOKA - BEGINNER - W/AI RUN GAIT ANALYSIS - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
44 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train Smart for the Half Distance Triathlon Muskoka – Maximize Every Session, Conquer Every Hill
From the serene swim in Peninsula Lake to the relentless hills of the Ontario countryside and the punchy, shaded run, this course rewards athletes who train with purpose.
That’s where this 44-week Beginner Training Plan becomes essential. Designed specifically for the demands of Muskoka, it balances progression, recovery, and course-specific strategy—ensuring you’re physically and mentally ready for race day.
🏊 Why This Plan Prepares You for Muskoka
✅ Swim-Specific Technique Work
Early-phase sessions emphasize stroke efficiency and open-water comfort—perfect for the calm, clear conditions of Peninsula Lake.
✅ Structured Base Endurance Training
The first 12 weeks focus on building aerobic strength, conditioning, and durability—without requiring a prior base.
✅ Bike Training That Mirrors Muskoka’s Demands
Prepare for the 1,200m+ elevation gain with workouts that build leg strength, climbing ability, and pacing control on rolling terrain.
✅ Run Sessions for Punchy Hills & Trail Transitions
Two-loop run prep includes threshold intervals and terrain-specific sessions to help you adapt to short climbs and mixed surfaces.
What You’ll Get Across the 44 Weeks:
🚴 VO2 Max Intervals & Threshold Workouts – Improve efficiency across all three disciplines
🏃 RPE/Heart Rate Structured Sessions – Know how hard to push, and when to recover
💪 Beginner-Friendly Strength Workouts – Build triathlon-specific power and injury resistance
🎥 Instructional Swim Drill Videos – Reinforce stroke mechanics from Day 1
📩 Email Support from Your Coach – Ask questions, get advice, stay on track
This plan doesn’t just prepare you for race day—it prepares you to race well in Muskoka. Every workout is carefully programmed to reflect the unique challenges of the course, with progression that’s paced for beginners and first-timers.
🎯 Start your journey toward the Half Distance Triathlon Muskoka with expert guidance and a proven structure. Your finish line success starts with the right training plan. Let’s get started—your coach is ready.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Swim
x3
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
02:38:00 | 02:30:00 |
|
Run
x3
|
01:54:00 | 01:40:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
01:25:00 | 01:15:00 | |
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02:38:00 | 02:30:00 | |
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01:54:00 | 01:40:00 | |
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01:05:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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