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HALF Distance Training Plan- 16 Weeks

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HALF Distance Training Plan- 16 Weeks

Author

Steven Brandes

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Length

16 Weeks

Plan Description

This is a 16 week 70.3 Plan that is geared towards intermediate and advanced athletes.
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We will work through three different phases of training to ensure you are prepared to be Fast and Strong!

Phase #1: SPEED and VO2 MAX where we focus on getting your speed and ceiling UP. This phase will also make the rest of the training easier! You will se track sessions and Zone 5 biking and swimming! Getting on the podium requires SPED! You have to be FAST!

Phase #2: VOLUME. Now we layer in more volume to reduce your VLaMax and get you very good at burning fat for fuel. We will do alot of Zone 2 and Low Cadence Tempo riding as well as alot of threshold running! WE develop the speed, and now we are extending the speed.

Phase #3: RACE SPECIFIC. This is when we dial in more race pace work, running off the bike, and race fueling. Longer repeats around your race intensity that will give you the confidence to go fast on race day!

Each phase has a longer SIMULATION DAY where you will go through the pre race routine with rest, pre race tune ups, and a long swim, bike, and run to prepare your body and mind for the race demands.
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If you are looking to have your best 70.3 performance, i would recommend this plan for you

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x4
03:20:00 01:45:00
Swim x3
02:05:00 01:10:00
Bike x3
05:14:00 04:00:00
Custom x1
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Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
03:20:00 01:45:00
Swim
02:05:00 01:10:00
Bike
05:14:00 04:00:00
Custom
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Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter

All supported devices

Steven Brandes

Inside The Big Ring

Steve is a full time endurance of 15 years based in Madison, Wisconsin. He works with athletes of all levels!

During that time, Steve has coaches many IRONMAN and 70.3 World Championship medalist and Champions, USAT National Champions, and 70.3 Overall wins.

He has also coached athletes to Unbound 200 podiums and finishes.

If you're looking for a podcast, check out INSIDE THE BIG RING


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