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Train smart with a half-distance triathlon plan by Joe Friel, best-selling author and internationally recognized endurance coach.
 
• Prepare for a half-distance triathlon: swim = 2k, bike = 90k, run = 21.1k
• Plan is intended for advanced triathletes over age 50.
• Plan is for 12 weeks of Base period training, to be followed by 12 weeks of Build period training.
• Receive two follow-up emails from Joe with more information on the plan (must provide email address at time of purchase).
• If plan is not working for you within the first 2 weeks, you can switch to a plan of equal value or receive a full refund.
 

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“Joe Friel’s wealth of knowledge in triathlon is astounding.” —Siri Lindley, triathlon world champion
 
“Joe Friel is one of the world’s foremost experts on endurance sports.” —Outside magazine
 

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This half-distance Base plan for the over-50 triathlete was designed by Joe Friel using the principles from The Triathlete’s Training Bible. Having this book handy will help with many of the workouts presented in the training plan but is not necessary.
 

Who is this plan for?

This plan is intended for the over-50 triathlete who has been racing for two or more years, but it may also be used by younger athletes who seem to recover slowly after hard or long workouts. This is a very challenging training plan; do not purchase if you are not an advanced triathlete! The plan uses common triathlon language to describe the workouts and is easy to follow. By the end of 12 weeks you will have excellent Base period fitness and be ready to start the Build period 12 weeks prior to your A-priority, half-distance race.
 

When should you start the plan?

Start about 24 weeks prior to your A-priority race of the season. Following this 12-week plan will get you ready to start the Half-Distance Build period, which specifically prepares you for your A-priority race. You should be able to swim 1 hour, bike 1.5 hours, and run 1 hour before starting the plan. You should also be able to frequently do three workouts per day. You should have heart rate and power zones set before starting this plan. (For a detailed description of how to set your zones for heart rate, power, or pace, read this.)
 

What is the weekly volume?

Over 12 weeks, you will increase your weekly volume from about 13 hours to around 18 hours. A typical week includes 4–5 swims, 4–6 bikes, 4–6 runs, and 1–2 strength workouts. Exceptions are the R&R weeks every third week with volume significantly reduced to 4–5 days and self-testing at the end of the week to measure progress. (There is a similarly titled plan for Under-50 triathletes that has rest and recovery every fourth week instead of every third week.)
 

Do you need any devices?

This plan requires a bike power meter to gauge the bike intensities of this plan. The workouts use the TrainingPeaks “Workout Builder” so that they may be uploaded to a device (power meter, GPS, etc.). (For more information on compatible devices and apps and how to export the workouts, read this. However, it’s not necessary to upload the workouts in order to use this plan.)
 

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After your event, please provide feedback on how this plan worked for you.
 
“Thanks again for your interest in my training plans, and I hope your training and racing go very well this season.” —Joe Friel