BEGINNER FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (HAMBURG - GERMANY 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
BEGINNER FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (HAMBURG - GERMANY 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
Train with Purpose for the Full Distance Triathlon Hamburg, Germany
This iconic race in the heart of Hamburg starts with a 3.8 km (2.4-mile) swim through the Inner and Outer Alster, followed by a flat and fast 179 km bike course past landmarks like the Reeperbahn and Speicherstadt, and finishes with a scenic four-loop 42.2 km (26.2-mile) run through downtown. It's a course built for speed—and our expertly designed training plan is built to get you there.
Our Six-Month Full Distance Triathlon Training Plan is ideal for first-time full-distance athletes. If you can swim 2.5 km, bike 45 miles, and run for 60 minutes, you're ready to begin.
Why This Plan Works for Hamburg:
✅ Tailored for Flat, Fast Courses
Hamburg's terrain is built for strong pacing. Our program focuses on sustainable speed through structured endurance sessions and race-pace intervals that simulate the exact demands of the course.
✅ 3:1 Training Cycle
Three weeks of progressive training followed by one week of recovery ensures your body adapts without burnout—perfect for long-course racing.
✅ Swim Mastery for Open Water
Improve technique and efficiency with video-based drills and targeted VO2 swim workouts, helping you stay calm and fast in the Alster's 70°F waters.
✅ Smart Bike and Run Sessions
RPE and heart rate-guided training teaches you how to pace on Hamburg’s flat bike course and manage energy across the marathon run, even in 73°F conditions.
✅ Triathlete-Specific Strength Training
Build durability and prevent injury with guided video strength workouts designed specifically for the beginner endurance athletes.
Hamburg is a full Distance Triathlon that rewards smart preparation. Our training plan doesn’t just build fitness—it builds confidence, strategy, and resilience.
🔥 Are you ready to make Hamburg your strongest race yet?
Commit to your journey today and start training with a plan engineered for this exact course. Your best race is waiting—let’s get started.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x3
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02:50:00 | 03:00:00 |
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Bike
x3
|
02:59:00 | 05:30:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
02:08:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:47:00 | 00:55:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:50:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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02:59:00 | 05:30:00 | |
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02:08:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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00:47:00 | 00:55:00 |
Training Load By Week
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