INTERMEDIATE FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (VITORIA GASTEIZ - SPAIN 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
INTERMEDIATE FULL DISTANCE TRIATHLON - 24 WEEKS - (VITORIA GASTEIZ - SPAIN 2026) - PAUL M. JOHNSON
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Length
24 Weeks
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Plan Description
The Vitoria-Gasteiz Full Distance Triathlon is known for its fast, scenic course—featuring a calm 3.8 km swim in Ulibarri-Gamboa Lake, a breathtaking 180.2 km bike ride through Álava’s countryside and Camino de Santiago, and a crowd-supported 42.2 km run through the historic city center. To perform at your best, you need a training plan that prepares you for the specific demands of this race—physically, mentally, and strategically.
This six-month intermediate training plan is designed for triathletes with a solid base who want to elevate their performance without wasting time on generic routines.
✅ Race-Specific Conditioning
Every session is purpose-built to simulate race conditions in Vitoria-Gasteiz, from open-water swim prep to long endurance rides mimicking the rolling terrain of the Álava region and urban run pacing through city loops.
✅ Progressive Structure for Sustainable Gains
Following a 3-week build / 1-week recovery format, this periodized approach promotes consistent improvements without overtraining—critical for Full Distance Triathlon success.
✅ Efficient Weekly Training
Starts at 8 hours per week and peaks around 16, targeting:
• VO2 max intervals to improve speed and oxygen capacity
• Threshold sessions for bike and run efficiency
• Brick workouts to sharpen bike-to-run adaptation
• Open-water swim drills
• Strength sessions tailored to triathletes
✅ Precision Tools for Better Training
📹 AI-generated run gait analysis
🏊 Instructional swim drill videos
🚴♂️ Structured heart rate & power-based intervals
💪 Strength training with pro-level video* guidance
✅ Built-In Email Coaching Support
Stay accountable and receive expert guidance as you move through the plan. Whether you need pacing strategies, nutrition feedback, or adjustments due to life events, we’re here to help you adapt and succeed.
You're not training to finish—you’re training to race. If you're targeting the Full Distance Triathlon in Vitoria-Gasteiz, this plan gives you the structure and support to arrive confident and prepared.
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x3
|
02:53:00 | 03:00:00 |
|
Bike
x3
|
03:17:00 | 05:25:00 |
|
Swim
x3
|
02:12:00 | 01:30:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
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02:53:00 | 03:00:00 | |
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03:17:00 | 05:25:00 | |
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02:12:00 | 01:30:00 | |
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01:16:00 | 01:00:00 |
Training Load By Week
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