Conquer Kerrville Tri: Your 4-Month Half Distance Training Plan

Are you ready to take on the challenge of the Kerrville Triathlon’s Half Distance race? With a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run, it’s an exhilarating test of endurance and determination. But fear not! With the right training plan and dedication, you can cross that finish line feeling strong and accomplished.

Month 1: Establish Your Foundation

• Swim: Start with two swim sessions per week, focusing on building endurance and technique. Aim for at least 1,000 meters per session.
• Bike: Begin with three bike rides per week, incorporating both shorter, high-intensity rides and longer, steady-state rides. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 50-60 miles.
• Run: Kick off your running training with three runs per week, including a mix of shorter, faster runs and longer, slower runs. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 15-20 miles.

Month 2: Build Your Strength

• Swim: Increase your swim volume to three sessions per week, incorporating drills and interval training to improve speed and endurance. Aim for 1,500-2,000 meters per session.
• Bike: Continue with three bike rides per week, gradually increasing both intensity and duration. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 70-80 miles.
• Run: Maintain three runs per week, gradually increasing your long run distance while also incorporating speed work and hill training. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 20-25 miles.

Month 3: Refine Your Skills

• Swim: Maintain three swim sessions per week, focusing on refining your technique and building confidence in open water. Aim for 2,000-2,500 meters per session.
• Bike: Maintain three bike rides per week, with a focus on increasing your time in the saddle and practicing race-specific skills such as pacing and nutrition. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 80-90 miles.
• Run: Continue with three runs per week, with an emphasis on race pace efforts and longer, steady-state runs. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 25-30 miles.

Month 4: Taper and Fine-Tune

• Swim: Reduce your swim volume to two sessions per week, focusing on maintaining your fitness and fine-tuning your technique. Aim for 1,500-2,000 meters per session.
• Bike: Reduce your bike volume to two rides per week, with a focus on shorter, higher-intensity efforts to maintain fitness while allowing for recovery. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 50-60 miles.
• Run: Reduce your run volume to two sessions per week, with a focus on shorter, race-pace efforts and maintaining your fitness while allowing for recovery. Aim for a total weekly mileage of 15-20 miles.

Remember to listen to your body throughout your training journey and adjust your plan as needed to prevent injury and ensure optimal performance on race day. With dedication, consistency, and smart training, you’ll be well-prepared to conquer the Kerrville Triathlon Half Distance race and achieve your goals. See you at the finish line! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️