Training Plans and Logs

Below are some training plans that have been taken from various sources. They are by no means all inclusive, but might give you a place to start as you are putting together your own program. I also included a couple of workout log spreadsheets and a spreadsheet to record your race results. Again, these are just some guides to help you get started on your own program. I hope you find them helpful.

Click on the image to see a larger version. These are programs for beginners/intermediates for the sprint, Olympic and half-ironman distances. If you are doing an Ironman race, chances are you have some other guidance.

First-Timer Sprint Triathlon - from coach potato to finish line by Eric Harr

Sprint Triathlon - athlete on a mission by Eric Harr

Olympic Distance - Beginner - HerSports Magazine

Olympic Distance - Intermediate - HerSports Magazine

Half Ironman - Gale Bernhardt - Triathlete Magazine

Training Logs

Race Results Log

Triathlon Training Options at the YMCA

Everything listed below in the chart is free to members, no additional cost
Goals: Swim, Bike & Run 2-3x a week, strength/stretch/core 2x a week

[Note: Click on the chart to view larger]

Purpose of Triathlon Club – Social Support

• Place to meet fellow triathletes & find training partners of similar ability
• Someone to talk to about training and races – a lot of times family & friends don’t understand nor want to hear about it
• Carpool & group support at races (split hotel for distant races) – wear team shirt before/after race to help spot each other & cheer each other on
• Social gathering a couple of times a year
• Email/Network group – upcoming races, training rides/runs/swims, a place to buy/sell triathlon gear, bikes, etc., a place to ask questions
• Be a mentor to a first time triathlete or sign up to have a mentor

Contact Jill Martino for more information at ymcajill@aol.com

St. Anthony's Training Program

Lisa Sandusky will be leading a FREE Olympic Distance training program for our members for St. Anthony's or whatever spring Olympic you are planning on competing in. The informational meeting will be on Wednesday, January 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the Bob Sierra Family YMCA Conference Room. The training program will officially begin on Monday, February 2, 2009. If you are interested in the training, but will be unable to make the informational meeting, email Lisa directly at lisa.sandusky@verizon.net.