This 12-week base training for the Competitive Intermediate Triathlete focuses on a few basic principles - Beginning with Base Strength Training (3X a Week), then progressing to Intermediate Functional Training while incorporating Low-Intensity Base Endurance, Swim Drill/Techniques, and Walk/Run Sessions. The base training will end with an FTP/Ramp test followed by a low-intensity brick session for a fitness assessment.  Once completed, you'll be able to move successfully into other forms of endurance training.

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This Competitive Intermediate Triathlete base training plan is built around the 3/1 approach (3 weeks load w/1 week recovery). You'll begin with just over 4hrs during your first week and a max of 10hrs. The plan emphasizes a progressive functional strength & conditioning approach specifically for the Competitive Intermediate Triathlete, then progressing to heavier loads. These are structured plans. You'll be able to sync this plan to your Garmin device
 
Strength training for the Competitive Intermediate Triathlete is important not only for success as a general endurance athlete but also for injury prevention, better overall fitness performance/quality of life, and for those Athletes aspiring to become an IRONMAN athlete. 

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The strength training process is built upon a 5 phase progressive optimization model, "Opt-Model," developed by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). During the plan, you will;​

Maximize your base training performance utilizing the five phases of the NASM OPT Model;
Phase 1 - Stabilization Endurance
Phase 2 - Strength Endurance
Phase 3 - Muscular Development
Phase 4 - Maximal Strength and 
Phase 5 - Power

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To view, a sample week of this plan Click Here

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Other featured items include:
- Instructional Video Swimming Drills
- Basic Nutritional Guidance  
- RPE/Heart Rate Structured Run/Walk sessions
- RPE/heart Rate Structured Bike session
- Strength Sessions (w/detailed video instruction*) Specifically Designed for the Competitive Intermediate Triathlete.

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• 15% off Stryd Running Pod*

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• Weekly Moments Of Motivation Video Series

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• Sync Structured Workouts to supported devices.

• Daily email/text reminders.

 

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