“You are an Ironman!” When you cross the finish line and hear those words, you’ve accomplished something very special.

Especially designed for age group triathletes with full time jobs and other commitments, the single goal of this 18-week training plan is to set you up for YOUR IRONMAN TEXAS SUCCESS on May 19, 2012.

Hand-crafted by USA Triathlon-certified coach and elite triathlete David Glover, MS, CSCS this plan encapsulates his passion for the sport, his Iron-distance experience (28 finishes, 5 overall wins, 8:51 PR) and his success coaching hundreds of triathletes.

Starting 18 weeks before your target race, this plan progresses through three base periods and one build period (17.5 hrs max per week) prior to peaking and tapering. Each week typically contains 3x swims, 3x bikes and 3x runs plus 1 BRICK run. Using the plan, you will build up to: 3,800 yards (or meters) swimming, 5-6 hours biking and 2.5 hours running. Your weekly schedule includes optional time allocation for strength exercises and a designated off day (Monday). We recommend using a heart rate monitor in conjunction with perceived effort but you may use power as well.

Purchase of this plan includes the comprehensive 40+ page ENDURANCEWORKS Triathlon Training Guide, which explains how to use your training plan, and, as an added bonus, Build and Maintain: Strength Training for Triathletes.

Prior to using this plan, you should be able to complete the following workouts:

• Swim: 500 meters or yards continuously
• Bike: 2.5 hours continuously
• Run: 70 min continuously

Most importantly, purchase of this program includes complimentary email access to David Glover at any time for questions that you may have about this plan.

Questions? Please visit us on the web at enduranceworks.net or email David directly at: david@enduranceworks.net.