This is an Ironman training plan for triathlon beginners, those who have a basic level of physical fitness. A person beginning this program should be able to swim for up to one kilometer (pauses are okay, but swim without stopping for at least a couple hundred yards), bike for up to 90 minutes, and run/jog for up to one hour. If you need to develop basic triathlon fitness and skills, please visit www.xltrifit.com and begin the 12 week XL TriFit program.