Barranquilla presents a unique challenge. Athletes face a warm 1.9 km ocean swim at Puerto Mocho Beach with water temperatures averaging 81°F (27°C), a rolling 90 km bike course along the Circunvalar de la Prosperidad, and a fast but demanding 21 km run along the Gran Malecón del Río where temperatures can reach 92°F (34°C). This Half Distance Triathlon training plan prepares you for those exact conditions through a structured 12-week foundation phase followed by a focused 24-week ...