The COMPETITIVE MASTERS 40+ - 18-Week Olympic Triathlon Training plan is designed for the COMPETITIVE MASTERS 40+ Athlete who can handle a heavier training load, has maintained their fitness (there is a V02 session in week one) with increased intensity throughout the plan, and wants to race the Olympic distance to achieve a podium position. If fitness hasn't been maintained one should consider the 24-week approach. Training is based on heart rate% a Garmin device is encouraged. You also have ...