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Triathlon / Swim · 20 weeks · Intermediate

Time-crunched? This plan gets you faster on fewer, smarter swims.

A 20-week, lower-frequency swim block for athletes who can't live in the pool but still want real improvement. Every session earns its place: CSS-based pacing, technique focus, and threshold work, with no junk yardage.

Who it's for

Busy swimmers and triathletes training 2–3 swims a week who want efficient, structured progress.

What's inside
  • ✓20 weeks of efficient, structured swim sessions
  • ✓CSS-based pace zones
  • ✓High technique-to-volume ratio — economy first
  • ✓Built-in recovery weeks
  • ✓Purpose notes on key sets

Built on the method of Breno Melo.

Want weekly feedback and race-day strategy? Apply for 1:1 coaching instead.

Sample week

What a typical week looks like.

Monday

Technique + drill focus set

Tuesday

CSS / threshold main set

Wednesday

Rest or dryland strength

Thursday

Speed and stroke-rate set

Friday

Aerobic endurance swim

Saturday

Long continuous / open-water simulation

Sunday

Rest or easy recovery swim

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