This 36-Week Advanced Training Plan is expertly built to prepare you for the unique demands of this spectacular course — from the fast-flowing swim to the scenic bike ride and the riverside run. ✅ Swim Like a Pro in the Columbia River This plan prepares you for the 1.2-mile downstream swim by incorporating open water technique drills, pacing strategies, and sighting practice — all critical for navigating from Howard Amon Park to Columbia Point Park with ease and speed. ✅ Power Through the ...