The Half Distance Triathlon in Manta, Ecuador starts with a 1.9 km swim in calm Pacific waters averaging 78°F (26°C), followed by a fast, flat 90 km bike course along Manta’s coastal roads, and finishes with a 21 km run through city streets where temperatures average 77°F (25°C). Success requires preparation for heat, endurance, and race-specific pacing. Our 36-week Half Distance Triathlon training plan is tailored for Masters athletes aged 40+, addressing the unique demands of this course and ...