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16-week Ironman plan

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For fit athletes with regular swim, bike and run training.

A 16-week plan with a short base phase to sharpen your technique, then a steady build to race-distance sessions.

£329 one-off
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Is it right for you?

An honest guide to who gets the most from this.

A great fit if you

  • Train regularly in all three sports
  • Have done a Sprint or Olympic triathlon, or similar
  • Can already swim front crawl continuously
  • Have an Ironman about four months away

Probably not for you if you

  • Are starting from scratch
  • Have six months or more before your race

Look at the 24-week or 18-week plan instead.

What's included

Personalised for you from your questionnaire.

Personalised week-by-week plan

Every week set out clearly, built around your goals, your available time and your current fitness.

Short base phase

Three weeks to sharpen your technique and settle into a consistent routine.

Steady build

Gradual progression towards race-distance sessions, without big jumps.

Regular brick sessions

Bike-to-run sessions to get used to running off the bike.

Strength and mobility

Simple strength and mobility work to help you stay injury-free through the build.

Two-week taper and race-week plan

A proper taper and a clear plan for the days before your race.

Race-day pacing guide

How to pace the swim, bike and run so you have something left for the marathon.

How your plan is structured

The shape of your training from first week to race day. The sessions themselves are built around you.

Weeks 1–3

Base

Sharpen your technique and build a consistent weekly routine.

Weeks 4–10

Build

Steadily longer sessions across all three sports, with regular bricks.

Weeks 11–14

Peak

Your biggest weeks and longest sessions.

Weeks 15–16

Taper

Two weeks to freshen up, with a clear race-week plan.

How it works

From first message to race day.

  1. Get in touchFill in the form and choose Your first Ironman plan.
  2. Complete the questionnaireYour race, goals, experience, weekly time and any injuries.
  3. Pay securelyYou'll get a secure payment link.
  4. Receive your planYour week-by-week plan is built around your answers and sent to you before your start date.
  5. TrainFollow the plan, week by week.
  6. Race dayUse your pacing guide and enjoy crossing the line.

Work out your start date

Enter your race date to see when your 16-week plan should start.

Compare Ironman plans

All four plans are personalised. The difference is how much time you have and where you're starting from.

12 weeks16 weeks18 weeks24 weeks
Price£249£329£389£479
Best if youAlready have a strong endurance baseTrain regularly in all three sportsHave some experience and a good starting pointAre new, returning or want the lowest injury risk
PhasesBuild, peak, taperBase, build, peak, taperBase, build, peak, taperFoundation, base, build, peak, taper
Race rehearsalsBuilt into peak weeksBuilt into peak weeksOne rehearsal dayTwo full rehearsals
TaperShort and sharpTwo weeksTwo weeksTwo weeks

Questions

The things athletes usually ask.

How do I get started?

Fill in the Get in touch form and choose the plan you're interested in. I'll reply, send you the athlete questionnaire and a secure payment link, then build your plan from your answers.

Is ongoing coaching support included?

No. This is a one-off, personalised plan. If you'd like regular feedback and calls as you train, have a look at the monthly coaching packages.

Do I need a power meter or special kit?

No. A sports watch or app that records your sessions is enough. A heart rate monitor helps, and a power meter is useful but not essential.

Can I get a refund?

See the refunds and cancellations policy. In short, you can cancel within 14 days, but not once your full plan has been delivered.

What if I get ill or injured?

Get advice from your GP or a physio first. My plans aren't a substitute for medical advice.

Ready for your first Ironman?

Tell me about your goals and I'll be in touch.

Start your 16-week plan