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Your first Ironman / 18-week Ironman plan

18-week Ironman plan

Standard

A balanced build for most first-timers with a good starting point.

An 18-week plan with clear base, build and peak phases, planned recovery weeks, and a full race rehearsal before the taper.

£389 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

  • Have some triathlon or endurance experience
  • Already train a few times a week
  • Have an Ironman about four to five months away
  • Want a balanced plan that isn't rushed

Probably not for you if you

  • Have very little training background
  • Have less than 18 weeks until your race

Look at the 24-week plan, or the 12-week or 16-week plans if time is short.

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.

Base, build and peak phases

Each phase has a clear purpose, so you always know why you're doing what you're doing.

Planned recovery weeks

Lighter weeks built in so your body can absorb the training.

Fuelling practice

Practise your race-day fuelling in your long sessions, so there are no surprises.

Race rehearsal day

A full rehearsal of race day before the taper, including kit, pacing and fuelling.

Strength and mobility

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

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 1–5

Base

Build aerobic endurance and a consistent routine across all three sports.

Weeks 6–12

Build

Longer sessions, regular bricks and planned recovery weeks.

Weeks 13–16

Peak

Your biggest weeks, including a full race rehearsal day.

Weeks 17–18

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 18-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 18-week plan