Sunday, October 18, 2026 · Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia
228 days until race day
IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie takes place in Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia as an IRONMAN 70.3 race. The course features a downstream river swim, a rolling bike course with moderate elevation changes, and a flat run course.
River
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Rolling
90 km / 56 mi
Flat
21.1 km / 13.1 mi
If possible, train in river or flowing-water conditions to adapt your stroke to current.
Train on rolling terrain to build the ability to manage power on short climbs while maintaining speed on descents.
Practice running at a consistent pace on flat terrain — tempo runs and negative splits will pay off on race day.
Test your fueling strategy during long brick sessions to find the right mix of calories and hydration for 70.3 miles.
Transition's AI coach builds a training plan specifically adapted for this course. Your plan accounts for the river swim conditions, the rolling bike terrain, and the flat run profile — so you show up on race day fully prepared.
Your plan adjusts weekly based on your progress, recovery, and schedule changes.
Workouts target the exact demands of this course's swim, bike, and run profiles.
Nutrition rehearsal, taper optimization, and pacing strategy built into your plan.
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Our AI-powered ironman 70.3 plan adapts to your fitness, schedule, and this specific course. Start training smarter today.
View IRONMAN 70.3 PlanTraining for IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie requires a structured plan that addresses the specific course demands: a river swim, rolling bike, and flat run. Transition's AI coach builds a personalized plan that adapts to your fitness level and progressively prepares you for these exact conditions.
IRONMAN 70.3 Port Macquarie takes place in Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia as an IRONMAN 70.3 race. The course features a downstream river swim, a rolling bike course with moderate elevation changes, and a flat run course. The race takes place in Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia and attracts athletes from around the world.
Most athletes need 16-20 weeks of dedicated training for a IRONMAN 70.3. This allows sufficient time for base building, race-specific preparation, and a proper taper. Transition's AI coach can create a plan that fits your timeline and current fitness.
