Sunday, September 20, 2026 · Richland, WA, United States
200 days until race day
IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities is an IRONMAN 70.3 race held in Richland, WA, United States. The race includes a river swim with light current, a rolling bike course through varied terrain, and finishes with a flat run leg built for consistent pacing.
River
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Rolling
90 km / 56 mi
Flat
21.1 km / 13.1 mi
Work on sighting and maintaining a straight line, as river currents can push you off course.
Practice power management on rolling courses — surge over short rises, then recover on the descents without losing momentum.
Focus on negative-split long runs on flat courses to build the discipline needed for steady pacing off the bike.
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.
“Transition has helped me improve my Ironman training more than any other method I've encountered in my triathlon journey. It's incredibly precise and personalized.”
Carlos Rebelo — Triathlete
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 Washington Tri-Cities 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 Washington Tri-Cities is an IRONMAN 70.3 race held in Richland, WA, United States. The race includes a river swim with light current, a rolling bike course through varied terrain, and finishes with a flat run leg built for consistent pacing. The race takes place in Richland, WA, United States 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.
