Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Cambridge, MD, United States
199 days until race day
Held in Cambridge, MD, United States, IRONMAN Maryland is an full-distance IRONMAN event. The course features a river swim with light current, a flat and fast bike course, and a flat and fast run course.
River
3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Flat
180 km / 112 mi
Flat
42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Work on sighting and maintaining a straight line, as river currents can push you off course.
Focus on sustained power and aerodynamics for the flat bike course — time trial position and pacing are key.
Train for even pacing on flat ground with race-pace tempo runs and practice holding form when fatigued.
For a full IRONMAN, rehearse your nutrition strategy during long training sessions — aim for 60-90g of carbs per hour on the bike.
Transition's AI coach builds a training plan specifically adapted for this course. Your plan accounts for the river swim conditions, the flat 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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Carlos Rebelo — Triathlete
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View IRONMAN PlanTraining for IRONMAN Maryland requires a structured plan that addresses the specific course demands: a river swim, flat 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.
Held in Cambridge, MD, United States, IRONMAN Maryland is an full-distance IRONMAN event. The course features a river swim with light current, a flat and fast bike course, and a flat and fast run course. The race takes place in Cambridge, MD, United States and attracts athletes from around the world.
Most athletes need 24-30 weeks of dedicated training for a full IRONMAN. 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.
