mountain ultra marathon 50 miles - 100 km training plan
PLAN DURATION
18 WEEKS
BASE FITNESS LEVEL
ADVANCED
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS
RACE DAY ADVICE
TARGET
MOUNTAIN ULTRA OF 50 MILES TO 100 KM
overview
A dedicated 18 week plan tailored for the unique demands of mountain ultra marathons - 50 mile up to 100km distance, written by an experienced Coach and Mountain Runner and Sky Runner who has completed many of the hardest mountain races and ultra marathons including Trofeo Kima, Tromso Skyrace and the Glen Coe Skyline.
It is 18 weeks long and features 3 build weeks followed by a recovery week and a three week taper.
Designed for mountainous trail races, such as mountain ultra marathons events up to c.100km distance.
Requires access to hills or a treadmill for certain workouts and a HR monitor.
Time based rather than distance.
Suitable for those looking to finish or those looking for a fast time as optional for harder or easier workouts.
Race day advice provided throughout the plan.
Time based rather than distance
Requires access to hills or a treadmill
For experienced runners
Race day advice
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Sample workouts
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