Training Plan

Trail marathon (Advanced)

up to 50 km

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📋 RACE DAY ADVICE

🗓️ 8 WEEKS

🏃🏼‍♀️ ADVANCED

⭐️ TOP RATED · TRUSTED BY 100s

Prepare for a trail marathon to 50km with a high-volume running plan for experienced athletes.

A dedicated 8 week plan tailored for the unique demands of trail marathons - up to 50 km distance. Excellent for experienced road runners transitioning to trail.

Suitable for those looking to achieve a finish or for improving your time (options for easier or harder sessions).

Features some double run days.

  • 2 or 3 build weeks + 1 recovery week blocks

  • 2 week taper

Written by Coach Doug Stewart, an experienced trail running Coach and Mountain Runner, and ultra runner who has completed many of the world’s most iconic trail and mountain races, while coaching hundreds of runners to success in off road events.

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For experienced runners

Time based rather than distance

Requires access to hills or a treadmill

Race day advice

Syncs with your watch


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