Training Plan
Trail marathon (Advanced)
up to 50 km
📋 RACE DAY ADVICE
🗓️ 8 WEEKS
🏃🏼♀️ ADVANCED
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.
Includes Basic TrainingPeaks account
For experienced runners
Time based rather than distance
Requires access to hills or a treadmill
Race day advice
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