Training Plan

Trail marathon

up to 50 km

📋 RACE DAY ADVICE

🗓️ 12 WEEKS

🏃🏼‍♀️ INTERMEDIATE

🏋️ STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

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A dedicated 12 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).

  • 2 or 3 build weeks + 1 recovery week blocks

  • 2 week taper

  • Progressive strength & conditioning plan

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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Includes Basic TrainingPeaks account

For experienced runners

Time based rather than distance

Requires access to hills or a treadmill

Race day advice

Strength and conditioning sessions


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