trail ultra marathon training plan 50 miles to 100 km (12 weeks)

PLAN DURATION

12 WEEKS

BASE FITNESS LEVEL

INTERMEDIATE - COMPETITIVE

ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS

RACE DAY ADVICE

TARGET

TRAIL ULTRA MARATHON 50 MILES TO 100 KM DISTANCE

overview

A dedicated 12 week plan tailored for the unique demands of trail ultra marathons - up to 100km distance, written by an experienced trail running Coach and Mountain Runner, and ultra runner who has completed many of the hardest mountain races including Trofeo Kima, Tromso Skyrace, Glen Coe Skyline and UTMB.

Excellent for experienced road runners transitioning to trail.

It is 12 weeks long and features 2 or 3 build weeks followed by a recovery week and a two week taper.
Designed for trail races for events from 50 miles up to c.100km distance on trails and for athletes that are comfortable running for c. 3 hours.

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 with downloadable guides.

  • Time based rather than distance

  • Requires access to hills or a treadmill

  • For experienced runners

  • Race day advice

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