mountain ultra marathon 50 miles - 100 km training plan
PLAN DURATION
18 WEEKS
BASE FITNESS LEVEL
ADVANCED
ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
RACE DAY ADVICE
TARGET
MOUNTAIN ULTRA OF 50 MILES TO 100 KM
overview
This is an 18-week ultra running training plan to prepare you for a mountain 50-miler, taking into account the specific demands of a hilly trail event.
The plan is designed for advanced athletes, looking to finish a mountain ultra race of c. 50 miles to 100 km. Those looking to improve times have the option of harder workouts.
It covers 18 weeks, split into 3 build weeks followed by a recovery week. There is a 3-week taper.
You will need access to hills or a treadmill for certain workouts and to a heart rate monitor.
Time based rather than distance
Requires access to hills or a treadmill
For experienced runners
Strength and conditioning sessions: stability, strength and power phases
Race day advice
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Hourly training load by week || Sample workouts for 1 day in Week 14
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