Plan Goal: Step up and master the ultra distance with strength, strategy, and confidence!
This intermediate-level plan is built for runners ready to take on the challenge of a 50-Miler or 100K and perform at their best. Over the coming months, you’ll build advanced endurance, strength, and mental resilience, with smart progressions in mileage, race-specific preparation, and fueling strategies. Training includes 6+ key runs per week, strategic back-to-back long runs, and race simulation efforts to prepare your body and mind for the demands of ultra racing.
You’ll focus on sustainable aerobic development, efficient hiking, pacing control, and sharpening your ability to endure and thrive deep into the race. Every session is designed with purpose to help you peak at the right time and finish strong.
Perfect for: Experienced marathoners stepping up to ultra distances, or returning ultra runners aiming to complete or compete at 50 miles or 100K.
To support your ultra journey and maximise your progress, we recommend (optional) adding complementary work alongside your run plan:
✅ Strength & Conditioning: Build durability, muscular endurance, and injury resilience to go the distance.
✅ Mobility & Recovery: Maintain range of motion, improve tissue health, and speed recovery between key training days.
We recommend including cross-training alongside your plan to support aerobic fitness, reduce injury risk, and aid recovery. Low-impact options like cycling, swimming, strength, or mobility work can complement your running or triathlon training without adding extra stress. Use cross-training on easy or recovery days for best results.
These are optional, but they’re powerful tools to enhance your performance, longevity, and race-day confidence.
Need guidance on how to blend these extras into your plan? Just reach out — we’re here to help you make this your strongest ultra yet!
British TriathTriathlon Coach (Personal Coach)
Level 4 S&C Fundamentals Coach
80/20 Endurance Certified Coach
Level 2 Training Peaks Accredited Coach
NCFE Level 2 Nutrition & Health
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