Ultra Trail Marathon – Mountain Classic (UTMB 50K Category) – Competitive 28w (Ultra, EN)
Ultra Trail Marathon – Mountain Classic (UTMB 50K Category) – Competitive 28w (Ultra, EN)
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Length
28 Weeks
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Plan Description
📋 Plan Overview
Distance: Marathon (≈ 40–60 km)
Elevation: 2,000–3,500 m
Terrain: Technical mountain terrain
Category: UTMB 50K (≈ 40–60 km)
Skill / Level: Competitive (Mountain Marathon Focus)
Duration: 28 weeks
Workouts/week: 7–12
Weekly hours: 10–14
Includes: Running, Strength, Mobility, Stretch
👟 Who Is This Plan For?
Designed for competitive trail runners preparing for mountain marathon races (UTMB 50K Category or similar). Best for athletes training 9+ hrs/week with strong trail running experience who want to optimize endurance, climbing power, and technical skill. Ideal for runners aiming for personal bests, top-category results, or challenging courses with high vertical gain.
📦 What You’ll Get
28-week performance-focused plan by Arduua coaches. Workouts prescribed by time and heart rate zones to ensure precise training control. Includes strength, mobility, and stretch sessions with video guidance. Structured for progressive adaptation, combining volume, intensity, and recovery for peak performance on race day.
❤️ Training Methodology
Intensity prescribed by time and heart rate, not distance. Each session guided by duration and pulse for optimal adaptation and individualized pacing. The plan accounts for terrain, elevation, fatigue, and conditions to ensure consistent, high-quality development and long-term improvement.
📆 Plan Structure
Base (10w): Build robust aerobic foundation, strength, mobility, and durability. Reinforce muscles and joints for technical terrain and long climbing efforts.
Specific (8w): Increase threshold and VO₂max capacity. Develop climbing power, running economy, and technical trail efficiency through focused workouts.
Pre-Comp (8w): Race-intensity long runs, back-to-back weekends, and terrain-specific sessions. Fine-tune fueling, hydration, and race strategy.
Taper+Race (2w): Reduce load, sharpen freshness, and execute your race plan. Arrive fully prepared, confident, and ready to perform.
⚙️ Requirements
TrainingPeaks-compatible watch or GPS.
Chest-strap HR monitor (wrist HR not accurate enough).
✅ Summary
This 28-week competitive trail marathon plan builds elite-level endurance, climbing power, and precision pacing for races in the UTMB 50K Category. Train smarter, recover better, and reach your peak performance on technical mountain terrain.
📣 More info: arduua.com • Contact us at: info@arduua.com
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Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
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Run
x6
|
08:03:00 | 04:30:00 |
|
Other
x3
|
01:19:00 | 01:00:00 |
|
Strength
x2
|
01:17:00 | 00:50:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
08:03:00 | 04:30:00 | |
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|
01:19:00 | 01:00:00 | |
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01:17:00 | 00:50:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- GPS
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