Designed for Sport category Cirque Series participants, this 8-week plan builds from a foundation of easy aerobic running, hiking, and functional strength into a race ready peak. No prior structured training is required.
Races in the Cirque Series typically cover 6 to 9 miles with 2,200–4,000 feet of gain and loss on steep ski resort style terrain. The races are short and relentlessly vertical. This plan prioritizes uphill efficiency, downhill confidence, and consistent weekly volume over intensity
First time mountain racers and experienced trail runners stepping up to vertical specific events, these plans meet athletes wherever they are.
Ultra running coach for trail and mountain ultramarathons, 50K to 200 miles. Thirteen 200+ mile finishes including the Triple Crown of 200s, four straight Cocodona 250s with two top-fives, plus Western States, Leadville and Badwater 135. I build time-based training that fits around your life rather than replacing it. I also co-host the Distance To Empty podcast. Reach out for a free consultation to see if we're a good fit: distancetoemptypod.com