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Power Based - Trail Marathon - 50km Ultra 18 Week Training Plan With Strength and Conditioning

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Power Based - Trail Marathon - 50km Ultra 18 Week Training Plan With Strength and Conditioning

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


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Author

Doug Stewart

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Length

18 Weeks

Includes Structured Workouts

Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.


Learn More about Structured Workouts.

Plan Description

A dedicated 18 week power based plan with structured workouts tailored for the unique demands of trail marathons - up to 50km 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.

It is 18 weeks long and features 3 build weeks followed by a recovery week and a three week taper.
Designed for trail races for events up to c.50km distance.
It includes a progressive Strength and Conditioning plan with 2 workouts per build week and 1 per recovery week that compliments the stage of run training - starting with Stability, before moving through Strength and then Power Phases.

Requires access to hills or a treadmill for certain workouts and a running power meter.
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.

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Training Plan Sample Week

Stats

Average Weekly Breakdown

Workouts Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run x6
08:09:00 03:30:00
Strength x2
01:29:00 01:00:00
Workouts Per Week Weekly Average Longest Workout
Run
08:09:00 03:30:00
Strength
01:29:00 01:00:00

Training Load By Week


This plan works best with the following fitness devices:

  • Power Meter

All supported devices

Doug Stewart

TMR Coaching

TMR Coaching are here to help you reach your goals in endurance events. We offer bespoke coaching packages and training plans for some of the toughest events on the planet.

Coaching for:

  • Ultra running
  • Mountain & sky running
  • Endurance and extreme triathlon

Services:

  • Specialised running and triathlon training plans
  • Performance analysis making use of latest technologies (WKO5, Best Bike Split, Running Power Meters)
  • Strength & conditioning
  • Mental training and race planning

  • This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
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  • Track your performance with robust data tracking and detailed graphs.
  • Plan for your event in the TrainingPeaks calendar.
  • Track your weight, sleep, hours, fatigue and stress while you train.
  • Completed workouts sync with popular apps like Garmin and Wahoo. Learn More
  • If plan includes Structured Workouts, then planned workouts sync to compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time. Learn More

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This plan is protected by our Refund Policy and may, with the author's approval, be exchanged for a plan of equal value from the same author.

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