A dedicated 23 week plan tailored for the unique demands of mountain ultra marathons of 100 mile distance, written by an experienced Coach and Mountain Runner, Sky Runner who has completed many of the hardest mountain races and ultra marathons including Lavaredo Ultra Trail, Trofeo Kima, Tromso Skyrace and the Glen Coe Skyline.

It is 23 weeks long and features 3 build weeks followed by a recovery week before moving to 2 build weeks and 1 recovery week as training intensifies. It has a three week taper.

Designed for mountainous trail races, such as mountain ultra marathons events up to c.100 mile distance.

Requires access to hills or a treadmill for certain workouts and a HR monitor.
Time based rather than distance.
It includes a Strength and Conditioning Plan that compliments the stage of run training, starting with Stability and moving through Strength and Power Phases. It involves two sessions per week on Build Weeks and 1 Session on Recovery weeks.

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.