Ultra Distance Road Running Build & Peak Training Plan (v7.2/12)
Ultra Distance Road Running Build & Peak Training Plan (v7.2/12)
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Length
12 Weeks
Structured Workouts automatically sync with compatible devices and guide you through workouts in real time.
Learn More about Structured Workouts.
Plan Description
This Training Plan is for the runner who wants to prepare for an Ultra Marathon distance road running race but is limited to between 7 and 9 hours of training per week.
What monitoring equipment do you require to get the most out of this training plan?
A heart rate monitor is essential for the running and cross-training sessions as the training zones are expressed in %THR (%Threshold Heart Rate)
Why use this training plan?
Build and Peak training is built upon the Base training phase of the year. In this phase of training, both the volume and intensity of your training increase.
This training plan should form the second phase of your preparation and is meant to improve your Muscular Endurance, Physical and Mental resilience.
What can you expect?
This plan starts at 6 hours and 54 minutes and builds up to a maximum of 8 hours and 47 minutes per week.
Weeks 1 to 3: Block 1 of Build Training
Weeks 4 to 6: Block 2 of Build Training
Weeks 7 to 10: Peak Training Weeks
Week 11: Taper Week
Week 12: Race Week
Access to Facilities
Access to a flat 5km running route or circuit for the Test and Re-Test weeks.
What is included with the training plan?
Included with this plan are sport-specific flexibility and core strength plans.
Access our FREE training tools to help you accurately set up your training zones.
How it Works
Load Your Plan
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Workout and Analyze
Upload completed workouts from your favorite tracking app or device.
Track Your Progress
Get feedback, stay on top of your training and perform at your best.
Training Plan Sample Week
Stats
Average Weekly Breakdown
| Workouts | Weekly Average | Longest Workout |
|---|---|---|
|
Run
x5
|
05:32:00 | 04:28:00 |
|
Day Off
x1
|
—— | —— |
|
Strength
x1
|
00:41:00 | 00:45:00 |
| Workouts Per Week | Weekly Average | Longest Workout | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
05:32:00 | 04:28:00 | |
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|
—— | —— | |
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|
00:41:00 | 00:45:00 |
Training Load By Week
This plan works best with the following fitness devices:
- Heart Rate Monitor
- This plan includes a Free Basic TrainingPeaks Account.
- Access your training plan anywhere on the TrainingPeaks mobile and desktop apps.
- 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
Refund Policy
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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