Training Plans

Trail runner in red jacket and black shorts walking along mountain trail overlooking green and snowy mountain landscape.

Structured Success. Built for the Trail.

We pride ourselves on our personalized one on one run coaching, but we also wanted to provide basic training plans for those who prefer to be self guided, do not need a detailed plan, or who simply aren’t ready for the commitment of working with a coach. While we obviously believe in the results you can get with a personalized and dynamic training plan are far superior to a done for you plan, we get that it’s not for everyone, or may not be financially realistic.

Your First Ultra Doesn't Need to Be a Guessing Game.

The leap to ultra-running or a new distance can feel intimidating. Generic plans often lead to injury, burnout, or a finish line that feels more like survival than accomplishment. You need a program designed by an experienced coach who understands the unique demands of the trail—from navigating elevation to building resilient legs.

Our training plans are your roadmap. They provide a clear, science-backed framework so you can stop worrying about what to do and start focusing on the work.

What Makes Our Plans Different

Training by Effort (RPE): We don't just chase pace. Our plans use your perceived level of effort (RPE) to ensure every workout is an effective training stimulus, a method proven to reduce injury and adapt to real-world conditions.

Training by Time, Not Distance: On the trail, a mile isn't a mile. Our plans prescribe workouts by time, giving you the flexibility and specificity needed to train effectively for varied terrain and elevation.

Built to Last: We prioritize safe and sustainable mileage increases, building your body up to handle the demands of a new distance so you arrive at the start line healthy and confident.

Screenshot of a running training schedule calendar showing weekly running plan from May 18 to June 7, with different workout types and durations, some marked in green for easy runs and others in red for long runs.
A male runner wearing a green shirt, hydration pack with water bottles, and a headband, participating in a race outdoors on a sunny day.

The Tools for a Strong Finish.

Every training plan is more than a weekly schedule. It's a complete toolkit delivered to you on the TrainingPeaks platform.

  • A clear schedule outlining what to do and when to do it.

  • n exclusive guide covering everything from incorporating elevation gain to the benefits of training by time.

  • A simple guide to understanding and applying perceived level of effort in your runs.

  • Access your plan on the industry-standard platform for easy tracking and execution.

 

These trail running and ultra marathon training plans are designed specifically for runners who are taking their first attempt at a new distance. You will safely and sustainably build your mileage up so you can have fun and not break your body down too much in order to minimize the chance of getting injured.

All training plans prescribe training by perceived level of effort (RPE) and by training time. Gauging the intensity of your run by is the simplest and most effective way to understand how hard you are running, and you avoid some of the pitfalls that you encounter when training by pace or heart rate, especially for less experienced athletes.

Training plans are provided on the Training Peaks platform and will be accompanied by detailed guides covering how to train by RPE and a Training for the Trail Guide that covers everything from why we train by time not distance in trail running to how to incorporate elevation gain into your training to have the most successful attempt at your goal race. (if you want to see either of the guides, email me and I’ll share it with you, no training plan purchase necessary)

 
A man running in a marathon wearing a black athletic tank top, shorts, and a headband, with a race bib numbered 0732, outdoors in a wooded area.

Not Sure Which Path is Right for You?

A pre-built plan is a powerful tool. But if you need more hands-on support, 1:1 coaching is for you. A coach can offer a fully custom, adaptive plan that evolves with your life, along with ongoing communication and race strategy support.