Base
Review past races and current fitness, then choose a suitable weekly load.
RACE PREPARATION / AROUND 42 KM
Trail marathon
Prepare for a long day on mountain trails. Develop endurance and technique, test nutrition and learn to keep something in reserve for the second half.
FOR YOUR RACE
What we
will work on.
01
Long sessions that reflect the course
02
Strength training and efficient movement
03
Food and hydration over longer distances
04
A plan for aid stations
TRAINING PHASES
From a solid base
to the start line.
The order and length of each phase are tailored to you. This is an overview of the preparation, not a ready-made training schedule.
Volume and resilience
Develop endurance and recovery capacity, with particular attention to descending technique.
Race-specific work
Complete long sessions on similar terrain and test your equipment.
Ready for the start
Reduce the training load and review the profile, pace and alternative race strategies.
Included in every programme
An introductory conversation and goal setting
A personal training plan
Weekly review and adjustments
Feedback from Ivan
Equipment advice
Race nutrition and strategy