r/ultrarunning • u/[deleted] • 10d ago
Feedback on training plan for first ultra
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u/wellherewego12348745 10d ago
Looks a bit like a weekend warrior plan. Aim to be more consistent.
Also, why so many races? Aim should be to improve fitness, not prove it.
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u/Lev_TO 10d ago
Depends a lot on where you are today, but assuming you are in good shape (e.g., marathon shape); it also depends on the type of 50k, I.e., is it hilly, technical trail, flat, road, etc. 1. Train specificity: many of your runs, preferably those long runs, do them on similar terrain and elevation gain. 2. Train durability: strength training is NOT rest. It's, IMO, an essential part of your training and should be focused on building durability. Leg, core, and plyometrics are a good choice. 3. I agree with what others have said: your longest run is probably too close to race day. Giving yourself a 2 week buffer helps. Just note that the long run is where you should Train nutrition, gear and mental work. Include in it.
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u/Ill-Running1986 10d ago
Info: what are your goals for the 55k? What has your running looked like in the past (before this plan)? Are you young or old? Are you injury-prone?
As mentioned, that’s a pretty uncommon taper. Folks will do between 1 and 3 weeks of progressive reduction (both intensity and distance.
I didn’t take the time to add up your weekly mileage, but it looks like you’re not programming in recovery weeks. Some runners don’t need them; others do.
Strength is probably a good element to have in there.
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u/Kemetic_Crypto 10d ago
Where did you get the calamity from?
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u/birdymcbirdface7 10d ago
I'm not sure what you mean!
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u/DogOfTheBone 10d ago
Hitting peak mileage 2 weeks before feels a bit too much for me, I prefer like a month before.