More about 100 km Ultra Trail – Mountain Classic (UTMB 100K Category) – Beginner
📋 Plan Overview
Distance: 100 km
Elevation Gain: 3,000–6,000 m
Terrain: Technical mountain terrain
Category: UTMB 100K (≈ 80–120 km)
Skill / Level: Beginner (Ultra-Trail Focus)
Duration: 24–48 weeks
Workouts/week: 7–12
Weekly Hours: 7–10
Includes: Running, Strength, Mobility, Stretch
👟 Who Is This Plan For?
This plan is designed for recreational ultra-trail runners preparing to complete their first 100 km mountain race — including events in the UTMB 100K category or similar.
It’s ideal for athletes who have already finished shorter ultras (such as 50K–80K), train consistently at least 6 hours per week, and want to progress safely toward the 100 km distance.
The focus is on steady, sustainable progression — developing endurance, strength, and trail efficiency so you can finish strong and injury-free.
📦 What You’ll Get
A progressive plan written in English by experienced Arduua trail running coaches.
Running sessions are prescribed by time and heart rate zones (not distance), ensuring each workout adapts to your current fitness.
Includes strength, mobility, and stretching workouts with clear guidance and video support.
The plan structure emphasizes gradual adaptation, recovery balance, and long-term sustainability — reducing injury risk and overtraining.
❤️ Training Methodology
Training intensity is prescribed by time and heart rate, rather than distance or pace.
This ensures precise effort control and optimal adaptation across varied terrain, elevation, and fatigue levels.
Each session is designed to promote consistent progress and sustainable improvement toward your race goal.
📆 Plan Structure
Base (6–30w): Build aerobic endurance, strength, and durability for long mountain efforts.
Specific (8w): Develop climbing efficiency, thresholds, and trail technique.
Pre-Comp (8w): Incorporate ultra-specific long runs, back-to-backs, and race simulations.
Taper + Race (2w): Reduce volume and sharpen for peak race performance.
⚙️ Requirements
TrainingPeaks-compatible watch or GPS device.
Chest-strap HR monitor (wrist HR is not accurate enough).
🧭 How It Works
Purchase your plan here in the webshop. You will then receive an email from us with further instructions.
Next, install and sync your TrainingPeaks app, and connect it to the Arduua Coach Account by clicking this link:
Add our main coach account.
Once your TrainingPeaks account is connected to Arduua, please allow a couple of days for us to add your training plan to your account.
💬 Additional Services
Personal Coaching
Personal Coaching is not included in this plan.
If you are looking for more individualized support, we recommend signing up for one of our Coaching Services >>.
✅ Summary
This training plan provides a safe, structured, and progressive approach to conquering your first 100 km ultra.
Build endurance, strength, and mental resilience to cross the finish line confident, strong, and injury-free.
📣 More info: arduua.com • Contact us: info@arduua.com
