More about Sky Race (Skyrunning Classic) – Beginner
📋 Plan Overview
Distance: 20–30 km
Elevation Gain: 2,000–3,000 m
Terrain: Technical, steep mountain terrain (Skyrunning)
Category: Sky Race
Skill / Level: Beginner (Sky Focus)
Duration: 12–32 weeks
Workouts/week: 6–9
Weekly hours: 5–7
Includes: Running, Strength, Mobility, Stretch
👟 Who Is This Plan For?
Designed for beginner to recreational trail runners preparing for their first Sky Race including races in the Skyrunner World Series and similar high-altitude, steep mountain races.
Ideal for those who train 4–7 hours per week and want to develop uphill strength, technical confidence, and endurance for high-altitude, steep mountain courses.
This plan builds your foundation progressively to ensure you reach race day strong, confident, and ready for the challenge.
📦 What You’ll Get
A structured plan by Arduua coaches, tailored for Skyrunning preparation.
Running sessions prescribed by time and heart rate zones for individualized pacing.
Includes strength, mobility, and stretch routines with clear guidance and videos.
Balanced progression for safe, consistent improvement and sustainable adaptation to steep terrain.
❤️ Training Methodology
Intensity guided by time and heart rate, not distance.
This ensures optimal training regardless of gradient or altitude.
All sessions consider elevation gain, terrain, and fatigue — key for building resilience and climbing efficiency.
📆 Plan Structure
Base (0–15w): Build aerobic endurance, leg strength, mobility, and durability for long ascents and descents.
Specific (8w): Increase climbing power, technical skill, and aerobic threshold.
Pre-Comp (8w): Race-pace sessions, back-to-back climbs, fueling practice, and steep terrain adaptation.
Taper+Race (1w): Reduce training load, sharpen freshness, and prepare for a confident Sky Race start.
⚙️ Requirements
TrainingPeaks-compatible watch or GPS.
Chest-strap HR monitor recommended (wrist HR not accurate enough).
🧭 How It Works
Purchase your plan here in the webshop. You’ll receive an email with next steps.
Then sync your TrainingPeaks app and connect it to the Arduua Coach Account:
Add our main coach account.
Your plan will be added to your account within a few days.
💬 Additional Services
Personal Coaching: Not included.
If you want more guidance, explore our Coaching Services >>.
✅ Summary
This beginner Skyrunning Classic plan helps you safely build the endurance, climbing power, and confidence needed to conquer steep, technical Sky Races.
📣 More info: arduua.com • Contact: info@arduua.com
