More about Sky Race (Skyrunning Classic) – Competitive
📋 Plan Overview
Distance: 20–30 km
Elevation Gain: 2,000–3,000 m
Terrain: Highly technical, steep alpine terrain
Category: Sky Race
Skill / Level: Competitive (Sky Focus)
Duration: 12–32 weeks
Workouts/week: 8–12
Weekly hours: 9–12
Includes: Running, Strength, Mobility, Stretch
👟 Who Is This Plan For?
Designed for competitive mountain runners preparing for demanding Sky Races including races in the Skyrunner World Series and similar high-altitude, steep mountain races.
Best for athletes with strong trail backgrounds, training 9–12+ hours weekly.
Ideal for those targeting top results or personal bests on steep, technical, high-altitude courses.
📦 What You’ll Get
A performance-oriented Skyrunning plan from Arduua coaches.
Sessions are time and HR-based for precise intensity control.
Includes dedicated climbing intervals, technical downhill training, strength, and mobility routines.
Structured for progressive overload, tapering, and peak performance on race day.
❤️ Training Methodology
Intensity prescribed by time and heart rate.
All sessions account for altitude, gradient, and fatigue, supporting high-level aerobic and muscular adaptation.
Balanced training blocks optimize both endurance and power for sustained performance in extreme conditions.
📆 Plan Structure
Base (0–15w): Build maximal aerobic capacity, strength, and joint resilience.
Specific (8w): Develop VO₂max, lactate threshold, and steep uphill efficiency.
Pre-Comp (8w): Race-intensity climbs, descending speed, and terrain simulation.
Taper+Race (1w): Sharpen, recover, and race at peak fitness.
⚙️ Requirements
TrainingPeaks-compatible watch or GPS.
Chest-strap HR monitor required for accuracy.
🧭 How It Works
Purchase your plan and follow the email instructions.
Then sync your TrainingPeaks app and connect to the Arduua Coach Account here:
Add our main coach account.
💬 Additional Services
Personal Coaching: Not included.
For individual coaching, visit Coaching Services >>.
✅ Summary
This competitive Sky Race plan pushes your performance to the next level.
Develop advanced endurance, power, and technical skills for high-altitude, vertical mountain racing.
Reach the start line fully prepared to perform your best.
📣 More info: arduua.com • Contact: info@arduua.com
