8 Weeks out - The Training Breakdown
I thought it would be a great insight into what I am doing to prepare myself for this epic challenge. There are hours of work going into this to ensure I see success.
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1km or 150km
10th May 2025
The last big training day before the event let’s build the energy the excitement and support!
Peak Simulation Week..
Specificity: Long trail run with elevation
Vert capacity & eccentric downhill resilience
Maintain strength & aerobic support via swim/bike
Monday – Climb Session: Uphill Grinder
6x4 min hard climbing @ Z3-Z4
90 sec recovery between reps
Mobility / Core: 20–30 min total body flow
Focus: Elevation tolerance, muscular endurance
Front-load intensity, finish with volume
Estimated Training Time: 14-20 hrs
Tuesday – Hill Repeats + Descents
Main: 8x2 min steep uphill (Z4) w/ jog down recovery
Post-set: 3x 90s fast downhill descents
Focus: Power, prolonged contraction, eccentric loading
PM: Micro Strength (30–40 min)
Main: Plyometric & Posterior chain
Secondary: Push & Pull
Isometrics: Calfs & Loaded Core
Focus: Function, Strength maintenance, Durability
Wednesday – Aerobic Bike + Recovery
Session: 90-120 min Z2 Endurance Ride
Flat/moderate terrain or turbo trainer
Focus: Aerobic volume and adaptations
Thursday – Swim
Session: 4-5km swim
Pool or sea time is dependent
Focus: Simple practice
Friday – Rest & Prep
REST DAY
Optional: 30 min mobility flow
Focus: Nutrition + gear prep for Saturday
Saturday – Long Trail Simulation
Session: 50km Trail run
Aim for 2000–2500m with some sustained climbs
Focus: Dial in fuelling plan and post-session recovery routine
Sunday – REST
Full rest
Compression, food, nap, Netflix 😎
Focus: Reflect on the big week and recognise any adjustments. The work is complete. Clear the mind, celebrate the effort to this point.