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Ultramarathon Training Plans
Train for 50K to 100 miles with structured plans designed to help you go further, stay consistent, and take on the ultimate endurance challenge.
Are you ready to go beyond the marathon and take on a new kind of running challenge?
Ultramarathons are less about the clock and more about endurance, resilience, and pushing your limits. After completing multiple 50-mile ultramarathons, Coach Andrew Taylor understands firsthand how the right training plan can dramatically improve both your success and your enjoyment on race day.
Training for an ultramarathon requires a different approach than traditional race distances. Our ultramarathon plans are designed to guide you through that process with structure, flexibility, and practical experience built in.
New to long-distance running? Build your foundation with a marathon training plan.
Choose Your Ultramarathon Training Plan
Explore structured plans for shorter distances:
What You Get With Every Ultramarathon Plan
All ultramarathon training plans are delivered through Final Surge—giving you the tools to stay organized, consistent, and prepared for the unique demands of ultrarunning.
- Structured day-by-day training schedule
- Delivered digitally through Final Surge (mobile + desktop access)
- Sync with Garmin, Strava, Apple Watch, and more
- Daily workout reminders and tracking
- Workouts based on effort, pace, or terrain
- Long-run and back-to-back run structure
- Guidance for pacing, fueling, and race preparation
- Printable PDF version of your plan
- Built for flexibility and real-world training conditions
Are You Experienced with Ultramarathons?
Whether you’re new to ultrarunning or building on past experience, these plans are designed to guide you through the key elements of ultra training:
- Building and extending your long runs
- Using structured training cycles
- Incorporating tempo and effort-based training
- Walking and hiking strategies
- Importance of recovery and rest days
- Modifying your plan based on fatigue or conditions
- Back-to-back long runs
- Cross-training and strength work
Ultramarathon training follows a cyclical structure, typically alternating between higher-intensity weeks and recovery weeks to reduce injury risk and support long-term progress. These plans are designed to help you adapt physically and mentally to the demands of ultra-distance racing.
What You Need to Know About Ultramarathon Distances
Our ultramarathon plans are built for the most common race distances:
- 50K
- 50 Mile
- 100K
- 100 Mile
If your race falls slightly outside these distances, you can still use these plans by choosing the closest option and adjusting as needed.
Ultramarathon courses vary widely—terrain, elevation, and conditions all play a role. These plans are designed to give you a strong framework, while allowing you to adapt your training to match your specific race.
Looking for more training guidance?
If you need more personalized motivation or advice, we offer online run coaching.
Take the next step in your running ability! Receive a running plan that adapts with you and get feedback throughout your training from Coach Andrew Taylor.
