UTMB® Training · All distances

Demands: conservative pacing, long descents, gear and nights.

• Block plan: base → terrain/altitude specific → taper.
• Night simulations and aid-station strategy.
• Specific strength and downhill technique to keep legs fresh.

Demands: running economy, technical downhills and day–night transition.

• Quality sessions well placed without breaking the week.
• Technique and neuromuscular fatigue control.
• Light and efficient gear plan.

Demands: exposed terrain skills, foot care and night navigation.

• Specific practice on technical sections and with poles.
• Foot protocols and robust gear.
• Eccentric strength blocks and proprioception.

Demands: short-climb power and high pace with thermal management.

• VAM blocks + strength for quads and calves.
• Controlled hydration and electrolyte strategy.
• Fast descents without wrecking the legs.

Demands: high pace from the start and basic uphill/downhill technique.

• Pole technique and stride economy.
• Short quality sessions and useful strength.
• Very light gear plan.

Demands: steady pace, functional strength and heat management.

• Solid base blocks and simple, efficient descending.
• Well-rehearsed hydration & fueling plan.
• Light and quick gear.

Demands: navigation, self-sufficiency and teamwork.

• Stage simulations and sleep management.
• Logistics planning and safety protocols.
• Strength-endurance and mental preparation.

Demands: technical learning and safe loads for young athletes (14–22 y/o).

• Controlled, enjoyable progression—no excessive volume.
• Up/down technique and basic general strength.
• Education on equipment and recovery habits.