If you've decided to train for an ultramarathon or you're just looking into what it might take to complete an ultra race, great news! We've got free ultra marathon training plans for every level of runner (including brand new runners coming off the couch!)
The free training plans on our website are adapted from the comprehensive and personalized training plans in our app that are written by coaches who know exactly what it takes for amateur runners to overcome challenges and reach their endurance race goals.
All you have to do is scroll down to find your level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) and choose a plan length that suits you.
Ultra marathon training plans
Although any race longer than the standard full marathon distance is considered an ultra marathon, there are a few standard distances: 50k, 50 mile, 100k, and 100 mile. See below to check out plans for every distance, with varying training times, for runners of every level.
Although the plans here will absolutely get you ready for your ultramarathon race, if you want a plan that's personalized to you based on your fitness levels, your goals, and your time availability, check out our app for free!
Here are the available free plans for 50k Ultra Marathons on our blog:
50k Ultra Marathon Training Plans
- Couch to 50k Training Plan
- 50k Ultra Marathon Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 50k Training Plan Beginner
- Advanced 50k Training Plan Beginner
- 8 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 10 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 12 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 16 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 18 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 20 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 24 Week 50k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
50 Mile Ultra Marathon Training Plans
- 12 Week 50 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 16 Week 50 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 20 Week 50 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 6 Month 50 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 50 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced)
- 50 Mile Training Plan Beginner
100k Ultra Marathon Training Plans
- 12 Week 100k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 16 Week 100k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 20 Week 100k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 100k Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
100 Mile Ultra Marathon Training Plans
- Couch to 100 Mile Training Plan
- 12 Week 100 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 16 Week 100 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 6 Month 100 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
- 100 Mile Training Plan Beginner
- Advanced 100 Mile Training Plan
- 100 Mile Training Plan (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
ULTRA MARATHON TRAINING PLANS
- 12 Week Ultra Marathon Training Plan (50k, 50mi, 100k, 100mi)
- 16 Week Ultra Marathon Training Plan (50k, 50mi, 100k, 100mi)
- 6 Month Ultra Marathon Training Plan (50k, 50mi, 100k, 100mi)
To train for an ultramarathon, you can absolutely use any of the training plans above. But if you want a personalized training program that’s designed specifically for your own abilities, your goals, and your schedule, you should check out the MOTTIV training app. You can use it for free and it includes much more detailed and personalized plans than we can include in a blog post.
