Hounslow Marathon (42) - 20 Week Program
- Event Date: September 7, 2024
- Program Starts: April 22, 2024
- You can join at anytime
Love the climb? Embark on a training process that will ignite your passion for trail running and adventure!
Embrace the Ultimate Challenge: The Hounslow Marathon beckons the brave, a journey through breathtaking cliffs, ancient forests, and steep, heart-pounding trails. This marathon is a showcase of nature's grandeur, leading you across the dramatic clifftops to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. Your resolve will be tested with every step, from the mesmerising vistas at Evans Lookout to the ancient, carved pathways of the canyon, climaxing in a gruelling ascent that promises to challenge even the most seasoned runners.
Her Trails: Beyond Just the Finish Line
At Her Trails, we see the Hounslow Marathon as a pinnacle of trail running achievement. Our 20-week program is carefully crafted to prepare you for the diverse terrains and elevations you’ll face. From foundational training to peak performance, we aim to build your endurance, strength, and love for the adventure that lies in every run.
Training Phases: Foundation and Ascent
Kick off with a 4-week foundational phase, grounding you in the essentials of trail running and mental preparation. The subsequent 16 weeks are a progression to trail marathon mountain fitness, focusing on the unique challenges of the Hounslow Marathon's landscape. From navigating steep inclines to mastering long distances, our program is your blueprint to success.
A Holistic Approach: Physical and Mental Training
We combine physical training with mental toughness workshops, yoga, and mobility exercises, ensuring a well-rounded preparation. Our mindset coaching sessions are designed to forge the resilience needed to conquer the course's daunting 2500m ascent and the mental agility to navigate its technical trails.
Join Her Trails and be part of an uplifting community of women, all united by the same goals and passions.
Nutrition and Recovery: Completing the Package
Understanding the importance of nutrition and recovery, our coaches will guide you through this critical aspect of marathon preparation. Learn the essentials of effective fuelling and recovery techniques to minimise injury and enhance performance.
Rise to the challenge and join us at Her Trails to discover the power of persistence and community!
Your Program Building Blocks
Run Programming
Experience a gradual and safe progression in your training with our proven system designed to prevent injuries and optimise your performance. Our program combines a variety of training sessions, including base mile, speed, hill, threshold, active recovery sessions, and long runs workouts.
Weekly Trail Time
Elevate your experience with our weekly episodes covering essential topics. From technique and gear to support systems, recovery, and safety, we provide valuable insights to enrich your trail journey and apply its wisdom in your everyday routine.
Run Specific Strength
Build strength, resilience, and longevity with our weekly 30-60 minute at-home strength videos. Activate, stabilise, and train your body through targeted exercises that enhance your running performance and help prevent injuries.
Mobility Session
Enhance your body's mobility and unlock its full range of motion with our weekly 15-50 minute mobility sessions. Address imbalances, combat physical stress, and alleviate fatigue as you give your body the freedom to move and perform at its best.
Coaching Support
Our weekly coaching sessions provide a dedicated space to address your progress, challenges, and modifications. We believe in the power of personalised support, and our coaches are here to guide you through your journey, offering valuable insights and motivation. Whether you need advice on adjusting your training plan, overcoming obstacles, or getting back on track, we're committed to helping you reach your goals.
Community Platform
A place where you'll find unwavering support, guidance, and inspiration from coaches and fellow Her Trail Members. Join a network of incredible women who are balancing daily responsibilities while pursuing their goals, building resilience, self-reliance, and inner strength. Together, we'll uplift and empower each other on this transformative trail running journey.
Life Hub & Expert Team
Empower yourself on your trail running journey with the Her Trails Life Hub. Our expert team is here to provide comprehensive support across multiple areas, including physical therapy, nutrition guidance, and women's health resources. This spans from during our coaching class and via the Life Hub, which is a growing repository of resources.
Weekly Newsletter
Stay informed and inspired on your ultra training journey with our weekly newsletter, designed to support and uplift you every step of the way. Each edition is packed with valuable insights, including detailed explanations of the upcoming training sessions, key focus areas for the week, and targeted advice to help you optimise your performance and training journey.
This program is for you if these words resonate
For the adventurous souls, multitasking mothers, journey starters, and dedicated runners, Her Trails is here to support and empower you on your trailblazing path.
Our expertise lies in merging your passion with a proven process. We focus on establishing intelligent and sustainable habits that foster consistency and facilitate long-term growth.
Faye
"Hello awesome Coaches 🙌🏼 I can't believe it's Week 18 and UTA50 is around the corner!!!! I don't recognise this runner I've become! I've gained so many skills through the program and pushed through the fears of hills and anything to do with speed training lol... When I started running last September I never imagined I'd be running these volumes - I'm completely hooked on trail running! THANK YOU for all the guidance, support, and community!"
Tilla
'Over the past year or so I’ve discovered the joy of trail running through Her Trails, and at this point I think I’ve completed all the programs you have created! Thanks again for all the great advice, support and encouragement - I wouldn’t be running wild without you!'
Kate
""What an epic 20 weeks I've just been on. I didn't know if it would be possible. I am a busy mom of three, and finding balance in life has always been a challenge. The Her Trails 50km program has been a game-changer for me. It has taught me how to manage my time and energy effectively while pursuing my passion for running. The support from the coaching team and the uplifting community at Her Trails has been invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for guidance and a supportive community in their running journey."
Amy
"I just want to express my gratitude to the amazing Her trails team. I am so so happy to have discovered Her trails and have loved every aspect of the last 20weeks.
The race yesterday exceeded all my expectations and was the perfect race for me. Throughout the whole race I had this unwavering belief that I could cope with anything and finish and it was because of the training program and all the mindset, breathing and nutrition advice I soaked up along the way.
Thanks to you guys I had strategies to combat the nerves at the start, discipline to keep my pace early and strong intention to remain calm throughout.
Your expertise, your infectious positivity and down to earth nature is just so engaging and welcoming."
