Tawawera 51.4 - 20 Week Program
- Event Date: February 17, 2024
- Program Starts: October 2, 2023
- You can join at anytime
Challenge your limits, and deepen your love for running with our Her Trails TUM50 program.
Why the TUM50?
Beginning at the serene Firmin Field, Kawerau, and culminating at the bustling Village Green in Rotorua, the TUM50 offers an extraordinary blend of difficulty and allure. As you traverse through 50km+ of varied terrain, you'll experience the calm of two serene lakes, the solitude of the Tarawera Forest, beautiful waterfalls, picturesque bends of the Eastern Okataina track, majestic redwoods, and the unique thermal landscapes of Sulphur Point.
Her Trails: Redefining Training
At Her Trails, we offer more than just a finish line. Our 20-week program for the TUM50 is designed to equip you with physical stamina, mental toughness, and a profound appreciation for the journey itself.
Building Foundations and Strength
Our program begins with a 4-week foundational phase to ready your body and mind for the adventure that lies ahead. The following 16-week progressive phase systematically boosts your endurance and strength, customised specifically to the distinctive terrains of the TUM50.
Harmony, Resilience, and Community
We acknowledge that preparing for a long-distance run requires a harmonised approach. With an emphasis on strength training, mobility exercises, and yoga, our comprehensive program enhances your total physical capabilities. Crucially, mindset coaching is intertwined in our training, intended to strengthen your mental resilience.
Joining Her Trails means integrating into a nurturing community of women, bound by a common goal.
Nutrition, Healing, and Guidance
Our program also recognises the importance of nutrition and physical therapy for peak performance and injury prevention. Guided by our seasoned coaches, you'll explore these crucial aspects of training. Their expertise will aid and guide you, each step of the journey.
The Start of Your Journey...
By the time you position yourself on the starting line at Firmin Field, you'll be physically prepared and mentally equipped to conquer every kilometre of the TUM50. This marathon is more than just a race – it's a remarkable journey.
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."
