Tawawera 21 - 12 Week Program
- Event Date: Feb 17, 2024
- Program Starts: Nov 26, 2023
- You can join at anytime
Redefine your boundaries, and nurture your passion for running with our Her Trails TUM21 program.
Why the TUM21?
Starting from the breathtaking Blue Lake and ending at the lively Village Green in Rotorua, the TUM21 provides a captivating mix of adventure and scenic beauty. As you navigate through 21km of diverse landscape, you'll savor the peace of the lake, the seclusion of the Tarawera Forest, stunning waterfalls, charming paths of the Eastern Okataina track, and the distinctive thermal vistas of Sulphur Point.
Her Trails: Transforming Training
At Her Trails, we believe in creating a training journey that extends beyond the finish line. Our 12-week program for the TUM21 is designed to cultivate physical vitality, mental fortitude, and a deep-rooted passion for the journey itself.
Creating Foundations and Enhancing Performance
Our program kicks off with a 2-week foundational phase to ready your body and mind for the journey ahead. The following 10-week progressive phase steadily builds your stamina and strength, tailored specifically to the unique terrains of the TUM21.
Balance, Resilience, and Community
We understand that training for a long-distance race necessitates a balanced regimen. With a concentration on strength training, flexibility exercises, and yoga, our comprehensive program aims to augment your overall physical prowess. Significantly, our program incorporates mindset coaching, designed to bolster your mental resilience.
Becoming a part of Her Trails signifies joining a supportive community of women, unified by a shared objective.
Nutrition, Recovery, and Support
Our program also emphasises the critical role of nutrition and physical therapy for maximum performance and injury prevention. With our experienced coaches' guidance, you'll navigate these crucial facets of training. Their knowledge will support and steer you at every stage of the journey.
The Dawn of Your Journey...
By the time you set foot on the starting line at the Blue Lake, you'll be physically prepped and mentally fortified to face every kilometre of the TUM21.
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!'
Tash
I loved the process of building and completing my first 50km event with Her Trails. A structure that really saw me build my strength and confidence for the ultra distance, whilst still leaving me in the drivers seat to compliment the program with shift work.
My love of the Her Trails community has been the biggest reward. Currently training for UTK50 and can't wait to push the envelope again.
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."
