Ultra Training

Congratulations on your decision to take on the Dirty 30 and the Ultra Dirty. We want you to enjoy your journey to and throughout these races. World-class runner and coach David Roche created this training plan to keep you on track, motivated, and pushing your body to improve your fitness level without going out too hard or too fast, resulting in overuse injuries. With 50% new ultra runners at the Dirty 30, I believe this is one way to help you get to the start line healthy and the finish line smiling. Remember, this is only a guideline. If you need to substitute some runs for others, add in a rest day, or do something different altogether, it’s your call. Listen to your body and know that not any one day can make or break your training. This journey is about consistency. Understand there will be good and bad days. It won’t always be fun, but the journey will be worth it. Be sure to join our Dirty 30 Running Facebook group so you can connect with other Dirty 30’ers.
This training program begins on January 1. We will email it out to each entrant on December 21. If you register after December 21, we will email it to you after you register.
If you are looking for a more detailed plan, one more specific to your situation and needs, or wanting to have one tailored for the 100K or 100M, consider hiring David or Megan Roche or another ultra running coach. My experience with hiring a good ultra running coach is well worth the investment.