WHY YOU NEED AN ADVENTURE RACING SPECIFIC TRAINING PROGRAM

Adventure racing is unique - it’s not like any other sport out there. Racers need to have the fitness capacity and skills required to mountain bike, run, trek and paddle from four to upwards of eight hours non-stop, all while navigating changing terrain, moving with agility and control while wearing a pack, and being ready for ANYTHING the course throws at them.

From hills and flats, to wind, rain and sun, muddy hillsides to river crossings, and boat portages to bushwhacking, adventure racers need to be able to push through fatigue, body aches and nature’s elements and root in to the confidence that their body and mind will get them through the event. Training smart, applying progressive training principles, and developing skills in all aspects of the sport is what will make an athlete successful!

 

 

 

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You want to participate in your first Sprint Adventure Race (4-8hrs).

  • You want to improve and train with structure.

  • You are a beginner to intermediate runner and cyclist. 

  • You're excited to progress in your off road multi-sport journey and apply various training principals that will yield improvements.

  • You hope to one day partake in longer distance adventure racing events and want to gain experience. 

  • You're seeking professional guidance for a fraction of the cost of private coaching sessions (Jen charges $275/mo for baseline monthly coaching).

  • You are able to run 10km, cycle for 90mins and are injury-free.

 

WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU - BEGINNER OR INTERMEDIATE?

BEGINNER:

This course is best for athletes who are new to adventure racing and looking for an entryway into the sport. Your goal might be to complete your first race and make it across the finish line. This program would also be suitable for someone who has never followed a structured training program before but wants to make their training time be of quality and yield results. This course will have you well prepared with your fitness level to take on a short sprint adventure race in the realm of 4-8 hours.

Athletes starting this course should be comfortable with aerobic based exercise 4-5 days of the week, with multiple weeks under their belt of being able to run/hike on their feet for one hour continuously, and cycle for one hour.

This course begins with:

- 2 x on foot training sessions
- 2 x bike sessions
- 2 x strength & mobility sessions
- 1 x flex/choose your own adventures/crosstrain (optional)
- 1 x full rest day

Time Commitment:

 

Weeks 1-4

1) 6hrs, 10mins

2) 7hrs

3) 7hrs, 35mins

4) 4hrs, 45mins (rest week)

Weeks 5-8

5) 6hrs, 25 mins

6) 6hrs, 55mins

7) 7hrs, 35mins

8) 5hrs, 20mins (rest week)

Weeks 9-12

9) 7hrs 25mins

10) 8hrs, 05mins

11) 8hrs, 40mins

12) 6hrs (rest week)

Weeks 13-16

13) 7hrs, 45mins

14) 9hrs, 20mins

15) 9hrs, 10mins

16) 6hrs, 35mins (rest week)


Weeks 17-20

17) 9hrs, 20mins

18) 7hrs, 15mins

19) 5hrs, 25mins

20) 2hrs, 20mins (RACE WEEK!)

 


INTERMEDIATE:

This course is best for athletes who have 1-3 years of experience in adventure racing and are aiming to improve their performance. It is not suitable for a beginner athlete or someone coming off the couch. This course will have you well prepared with your fitness level to take on a short sprint adventure race in the realm of 4-8 hours.

Athletes starting this course should already be comfortable with aerobic based exercise 4-5 days of the week, with multiple months under their belt of being able to run/hike on their feet for one hour continuously, and cycle for 75 minutes.


This course begins with:

- 3 x on foot training sessions
- 2 x bike sessions
- 2 x strength & mobility sessions
- 1 x full rest day

Time Commitment:

 

Weeks 1-4

1) 6hrs, 10mins

2) 6hrs, 55mins

3) 7hrs, 55mins

4) 5hrs, 15mins (rest week)

Weeks 5-8

5) 8hrs, 35mins

6) 9hrs, 15mins

7) 10hrs, 15mins

8) 7hrs, 15mins (rest week)

Weeks 9-12

9) 8hrs, 10mins

10) 8hrs, 50mins

11) 9hrs, 30mins

12) 7hrs, 15mins (rest week)

Weeks 13-16

13) 9hrs, 40mins

14) 11hrs

15) 11hrs, 15mins

16) 6hrs (rest week)

Weeks 17-20

17) 10hrs, 15mins

18) 9hrs

19) 6hrs, 20mins

20) 2hrs, 5mins (RACE WEEK!)

 

What You’ll Learn:

  • Speed, power and endurance

  • Strength training as a mixed, multi-sport athlete

  • How to maintain energy and mental focus, and how to avoid getting tired over long distances

  • Tools for developing a strong mental game for both training and race day

  • Smarter (not harder) daily training methodology with prehab exercises, stretch and prescribed rest days

  • How to find balance and fit training into life, as well as how to incorporate your favourite cross training activities

  • The best training methods for injury prevention, complete with a mobility program

  • Nutrition to support your efforts and keep your body safe

  • Gear preparation and considerations

  • Race day preparation

  • This course is loaded with valuable information to effectively prepare you for the big race, but it will also equip you with the knowledge and tools to really elevate your athleticism and endurance in all areas of your life.


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my story: Jen Segger

Global Endurance Coach
Owner and ACMG Guide of RUNBC Adventures
17-Year Elite Endurance Athlete Career
Mom

I have been coaching athletes of all levels around the globe for over a decade. Through a personalized approach, my athletes compete, participate and achieve top results in ultra running, mountaineering, Ironmans, triathlons, mountain bike races, road cycling, standup paddle boarding and adventure races.

Career Highlights:

Elite ultra runner since 2003

Notable wins and top placements at races on the global circuit including Atacama Xtreme 100miler Chile, Zion 100km, Whistler 50miler, La Mision 80km Patagonia, Hong Kong 100km, Badwater 135 and Sinister 7 100miler Canada.

Current record holder of various FKT coastal routes and bike/run combinations around the globe.

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4-8hr Sprint Adventure Racing Courses

$299(USD)

  • Beginner & Intermediate Programs

  • 20-week training schedule

  • Detailed instructional videos by Jen

  • An extensive video library of strength movement and mobility training videos

  • Goal setting worksheet & food tracking log

  • Holistic nutrition guidance

  • Stress management & self care techniques

  • Game changer tips and tricks to ensure you enjoy race day and the training process

  • Additional resources and recommendations to support your journey

 

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Interested in learning more?

Click the button below to get a preview of some of the content covered in the new Adventure Racing courses, including:

  • Intro to course content

  • Preparation and Getting Started

    Video tutorial - Power Climb