Complete bundle: Base + UTA100 Race
28 week plan officially starts 3rd November 2025
What’s Inside the UTA100 Base + Race Training Plan?
28 Weeks of Smart Training
Build a solid endurance base over 12 weeks, then fine-tune with a 16-week race-specific plan.
Choose Your Level
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced options let you train at the right intensity for your goals.
Stay Injury-Free
Daily stretching and mobility routines designed for trail runners tackling the Blue Mountains terrain.
Run with Better Form
Technique tips for hills, tempo runs, using poles, hiking, stairs and efficient running over long distances.
Strength Without a Gym
Full-body, running-specific workouts for stability, climbing power, and fatigue resistance.
Fuel Your Performance
A week-by-week nutrition guide to maximise training adaptations and get race-day ready.
Conquer the Stairs, Conquer the UTA100
The UTA100 is Australia’s most iconic 100km trail race — and for good reason. Starting at Scenic World in Katoomba, the course takes you deep into the Jamison and Megalong Valleys, with endless stairs, steep climbs, and breathtaking escarpment views. From the wide ridgelines of Narrow Neck to the lush singletrack of Leura Forest, every section brings a new challenge.
Covering 100km in the Blue Mountains is no easy feat. The terrain is tough, the elevation unrelenting, and the final climb up the Furber Steps has tested even the strongest runners. Success demands consistency, patience, and a smart approach to training.
To help you arrive on the start line ready for everything UTA throws at you, we’ve built a UTA100-specific training plan.
Too many runners turn up underprepared for the stairs, or burned out from over-training. Our structured approach gradually builds the fitness, strength, and mental resilience you’ll need to not just survive the course — but to finish it strong.
This plan has been designed to help you achieve your UTA 2026 goal — whether that’s conquering your first 100km, pushing through the night with confidence, or chasing a personal best on Australia’s most celebrated ultra.
The Workload Behind Your 100km
Intensity
3 / 5
Strength
4 / 5
Endurance
4 / 5
Training Load
4 / 5
Membership Benefits
50+ training plans
Training plans from 3km – 100 miles
10+ injury rehab plans
learn how to diagnose and self treat a variety of common running injuries
100+ running articles
Covering everything you need to know to become a healthy, strong and consistent runner
Regular new content
New content added weekly
Streek community
join our active and engaging online community
Product discounts
partner discounts available for members
What our members say
I attempted the KosciMiler in 2023 but had it called it at 130km. In 2024,
I came back stronger – both physically and mentally and finished my first
miler in 28 hours and 30 mins. It was a solid test of my endurance and a
great training run for the UTAMiler in May 2025. Now, I have a clearer plan
for how to improve and be even better prepared for the next race
Parker Liang
I really, really loved it. My first 100km, it was an epic adventure running in snow for the first part (ankle deep in some parts) and in places I’ve never been before, and the scenery was so beautiful. The volunteers were all amazing, and it was all very well organised. I spent the day after the race going up to the top of Kosci and I can’t imagine how different the event would be with that massive climb on a hot day, a different experience again! Highly recommend the event to anyone it was very enjoyable, and it’s a stunning part of Australia.
Kristy Killesteyn
I really appreciate everything I have learnt from you over the years. Really wish I had your help and knowledge when I was in my 20s over-training, getting injured all the time, peaking before orienteering races and believing I could eat whatever because I could just burn it off.
Tristram Miller
Frequently asked questions
Is this program suitable for a first time 100k runner?
The beginner level of our plan is designed for runners stepping up to the 100km distance for the first time. You should have at least 2 years of consistent training under your belt and be comfortable running a 20km long run on trails. You should be running 40–45km per week, including hilly terrain . Over 16 weeks, this plan will gradually build your endurance, climbing strength, and resilience while prioritising injury prevention and recovery. You’ll work on pacing, nutrition, mental strategy, and how to manage fatigue across a long day on the trails. 100k first timers are aiming to complete the event with a strong, steady effort — treating it as a personal challenge and an unforgettable adventure.
Can you help me train when I'm injured?
Probably, depending on your injury. We are very sorry to hear you are injured. We know how difficult that can be. If you have an injury that requires some rest from running, there are almost always some cross-training options available to help you maintain your fitness, strength, and sanity. By cross-training while you are injured, and including some simple strength, stretching and foam rolling routines, you will speed up your recovery time and ultimately make your return to running easier and more successful.rnrnYou can start our free 4 week cross training plan now for FREE. It will help you to identify appropriate exercises based on your injury type and recommend what cross training methods will work best for your injury. When you are ready you can start our 10-week return to running program or one of our run-specific rehab plans.
Can I start this program late?
You get immediate access to your training plan when you join. You can view the current week plus any previous weeks. We recommend that you start with a weekly volume that your body is currently able to cope with, which might mean starting on the beginner level before moving to intermediate a few weeks later.
About the founder
Mark Green
Physiotherapist and Elite Runner
Streek’s founder, Mark Green, is an elite runner and physiotherapist whose journey through running has been marked by triumphs and injury setbacks. These challenges sparked a deep-seated determination within Mark to uncover the secrets to running longevity and peak performance. rnrnBlending physiotherapy techniques with proven strategies for strength building, injury prevention, and consistent training, Mark developed his unique training plans that have assisted thousands of runners to achieve their goals.
