Raffertys Coastal Run 35km Training Plan
What's in the Raffertys 35km plan?
16 Week Plan
A week-by-week training plan to get you in peak shape for race day. Starts 23rd March. Get Instant Access
3 Fitness Levels
Beginner, intermediate and advanced level plans available. Advice on how to choose the best for you
Stretching Workouts
Daily stretching and rolling workouts to help keep you injury free and build your mobility
Running Technique
Includes: general running form, hill running technique, stair running skills, how to use poles efficiently
Strength Workouts
Twice weekly full body running-specific strength and stability workouts
Nutrition Guide
A week by week nutrition guide to maximise your training adaptations and improve your race performance.
From Lake Shores to Ocean Cliffs — Run the Coast Strong
The Raffertys 35km is a true coastal adventure, taking you from the calm edges of Lake Macquarie to the rugged Pacific coastline and back again.
Starting and finishing at Raffertys Resort, the course delivers constant variety — runnable fire trails, rocky singletrack, beach running, creek crossings, and punchy climbs. You’ll pass through Murrays Beach, run beside the crashing surf near Shark Hole, cruise along Catherine Hill Bay Beach, and tackle headlands and sand before climbing back inland.
It’s a challenging 35km that rewards smart pacing, strong climbing, and confident footing across mixed terrain.
Whether it’s your first coastal trail race or your goal event for the season, the right preparation will help you arrive ready to run strong from lake to ocean and all the way home.
What our members say
“What a fantastic resource of knowledge. I have been working on my running technique and the difference is substantial. I have never had metrics on Garmin that look so good.”
Andrew Milne
I’m running my 4th UTA50 with my 25yr old son (his first UTA). Mental tip No. 3 “Visualise crossing the finish line” has been a great motivator for my training and will hopefully help him drag me across the line before it gets too dark. Long story short is that running in events with my 3 adult children is one of life’s great rewards. The Streek program deserves a lot of credit for keeping me fit enough and helping create those memories.
Peter Haynes
I did the Blackall 100 yesterday. Thanks so much to your app and training plan. I would not have been able to do it without the plan to keep me going and motivated for pre race training. I’m already looking forward to the next one!
Jason Cronshaw
Frequently asked questions
Is this program suitable for a beginner?
This program is designed for runners stepping up to the 35km distance for the first time. You should have been training consistently for at least 18 months and be comfortable running 12–14km on undulating terrain without injury. You should be able to consistently run 30-35 / week. The plan starts with manageable long runs and gradually builds your endurance, strength, and trail confidence over 16 weeks. You’ll follow a balanced mix of long runs, recovery sessions, mobility, and trail-specific strength work to prepare your body for the demands of ultra-distance running.
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. You 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 (url) 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 if you are training for a specific event. 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
Mark, has helped over 20,000 athletes improve their running and achieve their race goals. His holistic approach to training ensures noticeable improvements in your movement from the outset
