Her Trails Coaching

Half Trail Marathon: Intermediate
Program for Women

12 weeks of structured, expert-led training designed for intermediate trail runners ready to build endurance, climb with confidence and cross a 21.1km finish line feeling strong.

Program

12 Weeks

Distance

Half Marathon (21.1km)

Level

Intermediate

Terrain

Trail

Access

Platform + App

Format

Distance-Based Program

The Program

Built around the whole of your life

Whether you are stepping up to the trail half marathon distance for the first time or returning with more experience, this 12-week program builds your physical and mental capacity for climbing, technical terrain and longer efforts on uneven ground. The structure fits around your life, not the other way around.

If you have a specific race in mind, our intro content includes guidance on how to adapt your elevation and terrain training to match your goal. You will be guided by experts and connected with a community of women who understand the journey.

The program roll out: you will receive immediate access to all introductory materials and be welcomed into our Coaching Corner and Her Trails Community Hub. From there, each training week is released on the Saturday prior to the new week to support rhythm and progression.

Right Level?

Is this the right program for you?

This program is designed for runners who already have a steady training rhythm, feel confident running 60+ minutes with elevation, and want to layer in more intensity, speed work and race-specific preparation.

If you are rebuilding consistency, coming back from a break, or stepping onto trails for the first time, our Half Trail Marathon: Foundations program may be a better starting point.

Not sure? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we will help you find the right fit.

Why Her Trails

More than a training plan

We train the whole runner

Climbing legs and aerobic endurance, alongside nervous system support, cycle alignment and staying connected to what matters to you beyond the trail.

Strength builds the trail

Not everyone can access varied terrain every week. Our integrated strength and mobility sessions build the climbing power, downhill resilience and stability your body needs, wherever you train.

We coach in real time

Live weekly coaching and community calls to get your questions answered, troubleshoot roadblocks and stay anchored in a shared journey.

Built by and for women

Created by a team that understands female physiology, psychology and the realities of training around life. Cycle-aware adaptation is built in.

Program Structure

12 weeks of progressive preparation

Weeks 1 to 3

Foundation

Aerobic base building, introductory trail runs, foundational strength and the habits that carry everything else.

Weeks 4 to 8

Build Phase

Climbing load, longer trail efforts, hill sessions and tempo work. Deload week included to absorb the training.

Weeks 9 to 11

Peak + Taper

Peak efforts and race simulation, followed by a structured taper to arrive at the start line fresh and ready.

Week 12

Race Week

Race day preparation, pacing strategy and warm up guidance to carry you to the finish line.

What's Included

Everything you need, in one place

Coached by a team built by and for women, on trails we run ourselves. You are coached in real time as a whole runner, not just following a plan. Your week is released each Saturday so you meet each week where you are.

Training Program

●12-week progressive trail half marathon plan
●4 to 6 structured run sessions per week
●Base building, hill sessions, tempo and long trail runs
●Deload weeks and structured race week preparation

Strength + Recovery

●Progressive strength training to build climbing power and downhill resilience
●Mobility and yoga sessions to restore and realign
●Nutrition, mindset and female physiology insights layered throughout
●Fuelling guidance for training and race day

Coaching + Community

●Weekly live coaching calls, join live or watch replays
●On-demand Q&A and coaching support throughout
●Support and connection via the Her Trails Community Hub
●Access to the Her Trails community for ongoing connection

Expert Coaching Team

●Endurance and trail running coaching specialists
●Strength and conditioning for trail runners
●Physiotherapy and injury prevention guidance
●Female physiology and cycle-aware training

Also Worth Considering

Training for more than one goal this season?

Instead of purchasing individual programs, many runners choose the Her Trails All-In Membership for broader training support across the year. If you plan to complete more than one program this season, the All-In Membership is usually the most cost-effective option and gives our coaching team the ability to support you as you transition between races, training blocks and recovery periods.

Best Value

Her Trails All-In Membership

$220 / quarter