Her Trails Coaching

UTA 11

14 weeks to a calm, capable Blue Mountains race day

The UTA 11 is short in distance but not casual. Endless stairs, shaded forest paths, narrow singletrack, and steep descents reward runners who can manage effort and stay composed under load. Over 14 weeks we build the aerobic base, strength, and confidence to meet this course calmly.

Program

14 Weeks

Race Date

Thu 14 May 2026

Distance

11.5km

Elevation

731m+

Location

Blue Mountains NSW

Start/Finish

Scenic World, Katoomba

The course

From Scenic World, the route runs the Prince Henry Cliff Walk to Echo Point, drops through Fern Bower and Leura Forest, and returns via Federal Pass to the base of the Furber Steps, 951 steps back up to the finish. The climbing is short but relentless.

Out

Scenic World to Echo Point

Prince Henry Cliff Walk, exposed sandstone edge with sweeping valley views.

Return

Fern Bower, Leura Forest and Federal Pass to the Furber Steps

Rainforest singletrack finishing on 951 steps, the course's defining climb.

How we train for it

Pillar 01

Stair strength

Progressive loading for the Furber Steps and repeated stair sections.

Pillar 02

Descent control

Technique work for the technical, root-strewn forest descents.

Pillar 03

Aerobic base

Building the endurance to keep effort composed across the whole loop.

Pillar 04

Mobility & recovery

Keeping joints and connective tissue resilient as training loads build.

Pillar 05

Weekly coaching

Live calls to keep training clear, sustainable, and adjusted to you.

Pillar 06

Community

Daily support from women training the same course and the same climbs.

Before you begin: this program assumes a light running base and asks nothing you cannot build week by week. Stairs, strength, and confidence come together over the 14 weeks, not on day one.

Everything you need, in one place

Training Program

14 weeks of structured run, strength, and mobility sessions built for the UTA 11 course.

Coaching & Community

Weekly live coaching calls and daily Community Hub access for support and accountability.

Her Trails All-In Membership

Want ongoing support beyond a single race? The All-In Membership includes this program plus every race-specific and all-season program, Base Camp, Strength for Runners, and weekly group Pro Coaching calls, from $220/quarter.

Learn more about the All-In Membership →

Ways to access this program

You can join the UTA 11 training experience in the way that best fits your season, goals, and level of ongoing support.

Option 1: Standalone Program

Best if UTA 11 is your primary focus this season.

You’ll receive full access to the 14-week UTA 11 program, including structured run sessions, strength and mobility work, weekly coaching calls, and the program community, all delivered via the Her Trails app.

Option 2: Her Trails All-In Membership

Ideal if you want ongoing support beyond a single race.

The All-In Membership includes this program, plus access to all race-specific and all-season programs, Base Camp, Strength for Runners, and weekly group Pro Coaching calls.

Many runners choose this option if they want flexibility across multiple goals and seasons.