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UTA11
Program for Women

14 weeks of structured, expert-led trail training for Ultra-Trail Australia's 11.4km gateway distance through the Blue Mountains. Built by women, for women, so you arrive at the start line strong, confident and ready.

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The Race

Running Ultra-Trail Australia's UTA11

UTA11 is the gateway distance of Ultra-Trail Australia, run on the Thursday of race weekend in the Blue Mountains. From Scenic World in Katoomba, the route follows the Prince Henry Cliff Walk to Echo Point, descends Fern Bower into Leura Forest, then follows Federal Pass through Landslide to the base of the famous Furber Steps, all 951 of them, back up to the finish.

Held in mid-May, race day falls in the cool Blue Mountains autumn, on shaded forest paths and narrow singletrack across the World Heritage escarpment. The distance is short but the climbing is relentless, and the finish rewards runners who can manage effort and stay composed under load.

Around 731m of climbing across 11.4km makes this a genuine test in a compact format, finishing with the famous Furber Steps. This program builds exactly that, week by week.

Duration

14 Weeks

Race Date

Thu 13 May 2027

Program Starts

Mon 8 Feb 2027

Distance

11.4km

Location

Blue Mountains, NSW

Access

Platform + App

The Course

What the course demands

  • ●Stair strength for the Furber Steps and repeated stair sections
  • ●Sure footing on technical, root strewn forest descents
  • ●An aerobic base to keep effort composed across the whole loop
  • ●Confidence and calm on a first taste of the UTA course
This Program

How this program prepares you

  • ●14 weeks of progressive trail training that builds week by week, from a light base
  • ●Stair strength and descending sessions for the escarpment terrain
  • ●Strength, mobility and recovery woven in to keep you resilient
  • ●Pacing and mindset guidance, with a race week plan for the Blue Mountains

What's Included

Everything you need, in one place

This program covers your training, strength, recovery and coaching from one integrated platform. Nothing is bolted on.

Training Program

  • ●14 week progressive trail plan built for the UTA11 course
  • ●Stair strength, descending and long run progressions
  • ●Suitable from a light running base, building week by week
  • ●Structured taper and race week preparation
  • ●Delivered via Her Trails platform and app

Strength + Recovery

  • ●Weekly strength sessions designed for trail runners
  • ●Mobility and yoga for recovery and injury prevention
  • ●Female specific physiology integrated throughout
  • ●Guidance on training across your cycle

Coaching + Community

  • ●Weekly live coaching calls, join live or watch replays
  • ●Ask questions anytime via the coaching platform
  • ●Private coaching group for support and accountability
  • ●Expert video content for every stage of training

Who's Behind It

Expert coaching team

01

Endurance and trail coaching specialists

02

Strength and conditioning for runners

03

Physiotherapy and injury prevention guidance

04

Yoga, mobility and recovery expertise

Questions before you commit

I have never done a race like this before. Is this program still for me?+
Yes. This program is built for first time trail runners as well as experienced athletes stepping down in distance. The 14 weeks start with consistency and build stair strength, descending confidence and aerobic capacity in the same progressive order, whatever your starting point.
What if training clashes with work, parenting or life?+
For many runners, life load changes week to week, and the program is built with that in mind. Sessions are structured around effort and purpose rather than a rigid schedule, so you can shift days when you need to and your coach can help you adjust without losing the plan.
Do I need to already be a strong runner?+
No. The program starts from a light running base and builds week by week, so it meets you at your current fitness and progresses from there. Suitable for first time trail runners as well as established athletes.
What if I get injured or need to adjust the plan?+
Reach out to your coach through the coaching platform as soon as something feels off. Training can be adapted around niggles, life load or a missed week, and the program distinguishes between normal training discomfort and pain that needs attention.
Is there support if I have questions along the way?+
Yes. Weekly live coaching calls are recorded if you cannot join live, and you can ask questions anytime through the private coaching community.

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$220/ quarter
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  • ✓Live weekly coaching calls
  • ✓Full strength and recovery library
  • ✓Her Trails community access
  • ✓14 day free trial
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