Her Trails Coaching
Surf Coast Century 50km
Program for Women
A structured 20-week training program designed to prepare you for the varied terrain of the Surf Coast Century. Build endurance, strength and trail confidence while being supported by experienced coaches and a community of runners preparing for the same challenge.
The Course
Training for the Surf Coast Century 50km
The Surf Coast Century 50km is less about sustained climbing and more about navigating constantly changing terrain. The course begins on the sands of Anglesea Beach, climbs inland through the Anglesea Heath, flows through Otway forest trails and returns to the coast for a final beach run back to the finish.
Rather than simply building endurance, this program develops the strength, durability and terrain awareness needed to move efficiently across constantly changing trail conditions.
Course Profile
What the course demands
- ●Early climbs including the ascent to Mt Ingoldsby, known as Heartbreak Hill
- ●Clay 4WD tracks that can be loose or slippery underfoot
- ●Flowing Otway singletrack through forest trails requiring quick feet and technical confidence
- ●Coastal cliff-top trails exposed to wind and lateral terrain
- ●A late race beach section where sand running efficiency becomes critical
Training Focus
How this program prepares you
- ●Aerobic base and long run progression for 50km endurance across varied terrain
- ●Beach and soft surface running to build efficiency for the coastal sections
- ●Technical trail skills and undulating terrain practice for pacing control
- ●Strength and durability work for late race fatigue on changing surfaces
- ●Fuelling, mindset and race strategy for a long day on the Surf Coast
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
- ●Progressive 20-week Surf Coast Century 50km program
- ●Running sessions designed for coastal trail terrain
- ●Integrated strength and mobility work for durability
- ●Nutrition and fuelling guidance for long trail efforts
Coaching + Community
- ●Weekly live coaching calls, join live or watch replays
- ●Ask questions anytime via the coaching platform
- ●A connected community of women preparing for the same race
- ●Access to the Her Trails community for support and connection
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
- ✓Access to every Her Trails program including trail, road and strength
- ✓Community and coaching platform with weekly coaching calls
- ✓Strength and mobility training for runners
- ✓Coaching support between races and training blocks
- ✓Ongoing community support and accountability
- ✓Discounts on merchandise and selected partner opportunities
Surf Coast Century Stories
Hear directly from runners who have trained with Her Trails and experienced the Surf Coast Century journey. These stories capture the terrain, the community and the personal growth that comes from preparing for a race like this.
