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PLANS FOR RUNNERS

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Base Builder

8-Week Introductory Program

Looking to find your feet?
Our Base Builder Program is the perfect starting point for newer runners looking to establish a strong foundation in running technique and endurance.

First-Timer
Half-Marathon

Our 12-Week Half-Marathon Plan

Ready to run your first 21.1km?
Our most popular plan, designed to guide you every step of the way. Expect strength and nutrition support and gradual progressions up to 21.1km!

Experienced Half-Marathon

Our 12-Week Half-Marathon Plan

Chase that PB. This plan is all about pushing your limits and hitting a new personal best in the half-marathon, via an expertly crafted running plan, strength programming and fuelling. 

Full Marathon

Our 16-Week Marathon Plan

Train smart, race stronger. Built to help you push limits and achieve your first, or best, marathon time! No hitting the wall, thanks to expert nutrition and a targeted training plan.

50K Trail
Ultramarathon

Our 20-Week Trail
Ultramarathon Plan

Push beyond the pavement. Conquer the trails & discover your true running potential over 50km. This plan has trail-specific runs and strength programming to keep you agile and resilient.

TRB Signature: Speed-Endurance

Our Signature Ongoing Program

Year-round results. Designed for runners wanting the perfect balance of speed & endurance. Stay strong, fast and motivated with flexible 7-week training cycles and regular testing.

MEET OUR COACHES

TESTIMONIALS

Jess Sellinger

Super impressed. First running program that I’ve been on and I was honestly shook at what I managed to achieve on race day. The strength exercises were so helpful. Still haven’t had any niggles either, which I can’t believe. App wise, the program was super clear and easy to follow. Very affordable as well, especially as someone who is new to running”

Simon Tepoorten

An amazing program, with great nutrition, workouts and engaging trainers.

Although I completed the program remotely, I felt part of a bigger running community, which helped motivate me during the weeks I struggled.”

Grace O'Toole


“I started with The Runners Blueprint on the experienced half marathon plan… I loved the balance of strength, speed work and slow runs as well as the nutritional plan.

Nick and Sammy were always available to answer any training and nutrition questions I had. Sammy gave me a full run down on my race day nutritional plan which helped immensely.

I had a goal of running a sub 1:40 half marathon, on race day I ran 1:38:22! I’m so happy with my results and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without the Runner’s Blueprint 🫶🏻

Haydn Blair

“The Runners Blueprint helped me find the right plan for my needs and I met with the team at their launch day in the city. Nick was incredibly friendly and supportive and I had full confidence in his expertise.

My program was 12 weeks in duration and thanks to their nutrition plan, the variety of training types and exercises, a welcoming community

on Strava and ongoing support, I saw fantastic results with many new PBs for 5km, 10km and half marathon distances plus a drop of 6.5kg throughout the program. My body feels stronger, brain feels fuller and I cannot wait for another half marathon PB! Thanks TRB team ❤️”

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Tempo Run-Walks 🤝 TRB

We love a tempo run-walk here at TRB. Any of our former members would know them all too well. 

Traditionally, a tempo run is a “consistently hard” run for a set distance (e.g. 8km at Zone 3).

We find tempo run-walks to be an easier starting point to prepare the legs for tempo running.

In this session, you set a heart rate cut-off (we use 165bpm). You run until your HR goes above this, and then walk for 1-2 minutes to reset.

This allows the quality of your running to stay high, and improves your ability to handle slightly higher intensity running. 

Our Head Coach @carboneperformance takes you through the 8km Tempo Run-Walk, part of our Experienced Half-Marathon Plan. 

Want to get in on the action?
Comment “PLAN” and we’ll DM you. 🤝

#marathonrunning #halfmarathoner #halfmarathonprep #endurancetraining #trainingplan

Tempo Run-Walks 🤝 TRB

We love a tempo run-walk here at TRB. Any of our former members would know them all too well.

Traditionally, a tempo run is a “consistently hard” run for a set distance (e.g. 8km at Zone 3).

We find tempo run-walks to be an easier starting point to prepare the legs for tempo running.

In this session, you set a heart rate cut-off (we use 165bpm). You run until your HR goes above this, and then walk for 1-2 minutes to reset.

This allows the quality of your running to stay high, and improves your ability to handle slightly higher intensity running.

Our Head Coach @carboneperformance takes you through the 8km Tempo Run-Walk, part of our Experienced Half-Marathon Plan.

Want to get in on the action?
Comment “PLAN” and we’ll DM you. 🤝

#marathonrunning #halfmarathoner #halfmarathonprep #endurancetraining #trainingplan
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With the Gold Coast Marathon fast approaching, we are keen to get our plans out to some runners who are keen to train smart & fuel well! 

Our 16-Week Premium Marathon Training Plan is designed for runners who want everything they need to excel in the marathon in one complete package 📦 

✅ 16-Week Running Program
✅ Strength Training Plan 
✅ Comprehensive Mobility Plan
✅ Daily Nutrition Plan
✅ Carb Load & Race Day Nutrition Plan
✅ Access to our WhatsApp Group

Comment “PLAN” for more details

📨 Send this to someone who is running in the GC Marathon

With the Gold Coast Marathon fast approaching, we are keen to get our plans out to some runners who are keen to train smart & fuel well!

Our 16-Week Premium Marathon Training Plan is designed for runners who want everything they need to excel in the marathon in one complete package 📦

✅ 16-Week Running Program
✅ Strength Training Plan
✅ Comprehensive Mobility Plan
✅ Daily Nutrition Plan
✅ Carb Load & Race Day Nutrition Plan
✅ Access to our WhatsApp Group

Comment “PLAN” for more details

📨 Send this to someone who is running in the GC Marathon
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Want to know the fastest way to ruin your hard-earned VO2max? ☹️

Not drinking your water!

Dehydration isn’t just about feeling thirsty, it can majorly impact your performance. 💧 

Studies show that dehydration can reduce your VO2max by between 9% and 27%, significantly affecting your endurance and strength. 📉

Don’t let dehydration slow you down. Try these tips out, and let us know how you get along.

Stay Hydrated 💧 
TRB

#enduranceperformance #runningperformance #hydration #dehydration #hydrateyourself #hydrated #marathonrunning

Want to know the fastest way to ruin your hard-earned VO2max? ☹️

Not drinking your water!

Dehydration isn’t just about feeling thirsty, it can majorly impact your performance. 💧

Studies show that dehydration can reduce your VO2max by between 9% and 27%, significantly affecting your endurance and strength. 📉

Don’t let dehydration slow you down. Try these tips out, and let us know how you get along.

Stay Hydrated 💧
TRB

#enduranceperformance #runningperformance #hydration #dehydration #hydrateyourself #hydrated #marathonrunning
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Knowing when to stop running or when to push through pain is a minefield. 💣 

Whether you’re an endurance runner or field based athlete, the questions are still the same: 

“Will I injure myself even worse?” 🤕 
“How much is too much?”

The common answer from medical professionals is to stop cold turkey. 

However, the answer to a “niggle” (slight discomfort) is not always to stop. ✋ 

Niggles are a part of the training journey — especially when you are pushing your physical limits — and need to be accepted as such.

Here is a decision tree which may help you figure out what to do when you have a niggle.

It is purposefully simplistic, so keep in mind it will not work for every injury. Any other red flags should be assessed immediately. 🚩 

Let me know if you found this helpful!

#injuryprevention #injurymanagement #injuryrehab #runninginjury #runningtips #endurancetraining #strengthandconditioningcoach

Knowing when to stop running or when to push through pain is a minefield. 💣

Whether you’re an endurance runner or field based athlete, the questions are still the same:

“Will I injure myself even worse?” 🤕
“How much is too much?”

The common answer from medical professionals is to stop cold turkey.

However, the answer to a “niggle” (slight discomfort) is not always to stop. ✋

Niggles are a part of the training journey — especially when you are pushing your physical limits — and need to be accepted as such.

Here is a decision tree which may help you figure out what to do when you have a niggle.

It is purposefully simplistic, so keep in mind it will not work for every injury. Any other red flags should be assessed immediately. 🚩

Let me know if you found this helpful!

#injuryprevention #injurymanagement #injuryrehab #runninginjury #runningtips #endurancetraining #strengthandconditioningcoach
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Nasal Breathing 🤝 Zone 2 

Their is a direct - and linear - correlation between your breathing and heart rate. 📈

Naturally, as your intensity rises, your heart pounds faster and your breathing increases. 

This makes it increasingly hard to maintain a smooth, steady nasal breathing rhythm. 😮‍💨 

We’ve found that this steady nasal breathing correlates (links) closely to your Zone 2. 

In other words, if you want to improve your aerobic fitness and mitochondrial density — but aren’t sure if you’re in the right zone — try to breathe only through your nose on your next easy run!

Give it a go and let us know whether it lines up with your smart watch! ⌚️ 

#zone2 #runningtips #aerobiccapacity #runningfitness #runstrong

Nasal Breathing 🤝 Zone 2

Their is a direct - and linear - correlation between your breathing and heart rate. 📈

Naturally, as your intensity rises, your heart pounds faster and your breathing increases.

This makes it increasingly hard to maintain a smooth, steady nasal breathing rhythm. 😮‍💨

We’ve found that this steady nasal breathing correlates (links) closely to your Zone 2.

In other words, if you want to improve your aerobic fitness and mitochondrial density — but aren’t sure if you’re in the right zone — try to breathe only through your nose on your next easy run!

Give it a go and let us know whether it lines up with your smart watch! ⌚️

#zone2 #runningtips #aerobiccapacity #runningfitness #runstrong
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