FAULTLINE ULTRA TRAINING GROUP
Ready to go Training specific to Faultline Ultra, delivered on Training Peaks app by CMF RUN COACH Chris Lucas
What our CREW has to say
James
Awesome group to train with. Got me to a point where I was running 5min km's at the end of a 22 hour miler so clearly it worked!
Nicky
Char and Chris are an inspirational couple who are all heart and passion. They're actively chasing their dreams and changing lives in the process! I've experienced nothing but unwavering support and a shared enthusiasm for my reaching my running goals
Glenn
It has been great training under Chris and the CMF crew. Passionate about helping me achieve my goals, stick to the program
and remaining injury free double bonus!!
Janeth
I've been with Chris and Char for over 2 years now and they're awesome!!!! Training plans are structured around my my lifestyle and my abilities. They are very encouraging and inspiring. They pushed me to be at my best. They are passionate coaches and genuinely take pride in their athlete's successes.
Your Faultline Coach- Chris Lucas
Head Coach at CMF RUNNING, and 10th place 100 Mile finisher in the Inaugural Faultline Ultra with a 23:34, Chris brings together his extensive knowledge of the Faultline Course and event, combined with 5 years full time Marathon & Ultra Marathon Run Coaching experience, and a lifetime of his own mentoring and running experience. He's coached all types of runners and athletes from sub elite podium athletes to beginner rear packers finishing their first ultra- all are WELCOME!
FAULTLINE ULTRA TRAINING GROUP- FAQs
How much is the Faultline Ultra Training Group?
Just 1 payment of $50 (NZD, Includes GST). This gives you your Faultline Ultra Training Programme for the entirety of the duration. No ongoing subscription. The training is delivered on Training Peaks app (no cost) and the run sessions will be on your watch! Following the completion of your runs they will upload to your Training Peaks account just the same as the likes of Strava & Garmin.
When does the training start?
Anytime your ready from 13th January 2025 onwards- up until 31st March. We recommend joining as early as possible though (still same one off price of $50 regardless) as you will get much more benefit from the training joining in the base phase of the programme vs being thrown in the deep end closer to the race. Joining earlier helps prevent injury and gives you more time to absorb the training and get the adaptations we're after- especially for you 100k/Miler runners!
What is the difference between your 1:1 RUN COACHING and the FAULTLINE ULTRA TRAINING GROUP?
1:1 RUN COACHING is when your coach prescribes very specific training exactly as per what you need for optimum race outcomes. We take into account all your variables such as your available time, training history, general health, injury history, strengths, limitations and so on. We then go on a journey together and coach you through the training, review training data and provide feedback, are closely in touch, and make adjustments as needed if things pop up.
The FAULTLINE ULTRA TRAINING GROUP is a 'ready to go' Plan geared towards the specific demands of Faultline Ultra, and comes with Coach and Group support and resources as you need it, plus we're available to answer any questions along the way! What makes it unique vs other generic PDF or App plans is we will still take the time to review your training in the onboarding process and set your specific heart rate and pace training zones. This ensures you'll get the best possible outcome from following the training. You can also rest easy that the training has been specifically designed with Faultline Ultra in mind, put together by CMF COACH Chris Lucas, 23:34 10th place 100 Mile finisher in the inaugural 2024 edition!
Is this Online or In Person?
Both! Depending where you are! The delivery of the Faultline Training Programme is via Training Peaks app, and syncs with your watch, so you can be anywhere in NZ or overseas for this.
If you are located anywhere near lower North Island though, there will be in person on course Group Runs which will cover large amounts of the 100 mile, 100k, 50k course.
Additionally, we will have a dedicated Training weekend 4 weekends out from race day- weekend 29th March. This is a great oppurtunity for folks to travel to Kapiti/Welly to get on those trails with us! There will be Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday runs for this!
Do I get CMF RUN CLUB and community benefits too?
Yes! you'll be invited to our CMF RUN CLUB membership with an optional free years membership ($60 value) as part of your onboarding. This gives you access to our entire RUN CLUB community and perks on our RUN CLUB Discord server. This is where we keep all our partner discounts which save you $100s per year on all things running!
What is the Discord App?
This is the chat app we use to galvanise the CMF COMMUNITY!
We use it to deliver Training Group info related to Faultline Ultra, organise Group Runs by region, general banter, and info sharing for all things running by our informed community and wider coaching group.
Its far more user friendly vs Facebook groups and traditional chat groups, as everything is located in its own category. So no being annoyed by non relevant stuff, and no headache trying to find a prior convo you were taking part in!
All our discount codes to our legend CMF PARTNERS are also there right at your fingertips.
Can I get some optional extra Coaching if I feel I need more as we go along?
YES! If you're following the Training Group programme and you feel you get a little off beam, or you pick up a niggle and the training gets out of shape, then you can absolutely reach out for some additional help.
We offer 1:1 COACH CALLS on Zoom for $45 (incl gst). Here, we'll be able to Coach and advise changes that are needed to get you back on track, and we can make adjustments to your Training Programme while on the Coach Call. Coach calls typically take 45 Minutes.
Can I get a refund if I don't like the training?
This is a non refundable training offering as its a huge value offering! Else where for less than this you'll be paying $15-20 per week. Here we are offering the training to you for a one off cost of $50, which includes us setting up your Pace and Heart Rate training Zones in the onboarding phase- epic!
Can I message a CMF COACH directly for queries relating to my Faultline Group Programme?
Yes absolutely! If you have a training query that you don't want to ask within the group environment your absolutely welcome to email or message 1:1 direct on discord.
Why is this such great value?
We understand that engaging a 1:1 Run Coach is a big step for many, not to mention cost. We also understand that there's a lot of runners out there paying weekly subscriptions for 'ready to go' programmes under the guise of 'Coaching'
We want to help shift these narratives out there and charge appropriately vs what is being offered, and offer an easy CMF entry point for runners to get a taste of a programme tailored to them with Coach & Community support.
Does the training programme include Runners Strength sessions?
Yes! Delivered by our very own in-house Run & Strength Coach Charlotte Milne, we schedule various Strength routines for you to follow. These are a combination of follow along videos that include music and have been professionally edited, and also other routines that you follow on the Training Peaks dedicated Strength builder that Char has also crafted.
Which CMF COACH has made the Faultline Ultra Training Plans?
Chris Lucas has crafted the Faultline Ultra training plans with 💛, and is the primary Coach at CMF who will oversea the training for the 50K, 100k, 100 Mile distances at Faultline this year!
There will also be wider Coach Support in Discord and Group runs leading into Race Day. Additionally Coach Kim and Char are both lining up for the 100 mile this year. Last year Coach Kim smashed a sub 30 hour Miler at Faultline and Coach Char paced her!