TRAINING SUPPORT

Enter now, begin now, or kick off later.

The SQUADRUN Core training system can be started at any time. Earlier starts allow more time to build fitness gradually, but you can join the programme whenever suits and the training will scale to your current fitness.

Each week includes a range of runs organised by priority, allowing you to train consistently even when life gets busy.

Some runners complete three or four sessions each week. Others complete more. The system adapts around your availability while still maintaining a logical progression toward race day.

SQUADRUN is more than just a training plan.

It is a community of runners sharing the same journey toward the start line.

SQUADRUN is a fun community of like-minded athletes sharing their training and racing journey. If you have a question about training, gear, pacing, or race preparation you can ask the community or the coaching team at any time.

Preparing for an event like Merrell Race Tekapo becomes far more enjoyable when you are part of a group heading toward the same goal.

Most one on one coaching programmes come with a high price tag.

SQUADRUN Core offers a structured training system, access to coaching guidance, and a large community of runners for a sensible weekly price.

It is a practical option for runners who want quality training guidance without needing a full bespoke coaching programme.

The focus is simple.

Train consistently. Build gradually. Turn up ready.

When you enter Merrell Race Tekapo you can add a SQUADRUN training trial during registration.

If you have already entered you can log into your Race Roster account and purchase the training trial from the Shop Page. You can also purchase via the Scenic Sports Events shop. 

If you enjoy the programme you can continue with SQUADRUN Core for $15 per week (+GST).

FORMA INSIGHTS

- BSc Strength and Conditioning

- MSc Strength and Conditioning 

- PT diploma L3 & L4 

- Certified in NASM Corrective Exercise

Luke loves to help people attain the confidence and knowledge to reach their goals. Having worked with a variety of athletes and clients from ALL walks of life, some preparing for Commonwealth Games and others wanting to go from couch to 5-10km as well, he has experience across as many disciplines of sport as possible.

FORMA Insights are able to provide guidance, advice, gym programming and oversight to ensure you best prepare your bodies physically for the task of the race. Building strength, improving conditioning and improving movement quality all play a vital role in reducing the possibility of a movement based injury.

The programs can be completed in any standard commercial gym, and if you don't have access to a gym the team at FORMA can build you a home workout plan to improve your strength to help with your race. FORMA sets out every exercise, every set, every rest period and every week of sessions for you. You just need to read the program, fill in your weights and they'll do the rest! There is also an exercise video library to attach to the programs so you can view what the exercise should look like to ensure you're completing it correctly.

To find out more contact Luke at FORMA luke@formainsights.com 

Ascent Psychology

DClinPsy, PGCert, BSc (Hons) Psychology 

Lotte is is a registered Senior Clinical Psychologist, specialising in sport and athletic performance.  She has extensive experience across the public sector in physical health and paediatrics, with an in-depth understanding of complex pain and the impact of illness or injury. Lotte has specialist training in the treatment of eating disorders and a particular interest in eating concerns, body image and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (REDs).

Lotte is the founder & Director of Ascent Psychology: a private sport psychology practice, supporting young people and adults who participate in sport, movement or exercise at any level.  We work with athletes regarding a broad range of concerns that impact performance and general quality of life, including: mindset, resilience, and psychological flexibility; performance anxiety; coping with injuries; goal setting; mood difficulties; REDs recovery; burn out and achieving balance between sport and everyday life.  

With a background in trail running and endurance events, Lotte is especially passionate about working with runners, championing women in sport and empowering everyone to feel confident in their bodies and to enjoy taking on new challenges.

For more information please visit the Ascent Psychology website.

To find out more contact Lotte at lotte@ascentpsychology.co.nz