Marathon

Antarctic Ice Marathon

Union Glacier, Antarctica December 42.195 km
Polar Bucket List Small Competitive Scenic Loop World Major

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Dec 15, 2026

Training Plan: Antarctic Ice Marathon

Preparing for a marathon requires 16–20 weeks of structured training. This plan is specifically designed for the Antarctic Ice Marathon's rolling course in Union Glacier.

🎯 Training Considerations for This Race

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Cold Weather Strategy

Expect temperatures around -25°C. Layer up at the start (disposable outer layers work well). Warm up thoroughly before the gun.

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Trail-Ready Gear

The course includes mixed surfaces. Train on similar terrain and consider trail shoes for better grip.

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Racing in Union Glacier

Arrive at least 2 days early to adjust. Union Glacier is in the antarctica timezone — factor in jet lag if traveling far.

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16-Week Training Plan

Your week-by-week plan with daily workouts, long runs, speed sessions, and taper schedule is coming soon.

Tailored for: 42.195km • Rolling • -25°C avg temp

🎨 Illustrated training guides coming soon

Fun, stylized illustrations to accompany each training phase

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