Road pace workouts
Generic running appUsually strong
Vert.runIncluded when useful, not the main lens
Get The App
BEST TRAIL RUNNING APP
FOR ULTRAMARATHON TRAINING
TRAIN FOR TRAILS, VERT, AND ULTRAS
Vert.run gives trail runners coach-backed plans for trail marathon, 50K, 100K, and 100-mile goals. Build around terrain, vert, strength, recovery, and real life.
100,000+ athletesHave trained with Vert.run worldwide
100+ countriesTrail and ultra runners across the world
500K COACH-ATHLETE MESSAGESReal conversations, not generic plans
50K to 100 milesPlans for real trail and ultra goals
Why trail runners need a different app
Train for the race you are actually doing
Road running apps can be useful if your goal is a flat 10K, half marathon, or road marathon. Trail races are shaped by terrain. Two runners can both train for 50K and face completely different demands if one race has runnable dirt roads and the other has steep climbs, technical descents, heat, altitude, or long stretches between aid stations.
A strong trail running app should help you train for distance, elevation, time on feet, strength, fueling, recovery, and the reality of your schedule.
- Elevation gain and descent
- Time on feet, not only pace
- Hiking and power hiking
- Strength for climbing, descending, and durability
- Fueling practice for longer efforts
- Your race distance, from trail marathon to 50K, 100K, and 100 miles
What makes Vert.run different
Built only for trail and ultra running
Trail and ultra plans
Choose plans for trail marathon, 50K, 100K, 100-mile, backyard ultra, and mountain-running goals. The structure reflects long-run progression, climbing, strength, recovery, and race-specific preparation.
Coach support
Real training is rarely perfect. Vert.run gives runners access to trail and ultra running coaches who understand missed workouts, fatigue, terrain limits, and long race preparation.
Training for vert
Trail fitness is not only about pace. Vert.run helps runners prepare for climbing, descending, technical terrain, and the demands of long off-road races.
Strength built in
Trail and ultra runners need durability. Vert.run includes strength and injury-prevention work so your training is not only about adding miles.
Wearable syncing
Connect with common training devices and platforms, including Garmin, COROS, Suunto, Apple Watch, Strava, and Apple Health.
Race-day tools
Use Vert.run resources like the Race Time Predictor and Nutrition Planner to support pacing, fueling, and race preparation.
Best for these goals
From trail marathon to 100 miles
Trail marathon
Respect terrain, vertical gain, technical descents, and time on feet.
First 50K
Build the long-run habit, pace by effort, add strength, and practice fueling.
100K
Train for bigger blocks, more recovery, and longer race-day fueling practice.
100 miles
Prepare for long climbs, night running, pacing discipline, mental lows, and recovery.
Comparison
Generic running apps vs Vert.run
Trail marathon to 100-mile plans
Generic running appOften limited
Vert.runCore part of the product
Elevation and terrain awareness
Generic running appOften secondary
Vert.runBuilt into the training approach
Strength for trail durability
Generic running appSometimes separate
Vert.runPart of the plan
Human trail and ultra coaching
Generic running appUsually limited or generic
Vert.runAvailable through Vert.run coaches
Race-specific guidance
Generic running appOften distance-based only
Vert.runBuilt around distance, terrain, goals, and schedule
Start training for your trail race with Vert.run
Choose a coach-backed plan for your race distance, build around your schedule, and train with tools made for trail and ultra running.
Start your 7-day free trialFAQ
Best trail running app FAQ
What is the best trail running app for ultramarathon training?
The best trail running app for ultramarathon training should account for distance, terrain, elevation, strength, recovery, fueling practice, and your available training time. Vert.run is built specifically for trail and ultra runners.
Can I use Vert.run for my first 50K?
Yes. Vert.run has training options for runners preparing for their first 50K, including structured run workouts, long-run progression, strength work, recovery, and race-specific guidance.
Does Vert.run work for 100K and 100-mile training?
Yes. Vert.run supports longer ultramarathon goals, including 100K and 100-mile races, with long efforts, climbing, descending, strength, recovery, and race-day preparation.
Does Vert.run connect with GPS watches?
Yes. Vert.run supports common training devices and platforms, including Garmin, COROS, Suunto, Strava.
Is Vert.run only for advanced ultrarunners?
No. Vert.run supports runners at different levels, from first trail races and first 50Ks to experienced ultrarunners preparing for longer mountain races.