BACKWATERMAN, Half-Marathon

700kr

Train with Envol Swimrun’s race specific training plan during 8 weeks and be ready on the starting line at the Backwaterman swimrun.

The Backwaterman swimrun is located in Ottenstein, Austria. The start and finish in front of Ottenstein Castle are unique experiences. Natural trails, Castles, ruins, rocky exits some surprises as well as wonderful views are promised along the route!

To make sure you are in great shape on race day we suggest you get on board with a good training plan. And stick to it. 8 weeks to be ready in the start box in he Ottenstein castle!

The training plan has detailed sessions of running, swimming and swimrun. There are also a number of strength sessions in the weekly schedule.

Easy to access by the platform Training Peaks, along with daily emails to remind you of today's workouts (optional).

This is  how the race organisers describe the course:

Challenging and yet feasible - Individually or as a team, the 22.2 km around the Ottensteiner reservoir and its fjord-like bays can be mastered. The fjords of the Olttensteiner Stausee will be crossed several times.

Longest swim 960 m
Longest run 5200 m

Total swim 4560 m
Total 22.3 km
Altitude difference: 477 m