The different race types in your URUNN plan
No two races carry the same weight in your training journey. Some are stepping stones, some are checkpoints, and one is the big day you’re working towards. That’s why URUNN doesn’t just let you add a single race – you can build a full race calendar inside the app.
Even better, URUNN is the only running app that includes C-races in your plan. That means you can train for your main goal while still enjoying tune-up events, parkruns, or club races without derailing your progress. Every race you add is accounted for, and your plan adapts around it.
Here’s how A, B, and C races fit into your training.
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And run stronger.
A-Race: your main goal
Your A-race is the reason you’re training – the marathon you’ve signed up for, the 10K PB you’re chasing, the ultra you’ve always dreamed of finishing. It’s the event your entire plan is structured around.
In the lead-up, URUNN builds your training phases to peak perfectly for this day. Everything from your long runs to your taper is aligned with your A-race goal.
Examples of A-races:
- Your spring marathon
- A target half marathon PB
- The ultra that defines your season
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And run stronger.
B-Race: the dress rehearsal
B-races are important stepping stones. They give you the chance to test your fitness, pacing, and even race-day routines like fueling and kit. They’re run at a strong effort, but they’re not your ultimate goal.
URUNN fits these into your calendar strategically, using them as practice without letting them compromise your A-race preparation.
Examples of B-races:
- A half marathon 6–8 weeks before your marathon
- A local 10K to sharpen your speed
- A trail race that builds endurance for a longer event
C-Race: the tune-up & community run
This is where URUNN stands out. We’re the only app that lets you add C-races into your plan. These are low-pressure runs that slot into your training without shifting your bigger goals. They could be run at an easy pace, used as part of a workout, or simply enjoyed as social running.
C-races give you flexibility and variety, letting you join in with community events while still keeping your training on track.
Examples of C-races:
- Weekly parkrun
- Your local run club’s timed mile
- A charity fun run you want to join with friends
Time to push further.
And run stronger.
Multiple races, one plan
With URUNN, you can add multiple races to your plan – from your A-goal event down to weekly C-races. The app adapts around them, adjusting your workouts, recovery, and training phases so everything lines up. You’ll never need to wonder how to fit an extra event into your schedule.
That means you can commit to your big race while still enjoying the runs that keep training fun: your local parkrun, club nights, or community events.
Time to push further.
And run stronger.
Why it works
Running isn’t just about one big finish line. It’s about the journey, the tune-ups, and the community runs that keep you motivated. By building A, B, and C races into your plan, URUNN gives you structure without limiting your flexibility.
So whether you’re chasing a marathon PB, enjoying your Saturday parkrun, or signing up for a spontaneous local 10K, your plan adapts – and every race has its place.
Get started on your URUNN plan
- Download the app: Find URUNN on iOS and Android.
- Tell us your story: Share your injury history, fitness level, and goals.
- Start your plan: Follow carefully structured sessions that adapt to your recovery.
- Celebrate milestones: Every pain-free run is progress worth sharing..
- Celebrate milestones: Build consistency, regain confidence, and set new goals with URUNN.
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