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February 06 - March 05

Work harder and train smarter. Zwift Academy
Run provides structured workouts and training
tips created by world-class coaches, Terrence
Mahon and 3x Olympian Jen Rhines. Whether you
want to get faster, learn more about run training, or
a combination of both, you’ll go farther as
a ZA Run graduate.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Zwift Academy Run is perfect for athletes at any level. Learn how to train effectively while putting your fitness to the test with seven structured workouts and one 5k Finish Line Run.

  • 7Structured Workouts
  • 1Finish Line Run
  • For Runners of All Levels

Workout Overview

Zwift Academy Run delivers a crash course in getting faster, stronger, and training smarter. Seven structured workouts pinpoint specific energy systems while in-game messaging educates you along the way.

To graduate, you’ll need to complete the Finish Line Run 5k. If you’re hoping to land a spot on the Zwift Run Team, you’ll need to use a heart rate monitor. Finish Line event available from February 20-March 5, hit the ground running toward your next PR.

Register to learn more details. 

Workout Overview

THE COACHES

Terrence Mahon

Coach Terrence Mahon brings total integration of sports science, strength, conditioning, and sports therapy to the ZA Run program. He has guided athletes to the Olympics and incredible results on the global stage by maximizing training sessions to help runners achieve their potential.

Jen Rhines

With 20 years of experience as a pro athlete, 3x Olympian Jen Rhines coaches runners of all ages and ability levels from amateurs to Olympic hopefuls. Last year, she coached the Zwift Run Team to nail their nutrition and improve their mindset during training.

Show off your Academy pride with this year's kit. Complete the program to unlock the 2023 Zwift Academy Run hat, shoes, socks, and the full kit!

ZA RUN TEAM
OVERVIEW

Ready to go after the biggest goal of all?
Go all in as you compete for a chance to
join our fully-supported Zwift Run Team
on their road to a 2023 fall major marathon.

FAQ

Mark your calendars! Zwift Academy Run kicks off February 6, 2023 at 3 p.m. UTC (8 a.m. PT)--and runs through March 5, 2023 at 8:59 a.m. UTC (1:59 a.m. PT).

The team selection will be held in 2023. More details to follow.

While it’s not required, we do recommend that you start the Academy with current and accurate run paces to ensure the best results from your structured training.

This can be done manually by going to your profile in-game and changing your times (1mi, 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon) to reflect your current fitness.

We’ve added two new features to Zwift Academy Run this year: Short and Long workouts and Finish Line Runs.

The Short workouts and Long Workouts allow Zwifters to decide which training load is appropriate for their experience level

The Finish Line Runs replace the 5k races from last year and will measure your performance gains. This run should allow you to use the fitness and education from the program to put in a good effort and attempt a new 5k PR.

The run is meant to be the last event in your program, and you’ll have to complete at least one Finish Line Run to graduate from Zwift Academy Run.

To be eligible for Team selection, you must graduate from the Zwift Academy Run program. This means completing all seven structured workouts (long versions) as well as the Finish Line run*, which is scheduled event and can be found on the events calendar.
*In addition to completing the workouts that are required, you’ll also need to complete the Finish Line run with a heart rate monitor. Both of these are required in order to be considered for the Zwift Academy Run Team.To learn more about the terms & conditions, clickhere.