{"id":10367,"date":"2026-01-14T15:31:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:31:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/?p=10367"},"modified":"2026-01-14T15:44:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:44:02","slug":"quebec-mega-trail-preparing-for-the-qmt-135-ultramarathon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/en\/quebec-mega-trail-preparing-for-the-qmt-135-ultramarathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Quebec Mega Trail: preparing for the QMT-135 ultramarathon"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"460\">Quebec Mega Trail: preparing for the QMT-135 ultramarathon<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"561\"><em><strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"561\">A practical guide to lining up confident and ready at one of Canada\u2019s most demanding trail races<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"561\">By Myriam Lefebvre<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"875\">Preparing for the <a href=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/courses-ultra-trail\/qmt-135\/?utm_source=Site+Web&amp;utm_medium=Canadian+Running+-+Newsletters+%2B+Article&amp;utm_campaign=Canadian+Running%2C+ventes+QMT135%2C+December+2025\">135-kilometre Quebec Mega Trail<\/a> is a challenge that commands respect. For many runners, the sheer distance, elevation and technical terrain can feel overwhelming at first glance. Yet for athletes willing to commit to consistent, well-structured training, the QMT-135 is far from unattainable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1369\">To better understand what it takes to arrive prepared on race day, we spoke with a mix of elite coaches and experienced amateur runners: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/trail-running\/homegrown-hero-crushes-quebec-mega-trail-100-mile-race\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anne Champagne<\/a>,<\/strong> coach at <a href=\"https:\/\/touttrail.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tout.trail<\/a> and holder of the women\u2019s record at the QMT 100-mile; <strong>David Jeker<\/strong>, elite athlete and coach at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quantumendurance.com\/david\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quantum Endurance<\/a>; as well as QMT finishers <strong>Catherine Cormier-Boutin<\/strong> and <strong>Dawson Mossman<\/strong>. Their insights shed light on how to train, fuel and approach this iconic ultramarathon\u2014along with lessons they\u2019ve learned along the way.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1398\">Who is the QMT-135 for?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1751\">Anne Champagne is clear: the QMT-135 demands respect and patience. Fresh off a podium finish at the <a href=\"https:\/\/members.runningmagazine.ca\/2023\/03\/avec-courage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diagonale des Fous<\/a>, she emphasizes that long-term progression is essential. \u201cThis race requires time\u2014time to prepare your body and mind for the workload,\u201d she explains. \u201cYou want to arrive strong, resilient and ready to manage fatigue over many hours.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"2013\">That said, Champagne believes the race is accessible even to runners with limited ultra experience, provided they approach it with discipline and humility. \u201cYou have to accept that the goal might be learning and finishing, not racing for a result,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10371\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10371\" class=\"wp-image-10371 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Credit-DanielThibault-060724-arrivee-AnneChampagne-105-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10371\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Anne Champagne after her victory in the QMT-100 mile in 2024. Photo: Laurence Gaudy<\/p><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2316\">David Jeker echoes this sentiment, stressing the importance of knowing yourself. Training history, injury background and weekly consistency all matter. \u201cSome runners can safely make a bigger jump in distance if they\u2019re willing to manage the race conservatively,\u201d he notes. \u201cThere\u2019s no universal path.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2316\"><strong data-start=\"6061\" data-end=\"6149\">Learn more about the QMT-135 and <a href=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/courses-ultra-trail\/qmt-135\/?utm_source=Site+Web&amp;utm_medium=Canadian+Running+-+Newsletters+%2B+Article&amp;utm_campaign=Canadian+Running%2C+ventes+QMT135%2C+December+2025\">register here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2366\">Training smart for a long and demanding race<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2714\">While there is no single formula for QMT-135 success, all agree that preparation must be deliberate and substantial. Jeker explains that ultra training doesn\u2019t necessarily require extreme long runs. \u201cIn my case, my longest run before the race was around 50 kilometres,\u201d he says, noting that injury management played a role in shaping his approach.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2995\">Instead, he focused on accumulating volume\u2014around 140 kilometres per week\u2014through a mix of running, elevation work, cycling and strength training. <a href=\"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/sections\/training\/3-ways-to-run-a-tune-up-race\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tune-up races<\/a> can help, but they\u2019re optional. \u201cIf you do race beforehand, keep it controlled so recovery doesn\u2019t derail your build.\u201d<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10373\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10373\" class=\"wp-image-10373 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/David-Jeker-QMT-2022-@-Daniel-Thibault-2-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10373\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeker at QMT. Photo: Daniel Thibault<\/p><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3277\">One training strategy Jeker values highly is back-to-back long days. \u201cA long run on Saturday, followed by a shorter but more dynamic run on tired legs Sunday, especially with descents,\u201d he explains. Strength training also plays a central role in delaying fatigue late in the race.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3478\">Another often-overlooked component? Hiking. \u201cEveryone hikes the climbs at Mont-Sainte-Anne\u2014even elite runners,\u201d Jeker says. \u201cIf you never practise hiking, you\u2019re missing a key skill for this course.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3478\"><strong data-start=\"6061\" data-end=\"6149\">Learn more about the QMT-135 and <a href=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/courses-ultra-trail\/qmt-135\/?utm_source=Site+Web&amp;utm_medium=Canadian+Running+-+Newsletters+%2B+Article&amp;utm_campaign=Canadian+Running%2C+ventes+QMT135%2C+December+2025\">register here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3517\">High volume, creative consistency<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3964\">For amateur runners, training for the QMT-135 can be equally immersive. Catherine Cormier-Boutin, a kindergarten teacher based in Quebec City, averages roughly 175 kilometres per week. Her transition to longer ultras meant prioritizing elevation over flat mileage. \u201cInstead of a long road run, I\u2019d spend hours climbing at Mont-Sainte-Anne,\u201d she explains. On occasion, she even planned solo overnight outings to simulate running through the night.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3966\" data-end=\"4105\">She also integrates training seamlessly into her daily routine\u2014running to work, running errands and making movement a natural part of life.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4107\" data-end=\"4528\">Dawson Mossman, an experienced ultrarunner from New Brunswick, takes a slightly different approach rooted in intuition and enjoyment. With nearly ten years of ultra experience, including distances up to 300 kilometres, his priority is consistency. His personal benchmark: two consecutive weeks where his weekly mileage matches or exceeds race distance. \u201cIf I can do that and still feel strong, I know I\u2019m ready,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4530\" data-end=\"4688\">Above all, Mossman emphasizes recovery. \u201cListening to your body matters more than sticking blindly to a plan. Taking a <a href=\"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/sections\/training\/6-signs-you-need-a-day-off-from-running\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">day off<\/a> won\u2019t ruin months of training.\u201d<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10376\" style=\"width: 693px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10376\" class=\"wp-image-10376 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DawsonMossman-QMT-Credit_Laurence_Gaudy-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10376\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dawson Mossman at 2025 QMT-135. Photo: Laurence Gaudy<\/p><\/div>\n<h3 data-start=\"4690\" data-end=\"4737\">Fuel, mindset and the joy of the experience<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4738\" data-end=\"4974\"><a href=\"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/sections\/training\/fuelling-the-final-stretch-how-cronometer-is-powering-a-boston-qualifier-with-precision-nutrition\/\">Nutrition<\/a> plays a decisive role in QMT-135 preparation, both physically and mentally. Jeker highlights its cognitive impact. \u201cIf your brain is fueled properly, your mindset stays positive,\u201d he says. \u201cIf not, things can unravel quickly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4976\" data-end=\"5171\">Champagne stresses the importance of testing nutrition during training\u2014not just quantities, but textures and digestibility. \u201cYou need real-world practice, not just a plan on paper,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5173\" data-end=\"5446\">For Cormier-Boutin, mindset is closely tied to enjoyment. \u201cI\u2019m not racing to win, so I focus on having fun,\u201d she says. Conversations with other runners, breathtaking views, the energy at aid stations and the quality of the QMT organization all contribute to her experience.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10378\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10378\" class=\"wp-image-10378 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Credit-LaurenceGaudy-CatherineC-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10378\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Catherine Cormier-Boutin at 2025 QMT-135. Photo: Laurence Gaudy<\/p><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"5448\" data-end=\"5723\">Mossman shares that philosophy and favours simple, real foods on the trail\u2014banana bread, wraps, eggs\u2014and fondly recalls a frozen strawberry-banana smoothie his crew surprised him with during the race. Moments like these, he says, are what stay with you long after the finish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5725\" data-end=\"6059\">The takeaway from all four athletes is clear: the QMT-135 is not just a race, but an experience. \u201cTake time to thank the volunteers, appreciate the support and remember that being able to run a race like this is a privilege,\u201d Mossman says. Each edition of the QMT-135 is an opportunity to challenge yourself\u2014and to savour the journey.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6061\" data-end=\"6149\"><strong data-start=\"6061\" data-end=\"6149\">Learn more about the QMT-135 and <a href=\"https:\/\/ultratrailcanada.com\/courses-ultra-trail\/qmt-135\/?utm_source=Site+Web&amp;utm_medium=Canadian+Running+-+Newsletters+%2B+Article&amp;utm_campaign=Canadian+Running%2C+ventes+QMT135%2C+December+2025\">register here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quebec Mega Trail: preparing for the QMT-135 ultramarathon A practical guide to lining up confident and ready at one of Canada\u2019s most demanding trail races By Myriam Lefebvre Preparing for the 135-kilometre Quebec Mega Trail is a challenge that commands respect. 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