Author: Ray Boardman

Ray has competed in triathlons from sprint to ironman distance (both IM Taupo and Challenge Wanaka). Consequently he is aware of the importance of balancing training with lifestyle, thus complimenting other important aspects of an athlete’s life (family, work, study commitments etc…). • Entering your first triathlon? • Stepping up to a longer distance? • Looking to go faster? • Wanting to turn previous negatives into positives? Ray has coached athletes to achieve these and more. Training programmes are accessible online, so athletes can be located anywhere and still reap the benefits of Ray’s coaching. Contact him to discuss how he can assist you to achieve your goals.

Chef Ray – Lamb with Tomato, Watermelon and Feta Salad

Full of colour and vitamins, this meal also delivers quality protein for recovery.

24 week Island Ultra Training Plan starts 18-Apr-22

Now is the time to get on board and join Qwik Kiwi Coaching for my great training plans to prepare you for Island Ultra in 24 weeks.
Discover this amazing part of the upper South Island, with distances for all and scenery that is out of this world, you don’t want to miss the Island Ultra.
Choose from the 55km, 33km, 18km or 10km courses. Starting and finishing at the Cable Bay Adventure Park, the terrain is varied creating an exciting race.
From forest to technical single track and a stint on the Cable Bay walkway, this course is truly epic.
If that isn’t enough the 55km, 33km and the 18km and the course takes you onto the private Pepin Island.

Saturday Swim Sessions: Week 3 Swim Fitness Builder

The Swim Fitness Builder (SFB) is an eight week training plan to build fitness for a swimmer currently confident swimming about 600-800m to be able to swim 1,600m confidently in a session. This is the third week of the training plan. I am providing the workouts from the training plan for FREE, through my website. If you’d like them as a training plan on TrainingPeaks, there is a link to purchase that towards the end of the article.

Friday Fartlek Run: Stryd’s Half Hour Hustle

When you’ve got limited time to train this workout is a great way to maximise your training with the time available. It contains some steady efforts and some higher intensity efforts to give some great fitness gains. Although designed for use with a Stryd Power Meter it can also be effectively done without one.

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: No Limits Bike Intensity Session II+

Ramp sessions are a great way to build intensity into a workout. Within this session each ramp is progressively harder than the previous rep. This will build your FTP by giving you time at both above and just below threshold. This is a great workout for triathletes, as well as road and mountain bikers.

24 week Spring Challenge Te Anau Training Plan starts 18-April-22

When you cross the finish line of the Te Anau Spring Challenge or Hawkes Bay Spring Challenge, you and your team mates have accomplished something very special.
Crafted by myself, Ray Boardman PGDipSportsMed, PGDipRehab, PGCertSc (Exercise Science), BSc (Anatomy), DipSportsStudies this plan encapsulates my passion for the sport, my experience from being involved in adventure racing for many years and completing dozens of Half and Full IRONMAN distance finishes and my success coaching hundreds of triathletes & adventure racers.

16 week Taupō Half & Full Marathon Training Plan starts 14-Mar-22

The Taupō full and half marathon is a great event held each year in the start of August. When you cross the finish line you will have achieved something special at this great event.
Programmes designed for either beginner or intermediate runners who are looking to complete either the full or half marathon, these plans will help you achieve your goals.

Chef Ray – Grilled Dukkah Pork with Warm Pearl Couscous

This delicious, flavoursome meal comes packed with both protein and carbohydrate to fuel your exercise and help you recover from it.

Saturday Swim Sessions: Week 2 Swim Fitness Builder

The Swim Fitness Builder (SFB) is an eight week training plan to build fitness for a swimmer currently confident swimming about 600-800m to be able to swim 1,600m confidently in a session. This is the second week of the training plan. I am providing the workouts from the training plan for FREE, through my website. If you’d like them as a training plan on TrainingPeaks, there is a link to purchase that towards the end of the article.

Friday Fartlek Run: Less is More 1,200’s III

Although this is a traditional speed session for 5k and 10k runners, there are benefits for those running marathon (as well as half marathon distance as well) as this session came from a marathon training plan. A session like this enhances your VO2 max and makes you a fitter runner ready to handle the higher intensities.

7 Things to Practise Before Your First Sprint Triathlon

Preparing for your first sprint triathlon involves more than building fitness. Practising open-water swimming, transitions, brick sessions, race-day equipment and your pre-race routine can make the unfamiliar feel familiar. Discover seven practical things to rehearse before race day so you can arrive at the start line confident and prepared.

Your First Half Marathon: What to Expect Before, During and After Race Day

Your first half marathon is exciting, challenging and full of unknowns. Learn what to expect during training, race week and across the 21.1km itself, including pacing, fuelling, fatigue and recovery. With the right preparation, you can arrive at the start line confident, prepared and ready for the challenge.

How to Balance Swimming, Cycling and Running for Your First Triathlon

Learn how to balance swimming, cycling and running when preparing for your first triathlon. Discover why the three disciplines shouldn’t be treated as separate programmes, how to manage intensity and recovery, where to focus your training, and how to progressively bring swim, bike and run together for race day.

Are You Fit Enough for Your First Sprint Triathlon?

Thinking about your first sprint triathlon but wondering if you’re fit enough? Learn the swimming, cycling and running benchmarks that can help you decide whether you’re ready to begin race-specific training, what to work on if you’re not quite there yet, and how to take your next step with confidence.

How Long Should Your Long Run Be for a Marathon?

Your marathon long run needs to build the endurance and durability required for 42.2 kilometres without compromising the rest of your training. Learn why there is no magic distance, how to progress your long runs appropriately, and why consistency, controlled intensity, fuelling practice and recovery matter more than one monster session.

eBooks

Garmin (.FIT) files for Top 20 Run Workouts From Coach Ray

Back in 2019 I had published over 200 run workouts on my website. I took the 20 most popular workouts and published them in this easy to read eBook. Normally this eBook sells for $27, by itself. I’m in the process of transferring all my ebooks from my previous e-commerce store to this website, I’ve decided to add Garmin (.FIT) files for all the workouts within this eBook into a package. I’ve also thrown in some Zwift (.ZWO) files but they can’t be produced for ALL these workouts, so the ones that can have a Zwift file generated have.

Top 20 Run Workouts From Coach Ray eBook

With over 200 articles covering run workouts published when this ebook came out, I condensed it down to the Top 20 most popular run workouts. As viewed by people like you, the readers of my website.
I’m in the process of transferring all my ebooks from my previous e-commerce store to this website, so for now I’m offering them for only $7. Although I believe I have tested things thoroughly, I’m doing them for only $7 (saving $20 from the normal price) just on the off chance there is some bug in the system and there is s delay in getting the ebook to you.

Zwift (.ZWO) & Garmin (.FIT) files for Top 20 Cycle Workouts From Coach Ray

I’m in the process of transferring all my ebooks from my previous e-commerce store to this website, so for now I’m offering them for only $7 ($17 bundled with the Garmin (.FIT) and Zwift (.ZWO files). Although I believe I have tested things thoroughly, I’m doing them for only $17 (saving $20 from the normal price) just on the off chance there is some bug in the system and there is s delay in getting the ebook to you.

Top 20 Cycle Workouts From Coach Ray eBook

With over 200 articles covering cycle workouts published when this ebook came out, I condensed it down to the Top 20 most popular swim workouts. As viewed by people like you, the readers of my website.

Top 20 Swim Workouts From Coach Ray eBook

With over 200 articles covering swim workouts published when this ebook came out, I condensed it down to the Top 20 most popular swim workouts. As viewed by people like you, the readers of my website.