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 – Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Lentil, Green Pea and Cauliflower Dahl

Bringing a subtle taste of the sub-continent to your table, this dish is full of flavour. I served the dahl directly on the naan with…

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Fartlek Workout

Friday Fartlek Run: 5x 3min VO2 Max

This is a hard VO2 Max workout that develops your ability to sustain your top-end intensity and enhances your ability to run fast. This is a beneficial workout…

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Functinoal Threshold Power

Enhance Your Functional Threshold Power Over Winter

Winter is the perfect time to develop your Functional Threshold Power (FTP). Yesterday I hosted a webinar about how to Enhance Your Functional Threshold Power…

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Windtrainer Session

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Stuart Payne’s Pyramid

Utilising a combination of both VO2 max and threshold intervals within a workout will develop your cycling fitness and ability to sustain power. This session…

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Ironman

Coach Ray Interviews the Revenant’s Scott Worthington

After the chat published last week with Leroy I couldn’t turn down the opportunity to chat to with his business partner for the Revenant, Scott…

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Swim Session

Saturday Swim Session: Swim Drill to Improve Technique

Working on your technique is a great way to improve your performance and swim drills are a great way to enhance that. This session is perfect…

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Fartlek Session

Friday Fartlek Run: 8x 2min VO2 Max

This is a hard VO2 Max workout that develops your ability to sustain your top-end intensity and enhances your ability to run fast. This is a beneficial workout…

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