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.
Zwift Session

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Alison Freeman’s Actual Sweet Spot Bike Intervals

Spending time riding at just above and just below your Threshold intensity will build your ability to ride at Threshold. Sweet Spot is a session that sees you riding alternatively slightly above and slightly below your Threshold. This session will help you develop that and is great for all cyclists including triathletes and mountain bikers.

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Tri Swim Coach

Saturday Swim Session: Margaret Cyphers’ Casserole Workout

Descending sets can provide both stamina and speed as you build your swimming fitness. This session is great for swimmers and triathletes preparing for longer, open water swims.

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Fartlek Workout

Friday Fartlek Run: McMillan Running Buildup Workout #3

Enhancing your VO2 max by running at a high intensity will pay dividends for your running. This is a great session for all runners and triathletes especially those running 5km & 10km events.

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Zwift

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Alison Freeman’s Sweet Spot Bike Intervals

Spending time riding at just above and just below your Threshold intensity will build your ability to ride at Threshold. Sweet Spot is a session that sees you riding alternatively slightly above and slightly below your Threshold. This session will help you develop that and is great for all cyclists including triathletes and mountain bikers.

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Tri Swim Coach

Saturday Swim Session: Margaret Cyphers’ Break It Up Workout

Conducting reps with changes of pace will help build your pace control. This session is great for swimmers and triathletes preparing for longer, open water swims.

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Fartlek Workout

Friday Fartlek Run: McMillan Running Buildup Workout #2

Enhancing your VO2 max by running at a high intensity will pay dividends for your running. This is a great session for all runners and triathletes especially those running 5km & 10km events.

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Cycling Workout

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: The Gorby

Spending time riding at VO2 Max level will develop your top end speed and power. This will strengthen your climbing and also build your ability to surge hard for the line or initiate a breakaway. This session will help you develop that and is great for all cyclists including triathletes and mountain bikers.

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Tri Swim Coach

Saturday Swim Session: Margaret Cyphers’ Pace Setter

Conducting reps with changes of pace and minimal rest between reps will help build your stamina. This session is great for swimmers and triathletes preparing for longer, open water swims.

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