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.
Peter Coe

Book of the Month September – Better Training For Distance Runners

This book is a great, in depth manual for how Peter Coe and David Martin developed elite British runners. It is written like an exercise physiology textbook, so it isn’t an easy read but it is packed full of great detail on how to structure, prepare and periodise training plans.

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Tri Swim Coach

Saturday Swim Session: Thomas Groden’s Actual 8-800’s

This is a big, solid session that will build a solid base and develop the intrinsic ability to pace your longer swims. This session is great for swimmers and triathletes preparing for longer, open water swims.

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Cycling Session

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Short-Course Trainer Session

Riding at your Threshold will help tolerate riding at that intensity more easily, then top it off with higher intensity efforts will give your top end power a kick. This session will help you develop that and is great for all cyclists including triathletes and mountain bikers.

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Saturday Swim Session: Thomas Groden’s 8-800’s

This is a big, solid session that will build a solid base and develop the intrinsic ability to pace your longer swims. This session is great for swimmers and triathletes preparing for longer, open water swims.

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Fartlek Session

Friday Fartlek Run: Finlay Fartlek

Hard and fast reps are always challenging and the less rest you get the quicker the session is over and done with. This is a perfect session for runners and triathletes running events between 5km & 10km.

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Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: FTP Improver

Riding at your Threshold will help tolerate riding at that intensity more easily. This session will help you develop that and is great for all cyclists including triathletes and mountain bikers.

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Healthy Food

Chef Ray: Asian Salmon & Super Greens Oven-Steamed Bake

The flavours are really brought out with this dish. The vege’s are fun and interesting and my daughter even ate Brussel Sprouts.

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