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.
Fartlek Session

Friday Fartlek Run: The Family That Run’s Ladder Workout

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 that all runners, as well as triathletes, will gain from.

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Swim sESSION

Thursday Training Plan: Busy Triathlete 12-Week Winter Swim Base Training Plan

“Training for excellence, with excellent training.” As you improve your swimming during your winter base building, you will have accomplished something very special. Designed for…

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Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Double Tabata

This session is a great way to develop your anaerobic capacity. It is perfect for road cyclists and mountain bikers, as well as draft legal triathletes.

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Chef Ray

Chef Ray – Roasted Pumpkin with Haloumi, Crispy Lentils and Coriander Dressing

Packed full of flavour and colour this meal is very vibrant. Although I’m not a qualified chef I do like to pretend I’m on Master…

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Swim Session

Saturday Swim Session: 100’s then 50’s

Finishing the workout with some faster sprints helps to develop your finishing speed for races. This session is perfect for Ironman and Olympic distance triathletes or…

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Fartlek Workout

Friday Fartlek Run – Mixed Intervals 1:00, 2:00, 4:00, 2:00, 1:00

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

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Windtrainer Workout

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: RCUK’s VO2 Max Session

This session is perfect for improving your top-end sprint ability. By increasing your top intensity your overall ability will also be enhanced. This will benefit all…

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Ready to Tri

Coach Ray Interviews Stuart Payne from Ready To Tri (Brisbane)

Recently I caught up with Stuart Payne who coaches triathletes through his business Ready To Tri in North Brisbane, Australia.

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