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.
Windtrainer Session

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: 5x 5min Big Gear Hill Reps

This session is a great way to develop both your leg strength for hill climbing and power for sprints. This is really beneficial for all cyclists…

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Power Bag

Utilising a Power Bag as Part of Your Strength Training Routine

This is a great wee workout for runners and triathletes to include in their training a couple of times a week to build and enhance…

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Chef Ray – Turmeric Pork with Beetroot and Carrot Salad

This meal is healthy and provides plenty of flavour to dance with your taste buds. Although I’m not a qualified chef I do like to…

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Saturday Swim Session: A Variety Of 400’s To Improve Your Swimming

400s are the perfect distance to enhance your endurance and stamina. Within this workout, you will use pull buoys & paddles to improve your performance. Both pull buoys and paddles focus efforts on the upper body whilst swimming and will help to develop specific strength as well as feel for the water. This workout is perfect for Ironman and Olympic distance triathletes or people doing longer ocean swims.

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Fartlek Workout

Friday Fartlek Run – 12x 2min Hill Reps

This is a hard VO2 Max workout that develops your ability to sustain your top-end intensity and enhances your ability to develop power (especially on…

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Training Plan

Thursday Training Plan: Park Run Training Plan (BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE 16 week Plan – Start Anytime)

Park Runs are free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, and are safe and easy to take part in.…

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Power Bag

How To Take Your Training To The Next Level With Coach Ray’s Power Bag Strength Training Session for Runners & Triathletes

This is a great wee workout for runners and triathletes to include in their training a couple of times a week to build and enhance…

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Swim Session

Saturday Swim Session – Test Yourself With a Time Trial

Swimming time trials are a great way to test yourself and measure your progress. Incorporating them into your programme regularly gives you an idea of…

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