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: Alberto’s 300’s

This session is great to improve speed for all runners and is used by legendary runner and coach Alberto Salazar on a regular basis with his runners…

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Nelson Women's Triathlon

Week 6: McFadden McMeeken Phillips Lawyers Nelson Women’s Triathlon Training Programme

I’ve prepared a twelve week training programme to prepare you for the McFadden McMeeken Phillips Lawyers Nelson Women’s Triathlon. Each Thursday I will post it here for…

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Cycling Session

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: Gale Bernhardt’s Miracle Intervals Session 1

This session is a great way to develop your average power for endurance events. It’s perfect for triathletes, road cyclists, and also mountain bikers. 

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UltraHumps: Challenge Wanaka – Called Challenge for a Reason!

Hi Team and welcome to Blog # 32 Coach Ray kindly allowed me to delay the write up due to focusing on Challenge Wanaka.  This is the…

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Yummy Recipies

Chef Ray: Spiced Lamb with Chickpea Mash and Courgette Salad

This is a great recipe that is dairy free and diabetes friendly. It provides you with a good source of protein and also some great…

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Yo McGill

What it Takes to Become a Coast to Coast Champion

“Most women look to turning the big 50 with trepidation and negativity.  I decided to do the opposite and turn it into a positive by looking forward to doing the Coast to Coast in 2017.  For the past year, I have revolved my life around training.  Not an easy feat when you work shift work in an emergency department, have a cherry orchard, run and host yacht charters and try to keep time for “family”.  I think I am fitter and stronger now than when I was 30 years ago.

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Buller Gorge Marathon

Coach Ray’s Suffering: What Went Wrong with my Buller Marathon?

Last week I wrote about how my Buller marathon went. In summary, it started really well and I was trucking along comfortably on target then…

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Best of the Internet for Endurance Athletes: 19 Feb 17

Each Sunday I’ll post my ‘best of’ list in a number of categories from the inter-webs. Other weeks can be found here. Click on the…

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