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.

Ultra Humps – The Big Hairy Arse Goal (BHAG)

Previous articles have advised why I chose Ray Boardman as the Coach I wanted.  A Coach to help me achieve my dreams and achieve my personal tests…

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Tri Swim Coach

12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 6

Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (20 Feb) or Ironman NZ (05 Mar).…

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Friday Fartlek: Dave Scott’s Hill Rep Runs

This session is a great way to enhance your technique as well as improve your efficiency and ability to tolerate lactic acid.

Happy New Year.  Here is a session to kick off 2016 with a great workout.

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Tri Training NZ

12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 5

Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (18 Feb) or Ironman NZ (04 Mar).…

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It’s a Fine Line Between Listening to Your Body and Training Through an Injury

If you have a question you would like me to answer, click on this link here. This is a response to a question from a…

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Tri Training NZ

Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: 3 sets of 10x 30secs

This session is a great way to develop your ability to sprint hard multiple times. This replicates riding in a cycle race and having to…

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