I realised this weekend is Valentines weekend, which is 3 weeks away from when I compete in my 6th Ironman with five having been Ironman…
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 12
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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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 11
This week’s training continues to develop your base fitness with a strong focus on technique and endurance. Each week will have three pool sessions for…
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 10
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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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 9
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).…
View More 12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 9BLOG # 3 – HUMPS WITH COACH RAY BOARDMAN CHASING ULTRAMAN OZ TO FUNDRAISE FOR FALLEN HEROES
As I pondered what to write for this weeks Blog to Ray for Qwik Kiwi, I glanced at my watch and realised today (15 Jan…
View More BLOG # 3 – HUMPS WITH COACH RAY BOARDMAN CHASING ULTRAMAN OZ TO FUNDRAISE FOR FALLEN HEROESPeriodisation of a Season
There are a number of methods to periodise a training build up for an event. Some of the more prominent coaches and academics in this…
View More Periodisation of a SeasonUltra 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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What are the Consequences of Missing a Workout?
What are the consequences of missing a workout? Although this isn’t a common question the implications of the answer affect anyone following a training plan. A training plan is only as good as the adherence to this plan. As a result I am often asked “What do I do if I miss a session?” but before I answer the more common question I will explain what I refer to as the ‘Why factor’. The ‘Why factor’ will help provide you with the information as to why that is the case.
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