The White Report | March 2025 | Page 38

Ray White’ s extreme sports stars

BY CASSANDRA GLOVER
KELLY GOOD Ray White Wanaka NZ
Ray White Wanaka business owner Kelly Good had competed in an array of different challenging sporting events which included swimming, running and cycling including triathlons, Coast to Coast, Spring Challenge, and most recently the Aquabike.
What kind of racing do you do? What’ s involved?
I ' ve competed in all things from triathlon, to adventure multisport racing, but my most recent endeavors have been in the Aquabike, which is a 3km swim in the open water generally, and then a 120km bike. Unfortunately I have an injury that sort of prevented the running aspect of the full triathlon. Last year, I qualified in New Zealand and went to the world championships for the Aquabike, which was held in Townsville in August.
How did you get into it?
When the kids were younger I thought I wanted to get back into some form of sports so I competed in Challenge Wanaka, which was a half Ironman. That threw the passion back into the triathlon space where I had competed previously.
I enjoyed participating in all three of the disciplines and having a variety of training, but it also just gave me an individual challenge rather than just focusing on work and children all the time. The motivation to achieve and strive for something in front of the kids is huge- it’ s that‘ monkey see, monkey do’ mentality.
How have you fared in the competitions? What have been the highlights?
I came ninth at the world championships last year in the Aquabike in Townsville, and in the Spring Challenge in 2022 I came third in the veteran category. The competitions are great and provide me with a focus and motivation to train and get out the door. I am often nervous on the start line but as my physio once said to me,‘ nerves are great, they are a sign that you want to perform’. So embracing the nerves and using them without letting them take over is a great challenge.
Any tips for people who might want to try it out?
Just choose something small to start and set the goal, make it something you are passionate about and that you enjoy. Over the years, I have moved from events that mean I’ m flying solo to ones which are more about adventure and the journey to get there. Time is so precious nowadays so the time spent doing the sort of training and commitment required needs to be fun- pull in friends or family to get involved as well.
TOM BARR RWC Queensland
With a background competing in triathlons, RWC Queensland managing director Tom Barr has found a new passion for HYROX. After competing in his first event in 2024, he’ s hooked.
What is involved in HYROX?
HYROX is an indoor hybrid endurance event which combines both running and functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by one functional workout station, repeated eight times.
How did you get into it?
Having competed in my younger days at an elite level in the sport of triathlon, fitness training is something I have always enjoyed and is part of my life. About seven or eight years ago, I started hybrid and HIIT training. The concept of HYROX was founded about five years ago in Europe and came to Australia for the first time in 2024. Last year, I raced in Brisbane( doubles with my brother Nick) and then Melbourne( single). I have also completed one competition in Brisbane this year.
What does your training look like?
I train four to six times a week which comprises 45-60 minute sessions which vary between HIIT, MetCon, strength, and cardio. I also run four times per week, typically about 10km per session.
Any tips for people who might want to try it out?
The beauty of HYROX is that the sport caters for people of all ages and levels of fitness. HYROX is a sport for you whether you are just starting out in your fitness journey, just want to give it a go and have some fun, or are a serious athlete. Additionally, you can choose your desired race format being singles( individual), doubles( team of two), and relay( team of four).
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