Testimonials

Thank you so much for a wonderful testimonial @dan.bkl y
Choosing Kevin Henderson as my Ironman coach was one of the best decisions I made for my journey. From our very first profound interview, it was clear he wasn’t just offering a generic plan. He took the time to truly understand my goals, strengths, weaknesses, and training availability, crafting a roadmap that felt genuinely realistic and achievable.

Kevin’s approach is incredibly tailored and data-driven. He immediately set me up with a Training Peaks account (a valuable tool that would otherwise be a significant monthly cost, but was included!), and had me conduct essential tests like FTP and 5k to ensure my plan was precisely aligned with my current abilities. What truly sets him apart is his meticulous monitoring of every single session, providing detailed and insightful feedback via WhatsApp or calls. This constant guidance kept me on track and motivated.

Thank you so much for a nice testimonial Briana. Amazing result on your first Ironman and only second triathlon. My goal is to give every client the best possible service even though I can be a complete nuisance at times chasing to get all the sessions completed.

Working with Kevin has been transformative. In just 9 months, he took me from being a complete novice with zero triathlon experience to crossing the Ironman finish line. His training plans were challenging but perfectly tailored and always backed by science—which showed in the results. Kevin’s expertise and evidence-based approach made the impossible feel achievable. I couldn’t have done it without him!

Kevin is an extremely meticulous and hands-on coach, which has helped me take my training and mentality to a different level. I came across Kevin after I trained for my first 70.3 in Cascais which I had to pull out of due to illness, I message Kevin before the event seeking advice on whether to compete or look past it and carry on the journey to another 70.3. I didn’t end up doing the race and it was probably the best decision I’ve made in the sport. Not only did I gain a fantastic coach and mentor in Kevin, but I’ve become more engrained in the sport of triathlon which I’m so grateful for.

Kevin’s methodical approach goes beyond the training sessions and really tailor to your needs as an individual, which makes the process far more enjoyable and seamless leading up to events and building throughout off-season.
I couldn’t recommend a more genuine person to be a coach and mentor. Thanks for being world class, sir!

Kevin is an extremely meticulous and hands-on coach, which has helped me take my training and mentality to a different level. I came across Kevin after I trained for my first 70.3 in Cascais which I had to pull out of due to illness, I message Kevin before the event seeking advice on whether to compete or look past it and carry on the journey to another 70.3. I didn’t end up doing the race and it was probably the best decision I’ve made in the sport. Not only did I gain a fantastic coach and mentor in Kevin, but I’ve become more engrained in the sport of triathlon which I’m so grateful for.

I have been working with Blackzone Coaching since the start of Lockdown in 2020 and he has revolutionised my training and lifestyle. I have never been more consistent and motivated to train than I have when working with Kevin. Sessions are well tailored to the intensity and variance I need and he is so supportive as a coach when sessions might not go as well as I wanted or expected.

It has been a lifetime ambition of mine to enter and complete an IRONMAN. I had trained 1-2-1 with Kevin before so asked him to help. His meticulous approach to my training plan meant it was carefully tailored to my busy work schedule. He continually readjusted my power and heart rate zones as I progressed. Sometimes work and family commitments got in the way and Kevin would adjust the plan to make sure I was hitting the key sessions and continually improving.

My FTP rose by 40 watts over an eight week period and my swimming, cycling and running all improved considerably. I went into the race confident that I was in the best shape I’ve ever been and was able to enjoy the experience. Without this approach I would have been haphazard with my training. I never worried about what to do. You can trust Kevin to get you race ready whatever your goal is.

When I joined Blackzone Coaching I had two clear objectives that I set out with Kevin: Firstly build up my FTP; secondly prepare my cycling fitness for one of the greatest endurance events in the world for amateurs, namely the Haute Route Alps.

This is a seven day event including some of the highest and most challenging road cycling terrain in the world.  Over the course of the next year Kevin planned, and analysed by numbers through training peaks, gave daily feedback on sessions, and most importantly put together sustainable, and (largely!) achievable daily workouts that saw my overall cycling fitness hit new highs.

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I started using Kevin @ Blackzone Coaching in January 2023. I’ve had a few coaches before, but for varying reasons, I was not compelled to stick with them. Kevin has completely transformed my training, and in turn my racing ability. I started racing 70.3 events in 2018 and have consistently pulled in results putting me in the top half of the top ten in my age group. I challenged Kevin with top 5 with the real target being the Podium. I have had 2 races this season (2023), and in both I have come away with significant PB’s (both sub 5:30 which was previously a dream) in a very competitive field. I will update this review once I’ve had my final race of the season in September! Race 1 – Outlaw Nottingham - I placed 8^th/68 – not the place I wanted but considering the competition and my finish time I was very happy indeed. Race 2 – Outlaw Holkham – I placed 5th/38 – far better placing and even better finish time. Kevin is dedicated to working with his athletes to help them achieve their goals. My run at Nottingham improved by circa 10 minutes, which is something we have really been focusing on as running off the bike was always my weak spot. I wont be changing coaches any time soon – this is a long term project and I would highly recommend Kevin whatever your goals. I started using Kevin @ Blackzone Coaching in January 2023. I’ve had a few coaches before, but for varying reasons, I was not compelled to stick with them. Kevin has completely transformed my training, and in turn my racing ability. I started racing 70.3 events in 2018 and have consistently pulled in results putting me in the top half of the top ten in my age group. I challenged Kevin with top 5 with the real target being the Podium. I have had 2 races this season (2023), and in both I have come away with significant PB’s (both sub 5:30 which was previously a dream) in a very competitive field. I will update this review once I’ve had my final race of the season in September! Race 1 – Outlaw Nottingham - I placed 8^th/68 – not the place I wanted but considering the competition and my finish time I was very happy indeed. Race 2 – Outlaw Holkham – I placed 5th/38 – far better placing and even better finish time. Kevin is dedicated to working with his athletes to help them achieve their goals. My run at Nottingham improved by circa 10 minutes, which is something we have really been focusing on as running off the bike was always my weak spot. I wont be changing coaches any time soon – this is a long term project and I would highly recommend Kevin whatever your goals.

I am an early 50’s cyclist who returned to cycling during covid times after many years of not getting on the bike. I was inspired to take on a Haute Route challenge in September of 2022 and realised in early Jan that structured training could be of benefit.

I reached out to Blackzone where I met Kevin and we discussed his training approach for other Haute Route customers and we started to work together. We began a 6-month journey that put me through an increasingly tougher periodic training program. It was tailored to my need, and took into account family holidays and emergency business trips. Kevin’s approach was to continually stretch my abilities without snapping me, he pushed me to meet the goals we had jointly agreed and we communicated through emails, phone calls, and regular reviews of the data in training peaks. At no point did Kevin or myself physically meet but our interactions were small and often, pretty much every other day for a training regime which was 6 days on, one day off which was in line with the growth plan I had set myself.

From the moment I stepped into the world of triathlon, Kevin was there, displaying an unwavering commitment and dedication that simply cannot be overstated.

His 24/7 availability, be it via text or call, is a testament to his sincere investment in each of his clients journey.

Coming into the sport, I was a complete novice. Yet Kevin’s expert advice and patient mentorship proved invaluable. From the initial stages of choosing my first bike, to meticulously refining my training regime, he equipped me with the tools and knowledge I needed to get from my first sprint triathlon to a half ironman and in 5 more weeks a full ironman. All in times I wouldn’t of initially dreamed of.

★★★★★

My success so far in just under a year of coaching with Kevin have included 1st Place 30-34 age group Scottish Sprint Triathlon championships 2021, and a successful campaign to get my qualification spot for the AG Ironman World Championships in Kona 2021, by finishing 26th Overall at the IMUK event in a time of 10:24:36. This was the primary focus of my training and I gave myself 5 years in which to get there, so to achieve this so quickly is testament to the approach Kevin puts into my training plan. The approach is a perfect balance of the hard work, consistency, and importantly allowing sufficient time to recover to absorb the training loads, something I personally overlooked for years. Kevin’s coaching plan are very specific to my race goals and perfectly periodised for me to be at my best for all my priority races throughout the year. I am now looking forward to the beaches of Hawaii as I step up my focus to what’s ahead.

I am a 50-something year old female who pretty much fell into cycling about 5 years ago as a way of regaining my fitness post-kids and as a means of gaining some much-needed “me-time”. I joined my local cycling club and quickly discovered Zwift, allowing me to ride and train all year round. Recently, though, I had hit a wall in my training but couldn’t work out what the problem was. I was working hard but I had begun to struggle to complete workouts, was repeatedly being dropped on my weekly Zwift Team Time Trials, my heart rate was racing, my legs felt heavy… I just didn’t feel right.