Who Is Stuart Payne

Hi, my name is Stuart. I am a qualified AusTriathlon Development Coach, certified IRONMAN Coach, 80/20 Endurance Ambassador, and the founder of ReadyToTri based in Brisbane, Queensland.

My journey into triathlon began over 17 years ago after relocating from the UK to Australia. Facing the stressors of a demanding full-time career and the challenges of settling into a new country, I weighed 94kg and lived an unhealthy lifestyle. Seeking community and personal transformation, I joined a local Brisbane triathlon club. What started as a way to find like-minded people evolved into an absolute passion for endurance sports, leading me to complete numerous long-distance events, including my first IRONMAN Cairns in 2014 and the Ultraman triathlon in 2024.

From Competitor to Professional Coach

Having experienced firsthand how endurance training builds physical resilience and mental well-being, I transitioned from competitor to professional coach over 10 years ago. Today, I hold official credentials as a triathlon, Ironman distance, and running coach, as well as a personal trainer—giving me the exact toolkit needed to guide athletes through similar transformations.

Through ReadyToTri, I specialise in designing personalised 1-on-1 coaching programs and lifestyle training plans utilising the 3-3-3-1 methodology (three swims, three cycle rides, three runs, and one strength session per week) tracked via TrainingPeaks. Whether coaching local athletes through private swim sessions or guiding competitors through Sprint, Olympic, Half Ironman, and full Ironman distances, my mission is simple: to help everyday athletes overcome self-doubt, build structured fitness, and cross their finish lines with confidence.