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Training & Technique

Outdoor swimming pools: summer training tips

Three, two, one….summer is already here! Great! Sunshine, warm weather and… where should I go to swim?! For those lucky swimmers who live along the coast, it a no-brainer: open-water …

Written by: arena coaches 15 July '22

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Fitness & Wellness

Fitness at the Beach, part 1 – Getting Exercise on a Beach Holiday

If you’re on a beach holiday with family or friends who just want to relax, you can still get some exercise. Here are a few activities you can do on …

Written by: Arena 8 July '22

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Fitness & Wellness

Running and Swimming: calorie-burning work-outs for the summer

Sport is essential for getting in shape for the summer. So how can you burn fat and calories by swimming and running? Here’s a training plan for the summer. One …

Written by: arena coaches 27 June '22

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Just for Women

Quick guide to choosing women’s swimwear for the beach

It goes without saying: when choosing women’s swimwear for the beach, looks definitely count. Deciding whether to opt for a bikini or one-piece for your days on the beach is …

Written by: Arena 10 June '22

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A Swimmer's life

Tough times don’t last, but tough people do!

We are competitive swimmers. We are athletes. We are a rare breed of people who set 4:30AM alarms, who sweat while most people are asleep, who push our bodies to …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 27 May '22

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Men's beachwear: 2 men running on the shore

Fitness & Wellness

Men’s Beachwear Options for Every Body Type

Let’s face it, we all like to look good at the beach. Functionality is important when it comes to choosing your swim shorts, but if they don’t make you feel …

Written by: Arena 26 May '22

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Butterfly stroke for beginners: swimmer with his head in the water

Training & Technique

Butterfly Stroke for Beginners: Tips and Drills

There’s nothing quite like watching a swimmer use the butterfly swimming style to propel themselves across the surface of the water gracefully. The butterfly stroke technique requires power and coordination. …

Written by: arena coaches 23 May '22

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30 minute swimming workout: swimmer in a diving position

Training & Technique

30-Minute Swimming Workouts for Endurance, Technique, and Speed

Whether you swim for the health benefits or as a career — or if you’re a beginner on an exciting new venture — the truth is that sometimes life just …

Written by: arena coaches 22 May '22

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How to choose swimming goggles: various goggles hung together

Training & Technique

How to Choose Swimming Goggles for Your Style of Swimming

If a swimsuit is like a second skin for swimmers, goggles are like a second pair of eyes. The best swimming goggles will fit perfectly and provide lasting comfort and …

Written by: Arena 10 May '22

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What to eat before swimming: swimmer fixing her swimsuit

Fitness & Wellness

What to Eat Before Swimming, No Matter When You Train

Swimmers have a special relationship with food. Generally speaking, it’s never a good idea to take a swimmer out for a meal because you’ll be stuck with a huge bill. …

Written by: Manuele Trezzi 4 May '22

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