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Dryland training

How to improve your breathing technique

In our training tips for underwater swimming, we saw how important it was to perform quick technical movements with a reduced oxygen supply or no oxygen at all, i.e. in …

Written by: Arena 26 March '21

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Dryland training

3 pre-swim mobility exercises by Australian Swimming Champion Cate Campbell

Australian swimming champion Cate Campbell shares with us her favourite pre-swim mobility exercises. The following drills focus on thoracic mobility – which is the most important thing she focuses on …

Written by: Arena 12 March '21

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Insider Advice

Professional swimming goggles: arena Cobra Swipe range

arena’s new Cobra Swipe range of professional swimming goggles New anti-fog technology activated with a simple swipe of the fingertips is the distinctive feature of arena’s new range of Cobra …

Written by: Arena 26 January '21

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Insider Advice

arena running clothes and how to run safely

Running clothes: a beginner’s guide Running clothes must be comfortable and allow you to move freely. Summer or winter, running outdoors is an excellent exercise that allows you to enjoy …

Written by: Arena 20 January '21

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A Swimmer's life

Why do you swim?

There are many reasons why we take part in our favourite sport. Some people want to keep fit, others want to train with their old friends, and yet others want …

Written by: Arena 23 December '20

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Fitness & Wellness

What to take with you to the SPA, arena’s tips for relaxing

If you are planning on spending a day at the SPA remember to take all the clothes and accessories that will make you feel comfortable. The keywords should be comfort …

Written by: Arena 30 September '20

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Fitness & Wellness

Returning to the pool after the holidays: the 5 mistakes you should avoid!

September, time to return to the ranks and abandon that state of suspended grace and holiday feel typical of summer. This is also the month of new beginnings and new goals, …

Written by: Arena 9 September '20

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Training & Technique

Open-water swimming: advice from Bernd Berkhahn, coach of the world champion Florian Wellbrock

Photo credit: ©JoKleindl Due to the temporary closure of swimming pools due to Covid19, open-water swimming has suddenly become extremely important. At the moment, lots of people who usually swim …

Written by: Arena 4 August '20

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Just for Women

10 Beach Bag Essentials

The sun is here, and some lucky people are already hitting the beach. It’s never fun to forget something essential, so in case you’ve gotten out of practice over the …

Written by: Arena 28 July '20

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Elite Team

Open water tips&tricks by German elite swimmers Florian Wellbrock and Rob Muffels

Florian Wellbrock and Rob Muffels (Germany), gold and bronze medalists in the 10 km Open Water at the 2019 World Championships in Gwangju, offer some useful tips & advice for …

Written by: Arena 26 June '20

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