Author: arena coaches

Training & Technique

3 tips for a faster turn

Turns can give you an incredible advantage if performed properly. A well-executed turn will allow you to accelerate after pushing off the wall so that you reach the right speed …

Written by: arena coaches 17 November '17 0
Triathlon & Open Water

Find out the 5 tools a triathlete must always have in their bag

It is often said that you can tell a woman’s personality from what she carries in her bag… adapting that to triathletes, we might say that: “tell us what you …

Written by: arena coaches 14 November '17 0
Training & Technique

Learn all the different ways of using the Swim Keel!

The Swim Keel is an innovative arena training aid that will soon become an essential part of your training sessions. The Swim Keel is an innovative training aid patented by …

Written by: arena coaches 30 October '17 0
Training & Technique

Let’s learn how to turn

Just as important as working on your technical swimming skills, it is vital there is almost no break while performing turns for  a training session to be really effective. In …

Written by: arena coaches 3 October '17 0
Training & Technique

Swimming technique: 360° butterfly leg kick

An exercise to improve your feel for the water suitable for all ages. Everything complicated about being in the water can be summed up in the various aspects of the …

Written by: arena coaches 19 September '17 0
Training & Technique

How to write a training plan

An arena coach explains how to write a training plan. Here are all the tips you need to devise a training session to make the most of your time. In …

Written by: arena coaches 8 September '17 0
Training & Technique

The Long-distance Swimmer

What are the distinctive traits of an endurance athlete? What should you focus on in training? Just like a sprinter, an endurance athlete – somebody who churns out long distances …

Written by: arena coaches 29 August '17 0
Training & Technique

Not much time for training? Here are some exercises (in and out of the pool) specially for you! PART 4

Combined physical fitness/swim work-out by the pool for beginners and time-crunched swimmers Here is the fourth session designed for people who can only dedicate a few hours a week to …

Written by: arena coaches 14 August '17 0
Triathlon & Open Water

Everything you need to know about the triathlon

Are you thinking about doing a triathlon? This is where you start. Learn the basics! The Triathlon is an individual multi-discipline sport consisting of a swim, bike ride and run, …

Written by: arena coaches 11 August '17 0
Training & Technique

The Fantastic Four or the allure of the medley

Level: beginner The most interesting and difficult technicalities of all four swim strokes come together in the medley. In this particular race you must cover the set distance performing all …

Written by: arena coaches 26 July '17 0