The arena swimming blog

Training & Technique

Injuries, fatigue and prevention: how to train worry-free

Kinesio taping, cryotherapy and compression clothing. These new prevention methods can actually help you improve your sports performance. Over the last few years there has been plenty of scientific research …

Written by: arena coaches 17 June '17

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Triathlon & Open Water

ROAD TO KONA – Diary of an IRONMAN #4

Bipolar! I f I had to choose a word to define my state of mind recently it will be just that: BIPOLAR. Some days I feel invincible but others I …

Written by: Laura Strappaveccia 16 June '17

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Training & Technique

Backstroke technique, the importance of swimming single-arm backstroke

The single-arm technique, like for example swimming backstroke with one arm, allows swimmers to think about what they are doing in the water. Attention is focused on both their body …

Written by: arena coaches 6 June '17

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Training & Technique

3 simple exercises for strengthening your arms

We have already seen how to strengthen your lower limbs by performing exercises either in the pool and/or at the poolside. Using the same method, let’s see how we can …

Written by: arena coaches 31 May '17

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A Swimmer's life

5 Pool Rule Breaks Women are guilty off!

The brand new line of competitive swimming two-pieces launched by arena is geared towards our more edgy female athletes, as the collection’s name ‘RuleBreaker’ suggests. Its’ playful and colourful style …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 29 May '17

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Just for Women

Waterproof Makeup: Fact or Fiction?

Some waterproof makeup products are really only resistant to sweat, tears and the occasional splash, but others actually work for swimming. Have you ever worn makeup swimming and ended up …

Written by: Arena 27 May '17

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Triathlon & Open Water

The swim leg: three mistakes you must not make

Is it your first race? Here is some invaluable advice to help you avoid three mistakes that might have a negative impact on your performance … According to statistics, it …

Written by: Valeria Molfino 26 May '17

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A Swimmer's life

You wouldn’t understand unless you’re a swimmer: coaching children!

As is the case with many of my fellow swimmers, during my teenage years I developed an interest in coaching. Apparently training nine times a week just wasn’t enough pool …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 25 May '17

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Fitness & Wellness

Enjoying tough training

Training. Exertion. Dieting. Sweat. Sacrifices. Would I be right to think that most people shiver when they hear these words, overcome by laziness and already feeling tired? But this list …

Written by: Marzia Gasparetto 22 May '17

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Eau libre et Triathlon

L’importance de la nutrition dans la récupération

La nutrition après un exercice physique prolongé (plus de deux heures) est tout aussi importante que ce que vous mangez avant ou pendant l’effort physique. La question de la nutrition …

Written by: arena coaches 19 May '17

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