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Fitness & Wellness

A precious alley for swimmers – Stretching BEFORE training

Let’s see what you should do during those few minutes before training! Your training session begins at 8 p.m. but you are already at the poolside by 7.45 and you …

Written by: Manuele Trezzi 3 October '16

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Fitness & Wellness

Swimming: age does not count!

You can exercise at any age and there are certainly no age limits on swimming at the pool. Swimming could (and should) play a significant role in counteracting the natural …

Written by: Marco Borreca 30 September '16

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Swim Tech

Activity trackers for swimming (part 2) – 5 questions to help you make the right choice

I have to confess: it took me longer than expected to get a proper grasp of what the market has to offer and what I myself really need (Do you …

Written by: Filippo Antoniello 20 September '16

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Fitness & Wellness

Night Swimming in Open Water

Swimming at night in open water can be a magical experience. Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind before you jump into the lake or ocean. There’s …

Written by: Arena 16 September '16

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Elite Team

Meet the stars in Rome!

We are giving 10 lucky members of our community the chance to meet a few of our swim champions, including Adam Peaty and Chad le Clos at a press conference …

Written by: Arena 15 September '16

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Elite Team

Me and the coach – Sarah Sjostrom floats like a cork!

When four-time world champion Sarah Sjostrom set a new world record in the 50m butterfly in July 2014, it was – says her coach Carl Jenner – the “closest thing …

Written by: Elizabeth Byrnes 12 September '16

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Just for Women

7 Tips for Getting Back in Shape After the Summer Holidays

We all love holidays, and they can be great for rejuvenating mind, body and soul, but sometimes the accumulated effects of too much alcohol, lots of big restaurant meals, sleep …

Written by: Arena 9 September '16

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Fitness & Wellness

Too Busy to Exercise? Take Advantage of Your Children’s Sports

Busy parents who find it hard to exercise can sometimes take advantage of their children’s sports activities to work out at the same time and place. There’s just not enough …

Written by: Arena 6 September '16

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Triathlon & Open Water

How to plan triathlon training sessions: winning strategies

Planning a triathlete’s season (age grouper*) can be a tricky challenge. Incorporating three sessions in the pool, three sessions on the bike and three sessions of running in one single …

Written by: arena coaches 2 September '16

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Fitness & Wellness

Choosing the Perfect Pool

Finding the right swimming facility can make training much more enjoyable, so be sure to assess these key characteristics when choosing a pool. If you’re fortunate enough to have a …

Written by: Arena 30 August '16

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