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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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A Swimmer's life

You’re a sprinter if…

I am always startled to find myself swimming against athletes who manage to swim incredibly fast times in races even though they are always the slowest in the lane at …

Written by: Valeria Molfino 26 August '16

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Triathlon & Open Water

Early season general training

July-August is holiday and physiological recovery time. Before beginning training for the new season, it is a good idea to follow a general physical training program (out of the water) …

Written by: arena coaches 24 August '16

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Training & Technique

Maximum strength training out of the water

We have already discussed the importance of strength training out of the water for a swimmer. We would now like to take both a theoretical and practical look at how …

Written by: Manuele Trezzi 23 August '16

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Fitness & Wellness

Summer in the City: Tips for Keeping Cool

If you’re sweltering in the city this summer, with no beach holiday in sight, here are a few ideas to help you stay cool when the temperatures soar. For centuries, …

Written by: Arena 19 August '16

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Triathlon & Open Water

Why triathletes should not underestimate the swim leg

The most incredible thing I have noticed during my career first as a triathlete and then as an Ironman is that triathletes almost never consider themselves to be swimmers. On …

Written by: arena coaches 17 August '16

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