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Training & Technique

Top 10 Breaststroke Drills to Improve Your Swim

Did you know that a primitive form of breaststroke is believed to be the very first movement performed by a human being to move forward through the water? So, the …

Written by: arena coaches 3 April '23

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Triathlon & Open Water

Most common ocean plastic seen on the swim

Each side of the island receives ocean debris. The East side is definitely the worst hit, it has the pleasure of bearing the brunt of the prevailing North Easterly winds. …

Written by: Oly Rush 24 March '23

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Triathlon & Open Water

The Grand Swim – 5 Highs & 5 Lows

The Grand swim was an event that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Even now, a few months on, it is impossible to put into words how …

Written by: Oly Rush 3 March '23

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Insider Advice

arena’s tips for choosing the right lenses for your goggles

How to choose lenses for arena goggles The lenses for arena goggles are not all the same. Choose the ideal style and colour for your specific needs! When choosing swimming …

Written by: Arena 27 February '23

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Insider Advice

How to choose a sports bra

arena sports bras: how do you choose the right one? When choosing a sports bra, it is extremely important to bear in mind what kind of exercise you will be …

Written by: Arena 24 January '23

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Insider Advice

arena’s range of swim bags and backpacks for the pool

arena swim bags The most important feature of a swim bag is how much it holds. So, what are the alternatives? And what uses can be made of bags and …

Written by: Arena 20 January '23

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Triathlon & Open Water

The Grand Swim

“The reason I undertook The Grand Swim was to raise money and awareness about the ever present issue the oceans face.” (Oly Rush) Miles: 60 miles 95.5km | Air Temperature: …

Written by: Oly Rush 13 December '22

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Triathlon & Open Water

A step by step guide to being a more responsible open water swimmer

Being open water swimmers, we get to see the destruction of the natural habitat first hand. The pace at which we move through the water allows us to take a …

Written by: Oly Rush 30 September '22

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Fitness & Wellness

Fitness at the Beach, part 1 – Getting Exercise on a Beach Holiday

If you’re on a beach holiday with family or friends who just want to relax, you can still get some exercise. Here are a few activities you can do on …

Written by: Arena 8 July '22

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Fitness & Wellness

Running and Swimming: calorie-burning work-outs for the summer

Sport is essential for getting in shape for the summer. So how can you burn fat and calories by swimming and running? Here’s a training plan for the summer. One …

Written by: arena coaches 27 June '22

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