Category: Training & Technique

Training & Technique

The 5th style: the underwater phase

The young swimmer Daichi Suzuki performed his own special underwater phase after the start and turn in the 100 m backstroke at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. More specifically, …

Written by: arena coaches 3 May '16 0
Swimmer doing some freestyle drills
Training & Technique

10 Freestyle Drills for Improved Technique and Endurance

Freestyle just might be some of the most fun you can have in the water. It’s the fastest stroke, which gives swimmers the best results they can wish for; smashing …

Written by: arena coaches 11 April '16 0
Training & Technique

Fifth stroke: the Strider Stroke

April Fools 🙂 Although the Strider Stroke is not an official stroke, we can offer you tips and advice on the other four. Check out the following Links:   Breaststroke …

Written by: Arena 1 April '16 0
Training & Technique

Be fast without rushing – Part One

Butterfly & Breaststroke Turns The turn plays an essential role in the stroke. If well performed, it can help you gain speed on each of the transitions and therefore help …

Written by: Nicolas Vannier 1 April '16 0
Training & Technique

How to perfect your breaststroke glide

“Not everyone is going to be an Olympic and world champion but there are elements that are key for every breaststroker be they club swimmers or elite” – Jon Rudd, swim …

Written by: Elizabeth Byrnes 29 March '16 0
Training & Technique

Mental Training for(not only!) swimmers

Swimming, like sports in general, provides an excellent excuse to talk about mental training. Mastering how to set goals, be resilient and learn how to do your very best will …

Written by: arena coaches 28 March '16 0
Training & Technique

USRPT, a new training theory comes from way back. (1st part)

You will certainly be wondering what these letters stand for, as I did when I first came across this new training theory. USRPT is the acronym for “Ultra Short Race …

Written by: arena coaches 24 March '16 0
Training & Technique

Medley in training: when, where, how and why

The main purpose of medley training is a matter of debate both among swimmers and their coaches. In actual fact the medley should not be seen as four separate strokes …

Written by: arena coaches 18 March '16 0
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Training & Technique

Build your Strength for a Better Swimming Performance Wherever You Are (Pull-Ups)

Here’s a way to improve your stroke without the need for special facilities or gym! If the last time I taught you to push to do the push-ups, today I …

Written by: Manuele Trezzi 16 March '16 0
Training & Technique

Butterfly: the importance of the leg kick

The butterfly is the most complicated stroke to swim properly, because it requires more stamina, greater flexible strength and better coordination. The first two are more closely interrelated for swimming …

Written by: arena coaches 16 February '16 0