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Training & Technique

How to return to swimming after a break – Training plan #1

We have already seen that dry-land training can be useful when resuming swimming after a break, particularly when the pool is not available (Dryland training to get active again – …

Written by: arena coaches 1 September '25 0

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Training & Technique

Add Yoga to your swim workout!

It is becoming common, even among high-level athletes, to incorporate extra-pool workouts into the routine water training, the so-called “dryland training”. This includes training for all the aspects for which …

Written by: arena coaches 13 June '25 0

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Triathlon & Open Water

arena oceans clean-up mission with Healthy Seas and Andy Donaldson

We love water. We live water. That’s why we’re proud to continue our partnership with the Healthy Seas Foundation  in its mission to protect and clean the seas to safeguard the marine …

Written by: Arena 5 June '25 0

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Fitness & Wellness

4 exercises you can do anywhere to keep fit

Indoors or outdoors, at home or at the beach, here are 4 exercises to help you keep fit! No equipment needed. After all your hard work throughout the rest of …

Written by: Arena 22 May '25 0

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Fitness & Wellness

Outdoor Training: It’s Good for You!

Spring is here, and that means it’s time to get outside and move! Adding some open-air training to your routine, whether it’s running, riding your bike or doing yoga in …

Written by: Arena 21 March '25 0

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Triathlon & Open Water

Building a better future together

Our ambassador and ice swimming champion Bárbara Hernández talks about the importance of preserving glaciers, essential for humans and entire ecosystems. 

Written by: Arena 19 March '25 0

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Insider Advice

Towels and bathrobes: styles and characteristics

arena towels and bathrobes: composition and characteristics When it comes to bathrobes and towels for the pool, some people know exactly what they want but others do not know which …

Written by: Arena 1 March '25 0

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A Swimmer's life

4 New Year’s resolutions to apply to your swim training

The transition into a new year is often a time of self-reflection, especially for athletes looking to take their performance to the next level. Determining which habits to carry through …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 3 January '25 0

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Fitness & Wellness

What to Eat Before Swimming, No Matter When You Train

Swimmers have a special relationship with food. Generally speaking, it’s never a good idea to take a swimmer out for a meal because you’ll be stuck with a huge bill. …

Written by: arena coaches 1 January '25 0

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Triathlon & Open Water

It is time to train your legs!

In our previous articles we saw that a good kick is not just vital for sprinters but also for swimmers training for long-distance races. In this article we will give …

Written by: Arena 1 December '24 0

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