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A Swimmer's life

Is there any point in listening to music before you dive into the pool?

We have often seen Chad Le Clos, Katinka Hosszú and lots of the world’s best swimmers listening to music before they climb onto the starting blocks. The question is, how can …

Written by: Arturo Mugnai 20 February '18

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Training & Technique

Dryland training to get active again

After the holidays, which you’ve most likely spent being lazy and eating, getting back into your workout routine can be quite difficult. We’re not distinguishing between winter holidays, summer vacations or …

Written by: arena coaches 16 February '18

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Fitness & Wellness

Swimming is good for your heart!

Find out all the cardiovascular benefits of swimming. Swimming is the most beneficial sport of all for both your body and mind: it keeps you fit and improves your overall …

Written by: Marco Borreca 14 February '18

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Events & Competitions

Three tips to recover like a pro

We all know how it works. We train hour after hour, day after day for a championship meet that literally takes everything out of our bodies. Once we’re finished, we …

Written by: Michael Coiner 9 February '18

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Training & Technique

3 drills to improve your swim pace

Swimming at the right pace is vital for any swimmer. It does not just allow you to save energy but also to be more efficient throughout the entire forward propulsion …

Written by: arena coaches 30 January '18

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A Swimmer's life

Short Course or Long Course, which side are you on?

It’s official – we have welcomed in the new year, and with it the next portion of the swim season: the *dramatic pause* long course season. For some athletes, those …

Written by: Rebecca Gillis 26 January '18

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Training & Technique

How to develop an efficient freestyle kick

Developing an efficient freestyle kick can be broken down into various elements. In this article, we’ll and focus on each of them, explaining how to train you will become a …

Written by: arena coaches 23 January '18

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Fitness & Wellness

Swimming in Cold Water: Wise or Foolish?

Cold water swimming can be dangerous if you’re not acclimatized, but if you train, your body will adapt and you may be able to enjoy health benefits. A New Year’s …

Written by: Arena 19 January '18

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Backstroke start technique: swimmer in a backstroke starting position

Training & Technique

A beginner’s guide to the backstroke start

Level: Beginner The backstroke is different from all the other styles: it mainly involves your back muscles rather than your chest muscles and, above all, you cannot just “follow” the …

Written by: arena coaches 16 January '18

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Fitness & Wellness

Swim Drill designed to burn off those calories

It can seem daunting, getting back in to shape in the New Year with all the other things you’ve promised yourself you’ll be doing. Short consistent workouts are the best …

Written by: Leila Vaziri 2 January '18

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