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Top 10 Open Water Swims that are a must to try

Open Water Swimming is now more popular than ever, whether you go every week or are a beginner we asked Triathlete Beau Smith what his 10 top places for open water swimming are in the North West of england, here’s what he had to say –

As a Triathlete I would always recommend that any athlete should practise swimming in open water before they take on an open water triathlon. But where can you go to swim open water? Whilst it may not be as warm, I believe open water swimming gives interest and variety that swimming in a pool simply doesn’t offer. You may be new to open water or maybe you’re training for a triathlon, or perhaps you just want to head to some new locations.

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Cardiff Sprint Distance Triathlon – Beau Smith

The Cardiff Triathlon was both a successful and enjoyable event for me in several ways. Firstly I was able to support and see in action an athlete I’ve been coaching for six months now, racing in the standard distance event. It was great to see how Milo put in to practice some of the things we’ve been working on and put together a great race. There was once again a strong Racepace team spirit with four athletes racing and we all enjoyed watching England win 6-1 after the event to top off a great day!Read More >
Slateman Triathlon Race Report

While the Slateman Triathlon is still a relatively early season event I had done some good, specific preparation for it and in the days before the race, I was raring to go! The invaluable, helpful team around me had all assisted in the preparation leading to me feeling very ready to go. Read More >
Open Water Triathlon Tips – Beau Smith

It’s that time of year again when event organisers deem the British open water venues to be warm enough to host races – it’s unlikely to be warm though! If you’re taking on your first open water triathlon, what can you do to prepare?Read More >
Brand New Partnership

arena UK is pleased to announce the signing of Plymouth Leander Swimming Club to the arena team.

Over the years, Plymouth Leander has nurtured swimmers at every level – from youngsters starting out to Olympic and World Champions. They have grown in size and reputation but strive to develop and encourage grass roots swimming as well as elite performance. Read More >
Race report – West Lancs Triathlon 2018

Sunday 8th April

“The West Lancs Triathlon is one of the earliest triathlons in the area and the impressive, modern campus of Edge Hill University was a great location to kick off my 2018 multisport season. Read More >
A Big Welcome to Our Newest Triathlete- Beau Smith

Exciting news…….

We are pleased, here at Solo Sports, to announce we will be supporting up and coming triathlete Beau Smith in 2018. We will be supporting Beau and all his swimming needs with arena training equipment and wetsuits for competing in events across the UK and in Europe.Read More >
What is the difference?

Arena have a range of products and accessories but do you know the difference between them? This blog features some of the more popular accessories, how to use them and what the difference actually is.

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Too Hot To Work Out? We’ve got you covered

Whether it’s summer or winter, spring or autumn, if you’re an athlete, gym lover, yogi, runner or whoever else you’re going to want to work out. Exercise is an important thing and you won’t want to miss out just because it’s a bit too warm.

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Blog from Open Water

Standing on the sandy Copacabana beach with a crowd of both coaches and spectators waiting behind a fence line, I watched the elite swimmers looking surprisingly relaxed in the shade waiting to be called into the water. Strong winds and surf had only recently destroyed the start and feeding pontoons.Read More >