Author: kturtenwald

Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor who loves to travel and see new places. Iceland is her favorite place to go and has begun to feel like a second home. She’s excited to share her knowledge and experience with others to make their time in Iceland more enjoyable.
Lifeguard Swimsuits Don’t Have to Be Boring

Lifeguard Swimsuits Don’t Have to Be Boring

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Lifeguard Swimwear
Give your team a sense of style with a Nike lifeguard bikini.

When most people think of lifeguards, they think of swimsuits that provide a lot of coverage and serve as more of a uniform than anything else. When it comes to the female lifeguards, you are more likely to think of the one piece tank swimsuits that are meant to set her apart from the other people who are on the beach or at the pool. Today, with the use of the Nike Guard 2pc swimsuit, you can really stand apart at the beach or pool while maintaining a sense of style with a Nike lifeguard bikini.

A Unique Design

Just because you are working as a lifeguard doesn’t mean you have to give up your sense of individuality. With a two piece lifeguard suit, you will be able to choose a design that is different from what most people consider to be a guard suit, making it a great way to showcase your personality instead of wearing the same thing as everyone else. The Nike Guard 2pc swimsuit offers a unique design with a tank-style top featuring thin straps that provide the utmost in support.

Color Options

In addition to offering a unique design, the Nike lifeguard bikini also offers more than the traditional red color for the suit. While red is still the most popular choice for lifeguards because it helps them stand out in a crowd, you don’t have to settle for anything plain. Nike offers their 2pc bikini in red with black accents or navy with red accents. Either choice is perfect for standing out on the beach or at the pool so everyone knows who is in charge.

Features

Understanding the features of the Nike lifeguard bikini is essential to making the right choice for your needs. This excellent option offers a fully-lined top, v-shaped lingerie straps to provide greater mobility, a low-rise bottom and drawstring waistline for the perfect fit.

With the word “Guard” printed in large letters across the front, the Nike Guard 2pc swimsuit is the perfect option for your female lifeguards. The unique design, color options and incredible features will offer the female members of your team greater versatility and a beautiful suit they can be proud to wear instead of having to settle for the traditional guard suit. You won’t have to battle with your guards to wear these suits while they are on the job.

Outfit Your Swim School with New Swim Gear

Outfit Your Swim School with New Swim Gear

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Swim Gear
Low-cost swim gear is essential to help your swimmers learn.

When you operate a swim school, it is important to make sure you have all the swim gear that is necessary to train people how to swim well. While your students will be responsible for their own basics, including swimwear and even goggles, you need to be able to stock up on the other training aids they will have to use. Being able to buy these in bulk at lower prices will ensure you have just what you and your swimmers need.

Kickboard

One of the first tools your new swimmers will need to use is a kickboard so they can learn the basics of kicking. Supplying enough kickboards for your class can be a large expense if you aren’t able to buy them in bulk. Your best option for keeping your costs low for this item is the Swim Stuff Kickboard 2.0, which is available in multiple colors at a low cost, especially when you buy more.

Swim Fins

Swim fins aren’t just for diving any more. Many swimmers use them to strengthen their leg muscles and work on their swimming techniques. When you need to purchase larger numbers of swim fins, the Swim Stuff Rubber Swim Fins can be one of the best options to keep your prices low, while having functional fins to help your swimmers learn.

Pull Floats

Another useful tool for swimmers is the pull floats. These floats position between the swimmer’s knees, keeping his legs stationary so he can work on his upper body technique. However, you don’t have to spend a lot of money on pull floats to use with your entire team or class. The Swim Stuff 2.0 Junior Pull Float is the perfect option to allow you to provide each of your swimmers with one of these useful tools to use while they are at the pool.

Fitness Barbells

Strength is an important component for all swimmers. One of the best ways to build this strength is through the use of aqua fitness barbells, such as the Swim Stuff Aqua Fitness Barbells. These barbells can be used by everyone who comes to your swim school to partake in exercises that will help them build the strength they need to perform well in the water.

With the use of the right equipment, swimmers can become better than ever in the water. When it is your responsibility to provide all this equipment, you need to find ways to cut your costs by buying these items in bulk without sacrificing quality.

 

Swimwear and Goggles for Kids Learning to Swim

Swimwear and Goggles for Kids Learning to Swim

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Youth Swimwear
The right swimwear and goggles is important to learning how to swim.

With summer fast approaching, many parents are signing their kids up for swim lessons so they can feel more confident in their child’s abilities in the water. However, it is important for parents to be aware of what their children will need for these lessons. Most parents simply buy any swimsuit for their child and that is it. Whether you want your child to become involved in competitive swimming or you just want him to know how to handle himself in the water, the proper swimwear and goggles are important to his success.

Girl’s Swimwear

If you have a girl, you need to look for a swimsuit that provides the coverage every girl should have without interfering with her ability to move in the water. Speedo makes a large line of girl’s swimsuits that make the perfect option for those swimming lessons, allowing you to choose the right style, design and colors that will make any girl happy to wear the suit.

Boy’s Swimwear

Likewise, you need to be able to provide the right swimwear for your boys. When it comes to boy’s swimwear, you will find more options than you will with girl’s swimwear, but this is due to the variations in boy’s styles, including the jammer and the brief. You will also find a variety of designs and colors from which to choose.

Goggles

An important element for your child’s swimming lessons is the goggles you choose. There are many options when it comes to goggles, including the cheap ones you can pick up at any local store. However, it is best to choose from the better models to ensure they do the job correctly and last for a longer period of time. Some of the best options for kids, especially beginners, include the Speedo Skoogles Swim Goggles and the TYR Swimple Googles.Both come in a variety of colors so you can match them to your child’s suit.

Starting swimming lessons can be an exciting experience for kids. However, it is important for parents to choose the right equipment for their child. This includes choosing appropriate swimwear that will last a long time and fits your child’s preferences, as well as goggles that will help him be able to see clearly in the water as he learns how to swim. The right equipment makes the process go more smoothly and can even be a great introduction to competitive swimming.

The Fastskin LZR Elite Now Comes in New Colors

The Fastskin LZR Elite Now Comes in New Colors

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Competitive Swimwear
Enjoy the fun new colors in the Speedo LZR Elite Line.

The Speedo Fastskin LZR Elite competitive swimwear is an amazing suit that is preferred by many swimmers. With its exclusive design and the perfect fit for many swimmers, this swimwear makes the perfect option. However, in the past, the men’s and women’s versions of these suits were only available in black. While this is a perfectly suitable color, whether you are practicing or competing, many swimmers want the ability to choose something different. Today, the Fastskin LZR Elite swimwear is available in several new colors to best outfit any swimmer.

Speedo LZR Elite Jammer

The Speedo LZR Elite Jammer is the perfect option for men who are looking for the perfect fit and compression in the water. Made from the LZR Pulse material, swimmers can choose from the traditional black or the new attractive combination of black and green or navy and raspberry. This fabulous male competitive swimwear features bonded seams that make it easier to swim through the water at a much faster rate than other types of seams that can actually slow you down in the water. These suits are FINA approved and may be used for high school and NCAA competitive swimming.

Speedo LZR Elite Recordbreaker Kneeskin

For the females, the Speedo LZR Elite Recordbreaker Kneeskin is an excellent option. Made from the same versatile material as the male version of this top competitive swimwear, the female version is also available in black, black and green or navy and raspberry. In addition to the bonded seams and water repellant and chlorine resistant properties, this competitive swimwear features a 3D three-piece pattern that makes it fit better than many of the other swimwear options on the market. Women will enjoy the high levels of comfort, as well as the ease with which they will move through the water when wearing this remarkable suit.

Finding the perfect competitive swimwear is critical to ensure your success in the water. While the Speedo LZR Elite has been a popular suit for some time, it was previously only available in black, making it difficult to choose this suit over the other fun options that were available in other types of suits. However, swimmers today can choose from the new fun color combinations of black and green or navy and raspberry to obtain the benefits of the Speedo LZR Elite, as well as the ability to show some personality with your chosen colors.

New Speedo Guard Swimsuits

New Speedo Guard Swimsuits

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Lifeguard Swimsuits
Enjoy the new options in Speedo lifeguard swimwear.

Lifeguards are the eyes and ears of the swimming pool. They need to be ready at a moment’s notice to help someone in need. Today, there are a variety of swimsuits available for those who protect at the pool, each of which has its own benefits. The basics for anyone to look for in a suit for a guard are comfort, flexibility and of course, style.

The New Speedo Guard Swimsuits

The Speedo Guard Flyback Swimsuit offers a new take on the standard red guard suit. Featuring thin straps and a stylish open back, it’s the perfect suit for the person who wants a bit of style. Made from Speedo’s flexible and lightweight Endurance Lite fabric, this suit offers comfort, flexibility and style, everything a female guard could want.

The Speedo Guard Energy Back Swimsuit offers even more style for the female guard. Made from the same lightweight Endurance Lite fabric, this suit offers fast drying to keep her comfortable after diving into the water, rather than having to sit in a dripping wet suit all afternoon. This suit offers even more variation on the standard guard attire with its blue, thin straps that lead to an open back and stylish splashes of white on each side.

The New Speedo Guard Bikinis

For the guard who wants to wear a stylish bikini yet still have the style of a lifeguard, the new Speedo guard bikinis are the perfect choice. The Speedo Guard Thin Strap Top has the same look of the standard one-piece suit with white guard lettering, thin, blue straps and a halter style. The Speedo Guard Hipster is the perfect addition to this top, with its matching blue hips with contrasting red bottom with a semi-high cut to keep those pesky tan lines away.  For the guard who wants a little more coverage, the Speedo Guard Swim Short offers a stylish look with the same blue and red colors but with a little more coverage to keep her comfortable.

The benefit of all the new Speedo Guard swimsuits is their perfect fit to allow for seamless movements in the water, combined with the quick drying fabric that allows guards to feel comfortable all day long. The styles and even the colors guards are able to wear today have come a long way in recent years, making it possible for every female to embrace her own style while still looking professional and able to jump in and save someone at a moment’s notice.

The Best Learn-to-Swim Training Aids

The Best Learn-to-Swim Training Aids

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Swim Gear
Swim goggles are an important piece of gear for children.

Teaching kids to swim is one of the most important skills they can learn. Not only will it give them the ability to have fun at the beach, in the ocean and at neighborhood pools, it could also serve as a life-saving skill. Understanding the basic swimming techniques will help your child become confident in the water, enabling him to swim for fun or even begin competing and making a hobby out of this exceptional method of exercise. In order to teach swimming techniques, there are a variety of learn-to-swim training aids that are necessary.

Swim Fins

Swim fins, such as the Swim Stuff Rubber Swim Fins, are the perfect choice for the beginner swimmer. Swim fins are meant to teach the proper kicking technique to those who are just starting out, whether kids or adults. The long, rubber fin makes it easy to progress even the lightest kick into a powerful forward thrust, giving swimmers a competitive advantage. The full foot coverage of this fin makes it a natural extension of a child’s leg, making it simple to use.

Goggles

Swim goggles are more than an accessory; they actually protect children’s eyes while in the water. The chlorine and other chemicals in the pool can interfere with a child’s ability to focus in the water, forcing him to avoid focusing on his swim strokes and more on being able to see. Choose from a variety of goggles that include features, such as adjustable straps, expanded side view and soft frames, as well as UV and anti-fog protection.

Kickboards

The kickboard is the perfect way to help a beginning swimmer focus solely on his leg movements. With the arms staying stagnant while holding the kickboard, ample focus can be paid to the legs, how hard they are kicking and the form they are using. Kickboards are popular in learn-to-swim programs and vary from basic boards, such as the TYR Jr. Kickboard, to the elaborate, such as the Arena Kickboard Pro, which offers a hydrodynamic shape and different hand positions to make it easy for even the youngest swimmer to use in the water.

New swimmers in learn-to-swim programs need a variety of accessories to help them perfect their swimming skills. Whether you choose to use one or all of these training aids, they are sure to help your child perfect his swimming skills, whether to learn a life-saving skill or to take into a competitive swimming hobby.

The Most Important Gear for Summer Water Aerobics

The Most Important Gear for Summer Water Aerobics

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment

Water aerobics is a great way to exercise to increase muscle mass or even lose weight without putting any strain on the joints. Even people who suffer from various injuries and illnesses and are unable to weight lift, jog or even do aerobics on land are able to enjoy the weightless benefits of working out in the water. In order to maximize your time working out in the pool, there are certain accessories you should purchase.

Barbells

To add resistance for your arms while working out in the water, there are a variety of water barbells available, such as the Speedo Aqua Fitness Barbells. What sets these barbells apart from others is their EVA foam construction that resists damage from chlorine and lightweight structure to make them easy to take with you. They are the perfect way to provide flotation assistance, as well as resistance in the water.

Jog Belt

A jog belt is a must-have for anyone who participates in water aerobics. Perfect for deep water workouts, these belts give you the help you need with flotation, as well as provides back support during your workouts. The Speedo Aqua Fitness Jogbelt offers an adjustable waist up to 48 inches, making a perfect fit for anyone.

Aqua Gloves

For maximum resistance and higher levels of workouts in the water, add a pair of aqua gloves to your workout gear this summer. The TYR Elite Fitness Gloves offer double-sided neoprene webbed construction to give you even more resistance in the water. With an adjustable wrist and the ability for your fingertips and thumbs to touch the water, you can feel the water as you move through it, burning calories and increasing muscle mass with each movement.

Water Shoes

Just as you would want proper support while working out on land, you need support in the water. Choose a pair of water aerobics shoes that are lightweight, offer traction and are made from quick drying material to keep you comfortable in and out of the water. The Speedo Hydro Trainer Water Shoe offers maximum ventilation, a perfect rubber sole for traction and Speedo foam for comfort.

Fitness Kickboards

Kick up your leg workouts with fitness kickboards that are designed to keep your arms stable while your legs do all of the work. The Speedo Adult Swim Kickboard is made from EVA foam and is the perfect size for any adult trying to focus on their legwork and maximizing muscle mass in their legs alone.

Proper Swimsuit

Of course, no water aerobic workout would be appropriate without the right chlorine-resistant swimsuit. You should look for a swimsuit that offers comfort, flexibility and the right material to resist fading and wear and tear from chlorine. This will allow you to avoid restrictions during your workout, while offering long-term wear.

Choose the Right Water Aerobics Swimwear for Your Workouts

Choose the Right Water Aerobics Swimwear for Your Workouts

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Women's Fitness Swimwear
A shirred suit can provide the perfect combination of coverage and support in fitness swimwear.

Water aerobics offers a great way to get fit in the water, especially during the hot, summer months. Before you start your water aerobics class, it is important to purchase the right gear. Among the accessories to help you with flotation and resistance in the water, you will need to focus on finding the right water aerobics swimwear to maximize your workout even further.

Greater Coverage

For the women who are self-conscious about how they look in the water, there are a variety of swimsuits that offer maximum coverage yet do not resist flexibility in the water. The modesty panels they provide give you maximum coverage in the thigh and chest area to make you feel less self-conscious and enable you to focus on your workout efforts. Look for a suit that is made with Chloroban Polyester to resist fading and premature wearing from chlorine and other chemicals.

Less Coverage

For the women who are less self-conscious, there are a variety of fitness swimsuits available that offer moderate coverage. You will still receive the same coverage on the top,with the perfect amount of support in the chest area. The main difference is in the thigh area, where there is less swimsuit coverage, providing you with even more flexibility in the water. There are a variety of solids and prints available, but it is important to ensure the material the suit is made from resists chlorine.

Shirred Tank

The Speedo Shirred Tank Swimsuit offers the perfect combination between moderate coverage and a flattering fit for those women who are more self-conscious about their abdomen than their thighs. With the same cut in the thighs as the moderate swimsuits, the shirred tank offers a flattering shirred material from the top to the bottom on the front of the suit to provide a flattering look to any figure. With thick straps and a high back, this suit offers maximum support while looking incredibly stylish.

When you are looking for the perfect water aerobics swimwear, always keep in mind the material that makes up the suit. You want one that offers chlorine resistance, as well as longevity to give you many uses out of your investment. In addition, you will need to determine the type of style you want, including maximum coverage, moderate coverage or a combination of both with the shirred tank.

The Benefits of Custom Swim Team Suits for Your Competitive Team

The Benefits of Custom Swim Team Suits for Your Competitive Team

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Custom Swimwear
Custom swimwear can help unit your team.

When you are looking for the perfect swimwear for your competitive swim team, there are many factors you need to consider. Finding the perfect suit that offers reduced drag, the perfect fit and colors that complement your team’s colors are important. If you want to take your team spirit a step further, you can purchase custom swim team suits that portray your team name and team logo right on the front. This allows your team to feel united and helps boost morale as they head into their tough competitions.

Perfect Fit

The way custom swimwear fits your swimmers could greatly impact their swimming abilities. If they wear custom swim suits that do not offer a close fit with compression panels in all the pertinent areas, they will not reduce the amount of drag they experience. This could cause their swimming skills to suffer simply because of what they are wearing. Certain parts of the body cause unnecessary resistance in the water. Without the proper custom printed swimsuits, that drag will still be apparent. This does not mean all swimmers have to wear the same suit; there are a variety of brands and styles available to meet every unique taste. What is most important is finding the right suit for every swimmer.

Quality Material

In addition to a perfect fit, you should make sure the suits your swimmers wear are made of quality materials. This will help the suits last for a long period of time without wearing out or fading. At the least, you want to makes sure the suits are chlorine-resistant to avoid premature fading and a decrease in the team’s overall appeal. In addition, you should look for material that offers shape retention, along with incredible comfort.

Creating Unity

When you purchase swim suits for your entire team, you probably want to purchase a uniform color for everyone who shows off your team spirit. While it is probably rather easy to find suits that complement your team’s colors, you can take it a step further by having the suits customized. Whether you choose to have your team’s name, logo or both printed on the front of the suit, you will present a united front when you enter your next competition wearing team logo swimsuits. In addition, if you have swimmers who have unique needs and prefer a specific brand or style suit, you can have it printed with your team name and logo to make them look and feel like part of the team.

Custom Swim Caps Are Perfect for Entire Swim Teams

Custom Swim Caps Are Perfect for Entire Swim Teams

by kturtenwald ♥ 0 Leave a Comment
Swim Team Caps
You can customize swim team caps for your entire team.

When you consider your swim team’s apparel, the swim caps they wear should be considered. Not only is it a good way to ensure everyone is wearing a quality cap, it also gives your team a uniform look, especially when you purchase custom swim caps with your team’s name or logo on it. Swim team caps are meant to reduce the amount of drag swimmers experience to speed up their times. As an added benefit, it also helps protect their hair from chlorine and other chemicals in the pool. It is essential for every member of your team to wear a cap, especially during competition. Choose those that will offer your team a uniform look and intimidate your opposing teams.

Custom Latex Caps

Swim team latex caps are the thinner of the swim cap choices. Many swimmers prefer the thinner material, making them feel less weighed down in the water. Because they are thinner than other caps, they do retain less heat, enabling your swimmers to feel more comfortable overall. It is important to understand they are less durable than the silicone option. As long as your team is aware that proper care is necessary, it could last for a long time. If your swim team is on a budget, custom latex caps are a good choice because they offer affordable yet durable protection.

Custom Silicone Caps

Team silicone caps offer the most durability out of any swim team caps available. If your team takes proper care of their caps, they can last for many years. Not only are they durable, they also offer a more stable position on the head with little slipping. This makes it a more comfortable choice for many swimmers.

Customizations

The type of team swim caps you choose will determine the type of customization you can get. The printed swim caps are typically available in a large number of colors, enabling you to choose the color that matches your team’s color. In addition, you can have your team name or logo imprinted on the caps in a variety of colors. The silicone caps have more versatility when it comes to customizations, but either type of custom swim caps offer protection and team spirit all in one product.