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Speedo Solid Flyback Training Swimsuit Now Available in More Colors

Speedo Solid Flyback Training Swimsuit Now Available in More Colors

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The Speedo Solid Flyback training swimsuit now comes in even more colors.

The Speedo Solid Flyback training swimsuit is the perfect swimsuit for maximum support without restricted motion. Made from top quality material that is made to last through many uses and washes, this Speedo swimsuit is perfect for swim team participants or those who work out in the water on a daily basis for fitness. You don’t have to worry about fading or stretching, no matter how many times you wear this great swimsuit. With thin straps over the shoulder for maximum movement in the water, yet maximum support across the back, swimmers of all ages and sizes love the support this suit provides. Now it is available in even more colors!

Solid

If you are looking for a solid swimsuit in all one color, the Speedo Solid Flyback comes in solid black or solid sapphire for a uniform look. The black swimsuit offers a sleek style for women of all sizes and shapes. Many women prefer black swimsuits because it is by far the most flattering color. The new sapphire swimsuit is another solid color that is less muted than black but still offers a flattering color for any figure.

Neutral Colors

For the perfectly neutral yet contrasting colors teams can choose from black and white or navy and white. These two standard colored suits are perfect for the modest swimmers who do not want to draw a lot of attention to themselves but want to look put together and uniform.

Black

For swimmers who want to capitalize on the flattery a solid black suit offers but don’t want to be completely dressed in black, Speedo offers black swimsuits with colored straps and outlines to give your suit a little attitude. You can choose from blue, pink, red or the new bright green outline on your flattering black suit to get the style of black with a little excitement in various colors. The bright green makes the boldest statement, but any of the colors add the perfect amount of excitement to any of these great suits.

More Colors

If you wish to venture away from the neutral, solid colors, you can also choose from navy with a red outline or the new charcoal with a pink outline, giving women a chance to embrace their femininity while swimming.

Speedo offers women a large variety of colors and styles when it comes to competitive swimsuits. The Speedo Solid Flyback is offered in a wide range of colors, making it possible for schools to match their team colors or for women to pick the color that matches their personality or one that flatters their figure the most.

Support Breast Cancer Research with Special Merchandise

Support Breast Cancer Research with Special Merchandise

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Support breast cancer research through Breaststroke 4 Hope.

Breast cancer awareness has become a major cause in the fight to save more women’s lives. Just about everywhere you go, you will be able to find something you can purchase that provides you with the opportunity to purchase something that will send a portion of the proceeds to breast cancer research. Whether you know someone who has been affected by breast cancer, you have been affected yourself or you want to support the cause, you can purchase special swim items to support the efforts.

Swimsuits

You can show your support of the cause with a new swimsuit you can wear while you practice, during your leisure swims or even during meets. There are several suits available that show your support of the cause, including the Speedo Graphic Daisy Flyback suit in pink, the Speedo Spliced Energy Back in black and pink, the Speedo Piped Moderate Ultraback in black and the Speedo Voyager Splice two-piece in black and pink for women. Men can opt for the Speedo Solid Jammer in black with pink accents.

T-Shirts

Those who would prefer to wear a t-shirt to show their support for the cause, there are several options from which to choose. Each shirt comes in a combination of pink and black or white and pink. The shirts feature slogans, such as “Breast Team Ever” and “Breaststroke 4 Hope.” Both men’s and women’s options are available.

Swim Gear

There are several swim gear options you can also purchase to send your support for breast cancer research. You can choose from several swim caps and swim goggles that will lend a portion of their proceeds to this important research. Each of these items comes in pink, allowing you to show your support with the colors known to represent breast cancer research. When you wear these items, everyone will know you support breast cancer research.

Breast cancer is something that has touched so many people. Whether it has had a direct impact on your life or not, it is an important cause to support because of the odds of it touching your life at some point. When you purchase any of these special swim items, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful pink items that let everyone know you have supported the cause. You will also be sending a portion of the proceeds to the research so that someday, there may be a cure.

Best Swim Team Suit of 2012

Best Swim Team Suit of 2012

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The Speedo Rapid Splice is the top swim team suit of 2012.

Each year, the top names in competitive swimwear introduce new swimsuits that are meant to outshine the suits of the previous year. As the year wears on, some of the new swimsuits clearly begin to outshine the others in popularity and performance.  For 2012, the best swim team suits that have risen above the rest of the field was the Speedo Rapid Splice suit for both men and women, providing swimmers with the competitive edge in the water.

Speedo Rapid Splice Energy Back

For the women, the Speedo Rapid Splice Energy Back proved to be the best swim team suit of 2012. This suit was designed in Xtra Life Lycra Fiber that provides the best fit over a longer period of time. The suit features thin straps for the least resistance in the water, as well as the perfect support and freedom of motion while you swim. The fabric from which the suit is made offers more than just the perfect fit over the long-term. It is also resistant to deterioration and holds its shape for much longer than Spandex. The Xtra Life Lycra Fiber is also resistant to sunscreen, chlorine and perspiration, which means you won’t need to buy a new one too quickly. It is available in seven colors.

Speedo Rapid Splice Jammer

The Speedo Rapid Splice Jammer is the male version of this high-quality, top swim team suit of 2012. Like the women’s version, the men’s jammer is made from the Xtra Life Lycra Fabric, making it a long-lasting suit that will hold its shape and won’t wear down too quickly. This makes it one of the most effective competitive swimsuits for men that will allow you freedom of motion in the water. When your swimsuit isn’t holding you back, it is allowing you to move forward and perform better than ever. The men’s Speedo Rapid Splice is available in eight color combinations.

Being the best swimsuit of the year requires a piece of swimwear to hold up under the harsh conditions of training and competitive swimming. For 2012, the swimsuit that came out on top is the Speedo Rapid Splice, available in the women’s Energy Back and the men’s Jammer. This suit is available in a wide range of colors, allowing swim teams to choose just the right color to create a uniform look for the entire team. See for yourself what makes the Speedo Rapid Splice such a great swim team suit.

Important Swimming Equipment for Triathlons

Important Swimming Equipment for Triathlons

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Having the proper gear is essential for participating in a triathlon.

If you are training to participate in a triathlon, there is certain swimming equipment you want to invest in to ensure a successful swimming portion of your event. It takes more than training to swim your fastest or to perfect your strokes. The equipment you choose will have a large bearing on the success of your event.

Swimsuit

The swimsuit you choose plays a major role in your swimming times. You need to purchase competitive swimwear because it fits differently than your standard swimsuit. When you look for the right suit, search for one that offers the least amount of resistance against the water. The suit should fit perfectly, allowing the water to glide off you as it does a shark. Your suit should not weigh you down and should be breathable. It should also offer the perfect amount of compression in the stomach, thighs and chest to allow you to seamlessly glide through the water.

Wetsuit

If your event will take place in open water, such as the ocean or a lake, you want a wetsuit that will protect your body against the cold temperatures of the water. Check with the officials of the event when registering to ensure wetsuits are allowed before purchasing one.

Goggles

The right pair of goggles is essential to your success in the event. Your vision has a bearing on how fast you swim; if you cannot see 100 percent, you will not swim your best because you will not be sure of where you are headed. The chlorine in pool water can also damage your eyes, restricting your vision. Look for goggles that are airtight, not allowing any water in, as well as those that have an adjustable strap for a secure fit.

Swimming Cap

The swim cap can keep your hair from restricting your swimming movements, allowing you to swim faster. Look for a swim cap that is tight fitting but comfortable, allowing you to have fluid movement in the water without having to worry about your hair getting in the way.

Pull Buoy

As you train for the triathlon, a pull buoy is a great piece of swimming equipment to use to give you the strength you need to last throughout the entire event. The pull buoy is used to increase your upper body strength by helping your legs to float and forcing your upper body to do all the work.

Arena White Hot Carbon Pro Limited Edition Suit Now Available

Arena White Hot Carbon Pro Limited Edition Suit Now Available

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Arena Carbon Pro Kneeskin in whiteThe wait is over! The “White Hot” Arena Carbon Pro racing swimsuits are now available for purchase. This is the same suit that was worn in the 2012 London Olympics by top athletes like Rebecca Soni. The white and red Arena Carbon Pro Kneeskin and Jammers are unlike any other technical racing swimsuit on the market.

Be one of the super exclusive to own your very own super fast Arena White Hot Carbon Pro Open Back Kneeskin racing swimsuit. The “white hot” colorway was specifically designed for the Arena swimmers in London. This suit is a white base color with gray carbon yarn weaved into the base fabric and features shiny red flames. The flames are above the main muscle groups emphasizing the muscular power of the athlete and the internal construction of the suit.

The Powerskin Carbon-Pro is Arena’s revolutionary new racing swimsuit, the first of its kind to incorporate carbon fiber into the weave of the swimsuit fabric. Launched in February 2012, Powerskin Carbon-Pro is the product of a collaborative effort between Arena and its scientific network.

Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Open Back Kneeskin female racing suit, the first racing suit integrating a carbon cage

Arena Carbon Pro Jammer in White Hot color

to deliver Intelligent muscle compression, combined with unprecedented fit. Compression in a competition suit is associated with increased support, efficiency and power, but high compression can have a restricting effect on movement. The swimmer in motion is also a dynamic form with complex requirements for support and compression. How can you get more of the benefits of compression, without its drawbacks? Squeezing the swimmer harder will not help! To deliver a breakthrough solution to the compression challenge, arena has incorporated carbon fibre into the weave of the Arena Carbon Pro fabric. Known for its unique structural and mechanical properties, the carbon fibre locks down when and where a critical stretch level is reached, while retaining the suits elasticity. This delivers a ramp-up in compression on those specific overextended zones, increasing support and control where and when they are needed without detracting from the swimmers mobility. The Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro White Hot Jammer and kneeskins are is FINA Approved

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How Women’s Competitive Swimwear Should Fit

How Women’s Competitive Swimwear Should Fit

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The right fit in competitive swimwear is critical to your overall performance.

When you are on a swim team or swim competitively, you have to worry about more than your swimming abilities. The fit of your competitive swimwear plays a large role in how well you swim. You need to ensure your swimsuit is one that does not restrict your movement but also allows for the least amount of resistance from the water. A swimsuit that is too tight will make you uncomfortable and restrict your movements, while a suit that is too loose will slow you down in the water. Your competitive swimwear should have more coverage than the standard swimsuit you’d wear to the beach to allow for fluid movement in the water. Taking the time to find the proper fitting swimsuit will allow you to show off your best swimming abilities.

Tight

You want your competitive swimwear to fit like a glove. It should be tight, but not so tight you cannot breathe or perform your motions easily. There should not be any loose areas that sag or pucker or any type of pulling on the seams. When you try the swimsuit on, stretch like you would in the water to ensure there is no pulling in the openings at the neck or legs. You want your competitive swimwear to be comfortably tight without cutting off your circulation and making it difficult to breathe.

Leg Openings

The leg openings should fit comfortably around your legs. They should not be too tight so they restrict your leg movements or dig into your legs, causing you discomfort while you swim. The leg openings should also not be too loose so water can get up into the openings because this will slow you down.

Straps

The straps should stay in the same position during all swim strokes. When you try the swimsuit on, move your arms in various swimming motions; the straps should stay in the same position, no matter how you move your arms. You should ensure the straps are not too loose because not only would they become a distraction, they will slow down your swimming times.

Chest

The competitive swimwear you choose should have ample coverage in the chest area. You don’t want it to completely flatten your chest, but you need proper support in that area to allow for fluid movement. Look for swimsuits with adjustable straps to ensure the perfect fit in the chest area.

New Nike Cut-Out Tank Designs Available

New Nike Cut-Out Tank Designs Available

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The new Nike cut-out tank designs are fun and attractive.

The Nike cut-out tank competitive swimsuits have been one of the best-selling suits on the market. This version of the competitive swimwear is famous for its variety of colors and designs to allow you to choose just the right swimsuit to express some personality in the water. While most often used for training, these attractive suits can provide you with a splash of color in the pool.

Foil Skin

The foil skin design provides you with a variation of traditional stripes. Instead of solid horizontal stripes as you often see, this design provides you with horizontal stripes that vary in thickness across the stripe, creating a rippling effect across the suit. The colors available include black, green, red, royal and grape, pairing each color up with a complementary color to complete the effect. The patterned colors actually provide a scaly look.

Bound

If you are looking for another variation using stripes, the bound design provides colorful lines that crisscross their way across the suit. These stripes feature several colors to create a fade effect with the suit. Available in green, black, blue and red and navy, you will be able to find the right combination to fit your style.

Rio Geo

Geometric shapes are popular today, making the rio geo design the perfect option for many swimmers. This Nike cut-out tank is available in several color schemes, including green, blue, magenta and crimson, providing a beautiful combination that is sure to attract attention in the pool.

Tie Dye

Tie dye is another style that has found itself back in the graces of competitive swimsuits. It is also one of the newest designs for the Nike cut-out tank suits. You can relive the old days with the purchase of a tie dye swimsuit in shades of blue, turquoise, magenta and pink.

Many swimmers enjoy the fit of the Nike cut-out tank competitive swimsuits. These quality swimsuits provide the perfect fit to hug your body and help you cut through the water more easily. With the open back and thin straps, you will experience less drag on your back, as well as less restriction in your movements. All of these features can help you make the most of your natural abilities so you can perform even better than ever. Not only that, with the new designs, you will stand out in a crowd, keeping the attention on you instead of on your competitors.

Choosing the Right Youth Swimsuits

Choosing the Right Youth Swimsuits

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Youth swimsuits offer the same benefits as those for the adults.

Competitive swimming, whether for youth or adults, requires the perfect competition swimsuit to maximize the compression of the body without reducing the range of motion the swimmer needs. High-quality youth swimsuits allow even the youngest competitor to perform with the best results in swim meets.

The idea behind competitive swimming suits is to mimic the skin of a shark, allowing the youth’s body to work with the water, rather than against it. Speedo has a large variety of competitive swimsuits for youth available. All swimsuits are created with the highest quality materials that are chlorine resistant. This allows youth who swim several times a week to have long-lasting swimsuits without fading or stretching.

Youth Speedo Swimsuits for Females

The Speedo Fastskin FSII Recordbreaker provides youth with the least amount of drag in the water, allowing them to show off their incredible swimming skills without being slowed down by the drag of their own body. The technology behind this youth Speedo swimsuit is the ability to provide the body with the most compression in the right areas. Children who take advantage of this latest phenomenon in swimwear will experience the least amount of skin vibration to slow them down, while expending the least amount of energy, keeping them as competitive as possible.

The Speedo Aquablade Recordbreaker Youth also provides females with a minimal amount of drag but also has the benefit of giving the skin the smooth feeling like a shark, allowing her to glide right through the water with seamless movements. The stripes on this youth Speedo swimsuit cause the water to move away from the body, helping to increase the speed.

Youth Speedo Swimsuits for Males

The Speedo Optik Splice Jammer offers an innovative fit for youth males that provides them with more skin coverage to reduce the amount of drag and resistance they experience in the water. Made from high-quality Xtra Life Lycra, this suit lasts much longer than many other youth swimsuits and offers a secure fit throughout the life of the suit. Male swimmers will not experience unpleasant sagging or excessive stretching even after many uses.

The Speedo Fastskin FSII Recordbreaker provides male youth swimmers with the same benefits the female version offers, such as the least amount of drag in the water, as well as compression in all the areas imperative for the best times in competitive swim meets. Made from nylon and Lycra spandex, this swimsuit is one of the most technologically advanced youth swimsuits available.

What’s Your Favorite Carbon Pro Color?

What’s Your Favorite Carbon Pro Color?

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The Arena Carbon Pro comes in a variety of great colors.

If you’ve ever paid attention to the swimsuits you will see at the pool during your workouts, training and competitions, you have probably noticed the dull colors everyone is wearing. A lot of people are wearing plain black suits because this is what a performance suit is made from, right? However, when it comes to the Arena Carbon Pro, you can experience the performance enhancement you desire with a splash of color that will make you stand out from the crowd. Available in the open back kneeskin, closed back kneeskin and jammer, you have four colors to choose from.

Dark Grey

If you prefer a more muted color that doesn’t stand out too much, the dark grey is the perfect option for you. This color is dark enough to almost qualify as black, allowing you to take advantage of the benefits of the Arena Carbon Pro performance suits without being too loud. Some people just want to stand out based on performance, not the color of their suit.

Bright Green

Green is a sign of life and vitality. Bring new meaning to the color green when you purchase your Carbon Pro suit in this bright color. All your competitors will be green with envy when they see you streak by them in the pool, wearing this impressive green color. Everyone will be able to see you coming through the water.

Bright Red

So maybe green isn’t your color. In that case, if you are looking for something bright to help you stand out from your competitors, bright red can be a great option. Your competitors and the fans won’t be able to help but notice this fantastic color as you streak through the pool.

Royal Blue

If you are looking for something that will stand apart from the typical mute colors swimmers wear for their performance suits but you want something a little tamer, the royal blue is an excellent choice. A darker color than some of the other options, you can show off what you can do with a little splash of blue to complement the blue of the pool water.

So which Arena Carbon Pro color is your favorite? Will you choose the typical dark grey for your suit, or will you choose something a little different to help your performance stand out from the crowd, such as bright green, bright red or royal blue.

The Importance of Choosing Competitive Swimwear

The Importance of Choosing Competitive Swimwear

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Competitive swimwear offers additional benefits for swimmers over traditional swimwear.

If you are involved in competitive swimming, you understand you can’t just pick up any swimwear at your local store and expect to do well in the water. While the swimwear that is available at your local department store or other retailer is functional, looks great and does the job when you are swimming recreationally, they aren’t designed with racing in mind. This means you need to choose your competitive swimwear from an experienced retailer.

Fit

One of the biggest concerns with competitive swimwear is how it fits your body. When you will be using the suit for racing, you want a suit that will hug your features and won’t increase the drag of the water on your body. The sleek fit of the perfect competitive swimsuit will increase your ability to cut through the water smoothly with the least amount of resistance possible to enhance your natural performance.

Compression

While most competitive swimmers are incredibly fit, there is still a need for compression for certain areas of your body. This is one area where the typical swimsuit available from your local retailer won’t do the job necessary. This is why it is so important to look for competitive swimwear that is designed with this compression in mind to provide you with the enhanced performance you need to do well in the water.

Less Restrictive Materials

Suits that are created with competition in mind will be made from lighter materials that restrict movement less than the swimwear you will find in your local stores. Swimmers want to reduce their weight as much as possible in the water and require the ability to move freely so they can perform the movements necessary to propel themselves through the water quickly and efficiently. If your movement is restricted or your suit causes friction on your body, you won’t be able to swim as well, creating a negative impact on your swimming.

Getting involved in competitive swimming means you need to invest in quality competitive swimwear to be a contender in all your races. These swimsuits offer additional benefits to competitive swimmers over those you can find in your average store. These competitive swimsuits will be made from lightweight materials that don’t restrict your movements in any way. They also fit better than your average suit and provide you with the compression you need to become more aerodynamic in the water, improving your speed naturally.