How to Find Long-Lasting Fitness Swimsuits

How to Find Long-Lasting Fitness Swimsuits

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Choosing long-lasting fitness swimwear keeps your costs down.

Competitive swimmers require long-lasting fitness swimsuits for a variety of reasons. The fit of the suit you wear for your competitive swimming has a major bearing on how you perform, not only in competitions but also in your workouts. You should consider the brand, material and desired function before choosing the right suit for your needs. If you choose a suit that is not long-lasting, you could find your buy them more often than you care to or find your swimming or fitness abilities suffer. There are a variety of fitness suits available that are long-lasting; understanding what to look for makes it possible to find the one that will not only fit right but also last for a long time.

Ocean Chloroban Poly Moderate Lap Suit

The line of Ocean fitness swimsuits are known for their longevity thanks to the Chloroban polyester material from which they are made. This polyester material is known for its chlorine resistance, which is the number one factor in fitness suits wearing out prematurely, especially when you wear them often. Another benefit of the Chloroban polyester is its ability to keep its shape in the long run, unlike suits that are made from nylon or spandex. The Ocean Chloroban Poly Moderate Lap Suit offers a snug fit for peak performance, tank style top and is fully lined, including a shelf bra for comfort. It is available in a wide variety of colors, including Purple, Grey and Blue Juno, Blue and Mag Chelsea and Blue and Purple Tracks.

Speedo Side Shirred Tank Endurance

The Speedo Side Shirred Tank Endurance is made from Speedo’s Endurance+ fabric, which offers longevity, style and compression in all the right areas of your body, offering everything that is needed in long-lasting fitness swimsuits. With its 100 percent resistance to chlorine, this suit will last at least 20 times longer than a suit made from nylon or spandex in terms of proper fit, as well as avoiding color fading. In addition to its resistance to chlorine damage, you will find this suit provides core compression in all the areas that matter to enable you to maximize your water aerobics or fitness workouts. The four-way stretch technology allows for the perfect fit for a long time, avoiding stretching in the wrong areas, making your suit less than optimal for your workouts. This suit is offered in Nautical Navy and Black.

Proper Swimsuit Care to Increase Longevity

Proper Swimsuit Care to Increase Longevity

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The proper care for competitive swimwear increases its longevity.

Competitive swimwear can be an expensive investment. Because you don’t want to have to purchase a new swimsuit every time you turn around, it is important to show your swimwear the right level of care to increase its longevity. Swimwear is subjected to a vast amount of chlorine, sweat, chloromine, bromine and other minerals that can be found in water. If you don’t safely remove these minerals and chemicals from your swimwear, you will find it wears out more quickly than it should, costing you even more money to replace it. Rinsing your suit with plain water helps, but you really need the right cleaning solvents for your suit.

Speedo Swim Suit Cleaner

Speedo is one of the companies that wants to make sure your swimsuit lasts as long as possible. Rinsing your swimsuit out with water and the Speedo Swim Suit Cleaner after your time in the pool will ensure as much of the chlorine as possible is removed from your swimsuit. This specific cleaner is also effective at removing any stains your swimsuit may have accrued over your time in the water and around the pool.

Malibu C Swimwear Crystals

Another great option for keeping your swimwear lasting longer is the Malibu C Swimwear Cleaner. The Malibu C company is well-known for creating the perfect cleaning agents for keeping swimwear and swimmers free of chlorine and the other chemicals and minerals present in the pool. With these crystals mixed with water, you will be able to rinse your swimwear clean of chlorine, sweat salts and the other minerals that are commonly present in pools to increase the longevity of the fabrics, including maintaining the colors and the elasticity of the fabrics. While the color isn’t important to your swimming abilities, the elasticity can be important to reduce resistance in the water and keep your suit fitting the way it should.

When you spend a lot of money on your competitive swimwear, you need to do everything you can to keep it in the best shape possible for as long as you can. While most people know the importance of not using your typical laundry detergent on your swimwear, you don’t have to settle for plain water to get your swimwear cleaner. With the right swimwear cleaners, you will be able to remove the chlorine, sweat and minerals from your swimsuit, keeping it in good shape for much longer.

Improve Your Swimming with the Right Hip Rotation Tools

Improve Your Swimming with the Right Hip Rotation Tools

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The right form as you move through the water is essential to your success. While most people think all you need to focus on is the movement of your arms and how your legs kick, every aspect of your body must be trained to perform the right movements to effectively propel yourself through the water. For instance, your hip rotation is an important part of your ability to swim well with all four swim strokes. Using the right tools can improve your hip rotation, as well as let you know how well you are doing in your training.

Finis Tech Toc

The Finis Tech Toc is an important tool you can use to determine whether your hip movements are perfectly timed and positioned based on the stroke you are working on. This tool is worn around the waist and creates an audible sound you can hear through the water that indicates your hip position and movement. On the side of the belt, you will find a tube that contains ball bearings and an acoustic amplifier to create the sound you hear. You can also set a delay for the ball bearings, which will encourage you to exaggerate your hip movements, allowing you to get a better feel for the proper movements for each stroke you are working on.

Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt

If you are having trouble with your hip movements or you need to strengthen the muscles in this area, the Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt can be the perfect addition to your swim training aids. This belt fits around your waist with two fins that stick out from the sides of your body. This creates greater resistance as you swim through the water. When you swim against the greater resistance, you will have to work harder to create the same propulsion you achieve without the belt. This in turn will help strengthen your hip muscles, allowing you to swim more efficiently without the belt.

Using the right swim training aids will ensure you are able to swim better during your practices and meets. The Finis Tech Toc can help you hear when your hip motions and positions are appropriate for the stroke you are practicing. The Finis Hydro Hip Rotation Belt can help you strengthen the muscles in the area for more effective swimming. With both of these tools, you will be able to improve your body’s movements, making you a stronger swimmer.

Choosing the Right Lifeguard Spineboard Equipment

Choosing the Right Lifeguard Spineboard Equipment

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Being a lifeguard means being prepared for any type of emergency. Whether you work at a pool or a beach at a lake or the ocean, it is important to have all the right equipment to deal with any emergency that may come your way. Some of the equipment that is necessary but can be easily overlooked include spineboards, backboards and head immobilizers, all of which are essential if someone is suspected to have a head, neck or spinal injury due to an accident in or around the water.

Spineboards/Backboards

One of the most important things you will need, whether there is a suspected head, neck or spine injury or the person is simply unconscious, is a spineboard or backboard. These flat boards allow you to easily transport a patient without causing further injury. While it is best to leave a person as you found him until paramedics can arrive, it is important to be able to move someone out of danger if it becomes necessary. In addition to having the right spineboards or backboards on hand to transport patients when needed, it is also important to make sure you have the right straps to secure someone to the board. When you have a board you use, you must inspect the straps on a regular basis and replace them when they wear out to keep everyone safe.

Head Immobilizers

When someone may have a head, neck or spine injury, the best thing you can do is make sure he doesn’t move. One way you can ensure the patient doesn’t move, especially if you have to move him on a spineboard, is to use a head immobilizer. This apparatus secures around the head and neck to keep the patients neck straight to avoid any further injury. Protecting the patient should be your number one priority. When paramedics finally arrive on the scene, they will be pleased to see you have taken the proper precautions to prevent a more serious injury.

Even if someone isn’t as injured as you first suspect, it is important to have the right lifeguard equipment to ensure his safety. This includes having a spineboard or backboard on which to safely transport a patient whenever necessary. In the case of a suspected head, neck or spine injury, having the right head immobilizers is also important to ensure the patient isn’t further injured by any movements that occur before the paramedics arrive.

The Best Men’s Racing Suits for 2013

The Best Men’s Racing Suits for 2013

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The best racing swimsuits of 2013.

Unless you have the right racing swimsuit, you can actually hurt your performance in the water. If you thought all swimsuits were created equal, you may have been unknowingly holding yourself back. Why not make it your New Year’s resolution to get yourself into one of the best racing suits for 2013 this year so you can improve your performance in the water and place better in your races throughout the year. As you shop for your new racing swimsuit, consider  purchasing one of these two options that have proven themselves repeatedly to be one of the top racing swimsuits for men.

Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Jammer

The Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Jammer is one of the best racing suits for 2013 you can buy. Available in bright red, dark gray, bright green and royal blue, this technologically advanced suit is the first of its kind to make use of carbon fibers woven in the fabric to provide the right amount of compression in just the right places. However, the suit doesn’t provide compression that restricts movement; the compression it provides allows for free movement for better motion through the water. In addition, the Carbon Pro Jammer provides swimmers with additional support, efficiency and power in the water to improve performance.

Speedo LZR Elite Jammer

The second of the best racing suits for 2013 is the Speedo LZR Elite Jammer. This competitive swimsuit comes in black and is made from the record-breaking LZR Pulse fabric. This fabric is put together with bonded seams, allowing for smooth movement through the water with less resistance. Every swimmer knows resistance in the water is their worst enemy. In addition to being suitable for competitive swimming on the elite level, this swimsuit is approved by FINA for use on both the high school and collegiate levels, providing swimmers on all levels with the perfect suit.

If you are in the market for a new racing swimsuit in 2013, consider one of the suits names best for the upcoming year. Whether you are interested in the unique compression qualities of the Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Jammer or you enjoy the bonded seams of the Speedo LZR Elite Jammer, you will find the perfect suit that will help you improve your performance in the water. While a competitive swimsuit can’t make you a better swimmer, choosing the wrong one can have a negative impact on your speed, making choosing one of the best your best option.

Finding the Right Women’s Plus Swimwear

Finding the Right Women’s Plus Swimwear

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The right plus-size women’s swimsuits provide extra coverage and support.

When you have a few extra pounds, it can feel embarrassing to wear a swimsuit. However, swimming and water aerobics are often a great way to lose weight and achieve your goals of a healthier body. This can lead to a frustrating cycle. You don’t want to wear a swimsuit in the water, but you need the water to exercise safely and effectively. You can remedy this cycle by purchasing the right plus-size women’s swimwear to flatter your figure and help you hide problem areas.

Ocean Conservative Scoop Back

Solid colors are the perfect way to slim you down, especially when those colors are dark, such as navy blue and black. The Ocean Conservative Scoop Back comes in these colors, plus royal blue. In addition to the right colors, this plus-size women’s swimsuit offers a lower cut for the legs, helping to hide the upper part of your thighs, which can be a problem spot for many women. When you wear this suit to the pool, you will feel more confident in yourself.

Ocean Solid Aquatard

Another great option if you are embarrassed by the way traditional swimwear looks on you is the Ocean Solid Aquatard. This one piece plus-size swimsuit available in navy blue and black offers longer legs, reaching to the mid-thigh, providing you with greater coverage for your entire body. The water aerobics swimwear in plus-size is also cut high in the front and back along the top for even more coverage.

Speedo Vanquisher Moderate Ultraback Endurance+

If you are looking for Speedo women’s plus-size swimwear that is designed with water aerobics in mind, the Speedo Vanquisher Moderate Ultraback Endurance+ is the perfect option, available in navy blue and black. The crossed straps in the back provide you with the support your body needs through the aerobics process. While this suit doesn’t provide as much coverage as other options, it is a good suit for those who will work out in the water often due to its longevity and resistance to the chemicals in the water.

One of the best ways to lose weight and attain a healthier body is through water aerobics and swimming. This form of exercise is gentler on the body while still offering all the benefits of exercise. Whether you need to find a plus-size women’s swimsuit that offers extra coverage, better support or is simply designed for water aerobics, you will be able to find the perfect option to best meet your needs.

Aquatic Fitness Swimwear for Women

Aquatic Fitness Swimwear for Women

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For some women, swimming to get fit is the perfect option to allow them to achieve the level of fitness they desire with less stress on the body. Whether you are looking to swim as your form of exercise or you are signing up for water aerobics classes, you need to choose the right women’s fitness swimsuits to allow you to perform the activities well without hindering your movement in the water. When it comes to water aerobics swimsuits, you have several options from which to choose.

Conservative Suits

If you feel self-conscious about the way you look in a traditional swimsuit, you may want to consider women’s fitness swimsuits that provide a little extra coverage beyond the typical swimwear. These swimsuits offer more coverage in the thigh area so you don’t need to feel self-conscious about your body shape while you are in the water. You can find these suits in a variety of colors and designs so you can choose the one that best fits your style.

Moderate Suits

Another option in water aerobics swimsuits is the moderate suits. These swimsuits also provide a little extra coverage than the traditional swimsuit, though not as much as the conservative suits. Available in a variety of colors and designs, you are sure to find one that will appeal to your tastes. The moderate suit is perfect for swimming laps in the pool or partaking in a water aerobics class to help you get in shape.

Shirred Tank

For some women, the top is more of a problem area than the bottom. In these cases, a women’s fitness swimsuit, such as the shirred tank, can be the perfect option. In addition to providing additional coverage on the top, this swimsuit features shirring in the midsection of the suit, providing you with a slimmer look without actually doing the work. If you are participating in water fitness activities as a way to lose weight, this type of suit can be the perfect option for you.

No matter why you are participating in fitness swimming activities, finding the right women’s fitness swimsuit is essential. In addition to finding the colors and designs that best suit your style, you need to consider the type of fit. If you are trying to hide your problem areas while you work on them in the pool, you can choose from conservative, moderate or shirred tank suits to give you the coverage in just the right places.

The Difference between Silicone and Latex Swim Caps

The Difference between Silicone and Latex Swim Caps

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The right swim cap can improve your performance.
Choose the right swim cap based on your personal preference.

Swim caps serve a variety of purposes, both for the competitive and recreational swimmer. Competitive swimmers use various products to help them reduce the resistance in the water and increase their speed. For many swimmers, the right cap can give them the competitive edge they need. Recreational swimmers use them to protect their hair from the harsh elements of the chemicals in the water. Understanding the difference between silicone and latex will help you choose the product that is right for you.

Silicone

Silicone caps are made from a slick material that can easily slide off a swimmer’s head. This fact makes it necessary to find the perfect fit to ensure its stability during your race. They are easily put on and taken off without snagging hair and causing uncomfortable tugging or pulling. They are also breathable, making them comfortable for swimmers of all ages

The Speedo Solid Silicone Swim Cap is a popular choice because of its affordability. Entire swim teams can choose to purchase theirs together, creating a uniform look among the team by purchasing the team color for everyone. This united look enables your team to become intimidating to your rival teams.

Latex

Latex swim caps stretch easily. This makes them popular for people of all ages because it is comfortable for all head sizes. Even women who have long hair that needs to be wrapped up find the Speedo Solid Latex Swim Cap comfortable and easy to wear. Because latex is stretchable, it is a durable material, especially for younger swimmers who are a rough on their equipment. It is also an affordable material, making it a popular choice among many swimmers because they can be replaced without becoming a financial burden.

Choosing the Right Material

When you are looking for a cap that will reduce your drag in the water and help you gain the competitive edge, you will need to weigh your options. The right cap is a personal preference based on your comfort level in the water. You want a cap that will stay put and provide your head with the most coverage. In addition to giving you the speed you need to get ahead of the competition, it is also the perfect way to protect your hair from the harsh elements of the pool water, especially when you swim on a daily basis.

The Important Swim Essentials to Carry in a Swim Backpack

The Important Swim Essentials to Carry in a Swim Backpack

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Stay prepared with the right gear in your swim backpack.
Carrying the right gear in your swim backpack will keep you prepared.

As with any sport, the items you carry in your swim backpack can help you feel comfortable and perform your best. When you have all the necessary equipment at your meets or even your practices, you will feel better prepared and able to handle the competition ahead of you because you will feel relaxed and prepared. The swimmers backpack is an important component of the overall swimming experience. Understanding what you should carry in your bag will ensure you have just what you need.

Shampoo and Conditioner

Any swimmer knows how hard the pool water is on their hair. The chemicals that are used in the water to keep the pool clean are wonderful for your health but wreak havoc on your hair. The faster you wash and condition your hair after leaving the pool, the better off your hair will be in the long run. There are a variety of shampoos and conditioners to choose from, but it is important to choose one that is made just for swimmers. Malibu C Swimmers Water Action Shampoo offers the perfect combination of a gentle shampoo with one that is meant to prevent the buildup of chlorine in the hair or those chemicals that cause green hair. After washing with this effective shampoo, it is important to follow it with the Malibu C Swimmers Water Action Conditioner to add body and bring the shine back to your hair.

Towels

It might seem obvious that swimmers need towels in their bags, but the right towel makes a major difference. The perfect towel for any swimmer is one that offers extra absorbency and comfort to wrap yourself in after a long, hard swim meet. Swimmers should carry one or more towels, such as the TYR Dry Off Sports Towel, that offers the perfect balance between softness and durability to ensure longevity, even after frequent use.

MP3 Player

Every swimmer needs time to relax and unwind. Music is the best way to provide this relaxation, either before or after a swim meet. There are even a variety of MP3 players, such as the Speedo Aquabeat 2.0 MP3 Player, that can be used underwater to provide you with the rhythm and motivation you need to keep up your endurance to help you be more competitive during your meets. Carry your MP3 player in your swim backpack to ensure you always have it when you are at the pool.

Kick Start Your Swimming with a New Swim Kickboard

Kick Start Your Swimming with a New Swim Kickboard

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Improve your swim training with a new kickboard.
Swim kickboards are a critical part of your swim training gear.

The swim kickboard is a crucial part of any competitive swimmer’s workout, both during swimming season and the offseason. The finishing touch on any cardiovascular workout, the right board can make a major difference in your swimming ability. What used to be thought of solely as a tool to teach kids to swim is now an effective tool to master fluid leg movements and gain the necessary strength to become a stellar swimmer. If you are a serious swimmer, now is the perfect time to reward yourself with new swim gear that will help you take your competitive swimming to the next level.

Swim Stuff Kickboard 2.0

The Swim Stuff Kickboard 2.0 is the perfect board for swim practice. It is affordably priced to enable coaches to purchase them for the entire team. They also come in a large variety of colors, enabling you to choose the color that best matches your team to heighten your team spirit. Made from EVA foam, this kickboard is lightweight and perfect for swimmers to perfect their leg motion or increase their endurance in the water. Use it solely for swim practices or warm-ups and watch your team’s endurance and skills vastly improve.

Arena Kickboard Pro

For a more advanced kickboard that provides multiple hand positions, the Arena Kickboard Pro is a good choice. Made from EVA foam, this equipment offers an ergonomic shape that offers the utmost comfort for swimmers as they work on their endurance. The multiple positions of the handles allow the body to rest lower in the water for a more natural position. The more comfortable your body is in the water, the longer you will be able to swim, training your body for the utmost endurance to use at your competitive meets.

Speedo Competition II Kickboard

The Speedo Competition II Kickboard offers the best of both worlds of comfort and endurance. Made from dual-density foam, swimmers experience incredible comfort and support to create the perfect strokes and work on maximum endurance. The hydrodynamic shape of this board offers lower stress on the shoulders, allowing you to work extensively on your kicks without the worry of pain or fatigue in the shoulder muscles.

The swim kickboard you choose should be one that offers the most comfort and allows you to swim for long periods of time without stressed or fatigued muscles. The idea behind this great piece of equipment is to allow you to perfect your kicks and increase your endurance effortlessly. Reward yourself with a new board and watch your times improve.