Swimming is a great way to keep fit and can benefit the mind. A swimming essential? Swimwear. Coming in a variety of colours, styles and fabrics there is swimwear to suit everyone.
Besides being another way of expressing style and personality, swimwear also provides a crucial health benefit. It helps to insulate your body and conserves your body heat in order to prevent hypothermia, while also acting as a protective barrier for your skin against chemicals in the water.
Choose a style to suit you and help keep you covered whether you’re in the swimming pool or at the beach. Tan not included.
What is the best swimsuit material?
Swimwear is most commonly made with a polyester/elastane blend. This is because polyester is chlorine-resistant, easy to clean and colourfast, while elastane is lightweight and super stretchy.
However, swimwear can be made with a variety of other materials that have their own pros and cons. These other materials include:
- Nylon (comfortable to wear, but easily damaged by chlorine)
- Cotton/polycotton (has a cooling effect, but easily damaged by regular wear)
- PBT (quick drying, but not very stretchy)
- Neoprene (very insulating, but can be difficult to wear and remove)
What is the best style of swimwear for me?
Swimwear comes in a variety of styles depending on personal preferences and what water activities will be happening. The best style of swimwear for you is one that is suitable for your activities and also makes you feel good.
Styles of swimwear include:
- bikinis/two-piece
- trunks
- swimming costume/one-piece (also known as a bathing suit)
- swim shirts
- wetsuits
- boardshorts
- swim briefs
Check out our range of gym equipment if you want to keep fit but aren’t fond of swimming.