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How To Buy Men's Swimwear

For competitive swimming as well as aquatic fitness activities, such as lap swimming and water aerobics, a good swimwear will increase your efficiency in the water, keep you feeling comfortable during your activity, and stand up better to the deteriorating effects of chlorinated water than most fashion swimwears.

Determine Your Size

To determine your swimwear size, you'll need to measure yourself using a tape measure.

Measuring Tips

    *  Take your measurements while wearing only your underwear
    *  Stand in front of a mirror
    *  While measuring, make sure that the tape measure is straight, not twisted
    *  To get an accurate measurement, the tape measure should be snug, but not pinching or tight

Step-by-Step Measuring Guide

    *  Find your natural waistline by bending to one side. While standing straight, measure around your waistline
    *  Men should measure just above the hipbone (or about an inch below your natural waistline) to determine the appropriate swimsuit size

Find Your Size

    *  If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size in a racing/competition suit and the larger size in an aquatic fitness suit
    *  Most men's suits are sized based on waist measurement. Men should choose the size that corresponds with their waist measurements.

 

 

 

                                      Determining Your Suit Size

 

Men's Swimwear Guide

Men have many options when purchasing a swimwear. Below is a description of the most popular styles of men's swimwear.

1) Bikini - Also know as a Speedo, this style was popular in the late 1960's through the 1980's. This style of swimsuit was worn by swimmers during swim events in college or during the Olympics. Many men today would not be caught wearing a bikini swimwear. Men should not be afraid to wear this style of swimsuit. If you have a great body and you are in shape, why not show your body in a speedo swimwear. Many people appreciate a great looking body on the beach or by the pool. Don't be afraid to try a bikini swimwear.

2) Boxer - There are many different type of boxer swimwear. The most popular styles are the baggy boxer or the form fitting boxer. Men who would like to wear a bikini style swimwear but would like a little more coverage would prefer a form fitting boxer swimwear.

Baggy boxer swimwears can be seen on most men at the beach or by the pool. Most professional volleyball players wear baggy boxer swimwear.

3) Boardshorts - Made popular by surfers, this style of swimsuit is similar to a boxer swimwear but the length of the swimwear is longer. Many young men today wear this type of swimewear. Some of these swimwears are so long, they might be called pants. If you want to cover up your body, this suit is for you.

4) Thong - Want to show a lot, this style of swimwear is for you. There is several different styles of thong swimwear that are not only different in the back but there are options for coverage in the front. This is a great layout swimwear by the pool or on the beach. If you want minimal tan lines, a thong is right for you. There are Bong style front thongs which is more narrow than a regular front thong. You should be very comfortable in you body to wear this type of swimsuit. Don't be afraid to try this style!