Different Swimwear Options for Men


Quite often, we are confused when we talk about swimwear options for men. But on completion of this blog, you will be able to distinguish swim jammers from aquashorts and briefs from watershorts.

Some swimwear is long, some are short, and apart from that, it varies in terms of design, appearance, fabric, and purpose. 

SPEEDO Pro LT Men's Optical Burst Jammer
It is not only about the material, but also one should also know which style best suits the body shape and gives you comfort and compression inside the pool. 

Different men’s swimwear options:


Basically, the swimming shorts designed for men fall under four different categories jammers, briefs, aqua shorts, and watershorts.

SPEEDO Pro LT Men's Spiral Curve Jammer

Swimwear for men is not only designed to give a snug fit but also made up of the latest and hybrid materials. Most of the swim jammers and other swimwear come with chlorine resistant materials. Similarly, many swimwears come with UV protection making it ideal for hot days in beaches.

Compression is another aspect to be considered when selecting a swimwear; the snug fit around the quads and hamstrings enable powerful kicks during swimming.

Different styles of shorts:

The men’s swimwear styles are grouped under four categories.
The swim jammers generally come in knee-length and give a snug fit. Hence are immensely popular among the professionals, competitive enthusiasts due to the compression qualities enabling the contestants to swim like a pro. The jammers are generally preferred by those who have tall physic and avoided by short ones.

Speedo Higher Level Jammer

Briefs, on the other hand, are liked by short height athletes who take part in competition and racing. 

Aquashorts provide more cover than briefs but less drag than a jammer. It is ideal for those who have under average height. 

Watershorts, on the other end, is liked by casual swimmers due to quick drying abilities and comfort. 

Many brands now manufacture swimwear, especially jammers that are comfortable to wear, made up of high-quality fabric, and provides compression and buoyancy in water.


 TYR Male Nexus Legend Splice Jammer

Guidelines to select swimwear:

  • Physic: The first essential element to consider when choosing swimwear is the physic you hold. The choice of swimwear will vary according to height, weight, etc.

  • Necessity: Another consideration when choosing swimwear is just as simple, why you need it? The swimwear needed for the competition will vary from the one required for casual days such as chilling in pool or beach.

Conclusion: 
So, now, when you are aware of what are the varieties of swimwear, buy the one that best suits you depending on fabric, your physic, and your requirement. Some swimwear, especially jammers, are FINA approved, allowing it to be used during international level competitions.


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