I'm 22 and athletic and in decent shape. I played hockey and baseball all through high school. I've recently joined a new gym that has large indoor and outdoor lap pools. My city also has year round lap swimming (I live in Phoenix, so the weather is right for it anytime). I figure lap swimming is a great way to stay in shape besides being in the gym itself. Plus I want to start training for a triathlon. I just don't know if I should wear regular board shorts to swim, or if they'll create too much drag while lap swimming. I'm not sure what the best swimwear for a male is for lap swimming and training for a triathlon. I need one that won't drag in the water while I'm swimming. Any advice is appreciated.
I've noticed that local culture and current fashion trends dictate popularity of briefs vs jammers. About 90% of males currently wear jammers where I live but briefs used to be popular (back when men's basketball shorts were also skimpier). I've seen recent photos of Michael Phelps in both styles.
I can guarantee you Phelps did not train in jammers. Elite swimmers don't wear jammers except for competition. Obviously I'm an advocate for briefs. If you wear jammers you'll look like a 10 year old or an old man. :)
Polyester is definitely the way to go. Those suits last forever!
I've noticed that local culture and current fashion trends dictate popularity of briefs vs jammers. About 90% of males currently wear jammers where I live but briefs used to be popular (back when men's basketball shorts were also skimpier). I've seen recent photos of Michael Phelps in both styles.
I can guarantee you Phelps did not train in jammers. Elite swimmers don't wear jammers except for competition. Obviously I'm an advocate for briefs. If you wear jammers you'll look like a 10 year old or an old man. :)
Polyester is definitely the way to go. Those suits last forever!
