Do you enjoy watching swimming competitions? Have you ever felt the excitement of a swimming competition at the scene? I still remember that Phelps won eight Olympic medals in one fell swoop, broke the world record, attracted the attention of spectators around the world, and people all over the world cheered for him. Swimming competition is a kind of competitive sports event, and athletes participating in the competition need to wear special competitive swimsuits. But do you know the difference between competitive swimsuits and ordinary swimsuits? In this blog, I will discuss this knowledge with you from the aspects of swimsuit material, performance, workmanship, etc.
Competitive swimsuits mostly refer to professional racing swimsuits. This kind of swimsuit is specially made for competitions. Generally, the fabric is less and special materials are used. Usually use high elasticity and long-term immersion-resistant materials, common materials are polyester fiber, polyurethane and nylon fiber. These materials are thin, durable and quick drying. Competitive swimsuits are highly compressible and fit snugly to the body, reducing muscle vibration and improving hydraulic performance during swimming. This tight fit and seamless design helps reduce drag in the water, reducing friction and thus increasing the athlete's swimming speed during competition. These swimsuits have a lower neckline and high-cut legs to allow for more and better range of motion in the shoulders and legs. Some competitive swimsuits also add sunscreen and anti-chlorine treatments during the production process to increase the durability and UV resistance of the swimsuit. There are many kinds of competitive swimsuits, including two-piece swimsuits and one-piece swimsuits. In addition, due to the close-fitting design of competitive swimsuits, be careful when putting them on and taking them off to avoid damaging the swimsuit.
Ordinary swimsuits are used for daily swimming or hot springs, water parks, beach vacations and other occasions. Compared with competitive swimsuits, they pay more attention to comfort and fashion. Usually polyester, nylon, elastic fiber and other materials are used. These materials are soft, comfortable, and have good water resistance and durability. Elasticated and shoulder straps help provide a better fit. Ordinary swimsuits come in a variety of styles, including bikinis, one-piece swimsuits, and strappy swimsuits. These different styles and cuts suit different shapes and personal preferences. Regular swimwear is suitable for everyday water activities such as swimming pools, beaches and water sports. Considering comfort and fashion, ordinary swimsuits generally do not have the hydrodynamic performance of competitive swimsuits. At the same time, in order to prolong the life of the swimsuit, the swimsuit should be washed and maintained correctly, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, avoid using bleach and strong friction, etc.
Whether it is a competitive swimsuit or a regular swimsuit, it is very important to choose the style and size that suits you. Competitive swimwear is for professional swimmers looking for higher swimming performance, while regular swimwear is for everyday swimming and leisure activities. No matter which swimsuit you choose, you should focus on comfort, sun protection, and durability.