About to start swimming again for the first time in years? It can be a daunting prospect, especially when you start to think about the swimming equipment you might need.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But it doesn\u2019t have to cause you a headache. There\u2019s some basic swimming equipment you\u2019ll need, plus some extra pieces of gear that\u2019ll help you improve your performance.<\/p>\n

In the words that follow, 220 Triathlon<\/em> editor and open-water swimming coach Helen Webster explains everything you need to know.<\/p>\n

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What do beginner swimmers need?<\/a><\/li>\n
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What do beginner swimmers need?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The good news is that swimming is a relatively affordable sport in terms of the initial outlay on kit. So long as you have something to swim in and a bag to put it all in, you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n
There is also some additional kit that will make training easier and more effective though, so in the article below we have listed them, with a brief description of what each item does.<\/p>\n
To start off with, invest in a decent swimsuit or set of shorts\/jammers. Look for something that\u2019s made from a good quality chlorine-resistant and durable material and which fits with your lifestyle (for example, some swimwear may be handwash-only, which if you\u2019re short for time can be a right old faff).<\/p>\n
Your swimwear should also fit you well without sagging, creating drag or being too tight or restrictive.<\/p>\n

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For women, a swimsuit that doesn\u2019t impede the arm rotation for front crawl is ideal and depending on bust size, you may also want to consider a swimsuit with an inner shelf bust support.<\/p>\n
For the chaps, choose from swim shorts (though baggy swim shorts will create drag), knee-length closer fitting jammers, or (if you\u2019re brave!) a set of good old budgies! A drawcord at the waist can be a handy addition for fit.<\/p>\n
On top of your swimwear, a swim cap<\/a><\/strong> is a good idea to keep your hair out of your face (and out of the water), plus a set of well-fitting goggles if you\u2019ll be doing front crawl. Add a bag to keep it all in and a towel and you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n
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