Getting into swimming...?

Question

...as a supplement for running, so I was only going to go about once or twice a week. I was just wondering how much a cap and 1 piece bathing suit actually matter? It's just that I already have a bikini so is it necessary to buy a 1 piece? And since I'm not going that often, will the pool really do that much damage to my hair if I don't wear a cap? I figure goggles are a must (by the way, any recommendations on which goggles you all like? How about the "Speedo Vanquisher"?), but what do you guys think about the other stuff?? Thanks a ton!!

Answer 1

I think you should get a one piece

because the bikini drags you a lot

(i really like bikinis and im a swimmer but i have to wear a 2 piece)

if u r on a swim team u should wear a cap to the meets

but its ur opinion how u wanna spend ur money

Answer 2

If your suit is an athletic type than no no  one piece needed if its like a halter plunge neck one than yeah i would get a one piece.   They are 50-70ish dollars.  The cap just makes it easier to swim I would recommend it.  They aren't that much $ and its worth it.  The speedo vanquisher are really good, thats what i use.

Answer 3

If you are only swimming once a week forget the cap and wear what you want it really doesn't matter. Goggles are a must tho or you will get really sore eyes. Speedo don't do bad goggles so what ever feels comfortable.

Answer 4

Amy, I have no personal input, but I have a friend at work who is very serious about swimming as exercise. She highly endorses it as great, and low impact to the body joints. SHe wears a one piece and a swim cap as she tries to go 4-5 times per week and she is VERY serious about her hair. She does not wear goggles and has no problems in that area.

Answer 5

Are you going to swim competitively, or just swimming for the pleasure and exercise.

For competitive swimming, you need the swimsuit of your team. If your swimming for pleasure, lose the bikini.