Long sharp nails can easily tear and fray fabric, (not to mention leaving some accidental gashes in your crowded warmup lane mates). Short nails allow you to pull on your suit efficiently without the risk of tearing or snagging the material.
Rather than rolling and bunching the speed suit in attempt to get it over areas like the hips and butt, try applying a light amount of lotion or body oil. Rub the moisturizing agent fully into the skin and then slide the suit over the area. This trick will prevent chaffing as well as the unnecessary stretching of the speed suit. The same method can be used for muscular arms to prevent redness and pulling at the straps.
The longer the suit is stretched on the body and exposed to chlorine, the shorter the suit’s life. Avoid putting on speed suits way before competition; not only do they wear out, tight suits also contribute to muscle fatigue, tightness, and decreased circulation. Waiting until 15 to 20 minutes before your event will contribute to better performance as well as a longer suit life.
Every time the suit changes position, it is stretched and contorted. To increase longevity, try not to unnecessarily put on and take off the suit. Swimming with the suit partially on may reduce muscle fatigue, but also causes the suit to lose shape. The bottom line: reduce your time in the suit so you don’t need to adjust it as often.
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