One of the most vitally important pieces of equipment that you are going to need to choose when it comes to triathlon preparedness is a wetsuit. One of the first things that you’re going to need to consider when it comes to buying a wetsuit is the type of races that you are going to be participating in and completing as well as where you will be competing. If you are racing in hotter climates, for example, you may not even need a wetsuit, but in cooler climates, having the right wet suit is vitally necessary.
The water temperature cut off for wet suits is 78 degrees Fahrenheit or 25 C. This means if the water is above the 78 degree mark, Fahrenheit, then wetsuits are not going to be allowed in order for people to win awards in a race. One is still capable of wearing a wet suit up until the point of 84 degrees Fahrenheit or 28 degrees Celsius, but they will be ineligible for winning an award.
So should you wear a wetsuit? Should you avoid wearing a wetsuit? There are no rules that state that you should, but obviously there are rules for when you cannot. There are many swimmers that swim in cool water and never put on a wetsuit, but it is because they are capable of training their bodies to get used to the cool water, and this is something that you may also want to consider.
If you are not adapted to chilly water, then you are going to want to wear a wetsuit to prevent yourself from getting too cold. The beginning of a race can be cold, and wearing a wet suit can keep you warmer when it is chilly out. If you want your body to be warm at the beginning of the race then this is a good way for you to go. If you are standing around and shivering from the cold then you are not going to get a strong start when the race begins.
So which wetsuit is best? There are full sleeve wetsuits and sleeveless wetsuits. The sleeveless variety will offer greater shoulder flexibility which is important if you do not have a lot of shoulder mobility. Your shoulders and arms may get cold without the added protection, however. You will be kept the warmest in a full sleeve wetsuit. Full length wet suits may cause a problem with shoulder mobility, however, so practice in your wetsuit before you commit to wearing it on race day. The best wetsuit is going to be the one that works for you the best, regardless of what it is. Choose the one that feels the most comfortable and wear in the race for the best results. The best wetsuit for you is the one that helps you do your best, perform your best, and achieve your triathlon goals.
Photo Credits: Iain Farrell
Originally posted 2009-07-31 05:48:23. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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