Swim jammers look like compression shorts or bicycle shorts, but you wear them in the water to make you sleeker and faster when you swim. They provide additional support and coverage while enhancing muscle compression. Many feature a non-slip, flat braided drawcord for a comfortable, secure fit.

In addition to swim jammers, goggles and snug-fitting swim shirts are standard gear for fitness swimmers. Only men wear jammers, which start at the waist and cover to just above the knees. Female swimmers might wear bodysuits that extend up to their shoulders during competitions.

Considerations

Non-competitive jammers are made of nylon and spandex material, durable enough for long time use. You can enjoy these shorts while swimming or relaxing on the beach. They are very comfortable to wear and touch, extremely soft and super-clingy when wet. Wear jammers and rash vests underneath your wetsuit to avoid chafing and rashes. Show off your casual-cool side with jammers and a matching rash vest.

The fitness-swimmer's versions of jammers are not as tight and sheer as competitive ones. The suits cover until just above the knees and are often combined with swim shirts for a more balanced look. You will be sure to stand out from the crowd and catch everyone's attention in this swimming outfit.

Younger male swimmers tend to prefer jammers in part because they are more modest than briefs, according to Swimming World. College-age athletes still wear the classic smaller swim briefs, but kids starting out might be hesitant to work out with so little coverage.

Specifications

• Creates a sleek silhouette in the water
• It keeps the suit tight to the swimmer's body
• It offers more coverage than traditional swim trunks
• Made of high quality material, and dries quickly
• Compression spandex construction provides optimum compression and muscle support, helping to reduce fatigue and extend endurance
• Elasticized drawcord waist