Last updated on May 11th, 2020 at 12:01 pm
Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you want to go swimming, but you did not pack your swimming costume? I tend to forget to pack some items when going on vacation. Or maybe you did not get around to buying a new swimming costume for this summer and are wondering, can I use a sports bra for swimming?
Yes. You can swim in a sports bra. But there are factors you need to take into consideration before you go diving into your pool in your sports bra.
Chief among them is the effect of chlorine or saltwater on the fabric used to make the sports bra. And the pros and cons of wearing a sports bra while swimming.
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Will Chlorine Damage a Sports Bra?
For starters, some sports bras are not meant to be used in swimming pools. Imagine the feeling when you come out of a chlorine-based swimming pool with a pale blue sports bra that was formerly dark blue. To avoid this, look into getting a sports bra suitable for swimming.
Think along the lines of a sports bra that you would wear if you were to participate in a triathlon, which would ideally be a waterproof sports bra.
Pros and Cons of Swimming in a Sports Bra
On the plus side, a sports bra will provide you with excellent support as you perform a wide range of swimming movements and exercises. On the only other hand, sports bras are designed to be restrictive as they are meant for medium for high impact exercises, which not be ideal for casual swimming.
Another plus to consider is that a well-fitted sports bras would be ideal for larger breasted women as they need more support than those small triangular patches. That most swimsuits have to serve as swimsuit bikini tops have. The other downside is that sports bras take longer to dry than regular swimsuits.
If you do not find most swimsuit tops suitable for your larger bust, or if you do not like most swimsuit tops that come with a swimsuit, you can invest in some waterproof bra for swimming. This will provide much-needed support and coverage.
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Lastly, it is up to you to decide whether you are willing to incur the cost of replacing your sports bra or miss out on a potentially fun swim session. Missed opportunities are more regrettable than the cost of replacing a sports bra.