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Swimmers come in all shapes and sizes, but sometimes it can be difficult to find a wetsuit that not only fits but also supports your swimming goals. Angus Greenwood of Yonda explains how to choose a wetsuit that is the right fit for you - whether you are an apple, pear or breaststroker
Find a wetsuit that fits
Matching the size, fit and buoyancy of a wetsuit to a swimmer is fundamental to how well it performs and supports the swimmer in the water. With swimmers coming in all shapes and sizes, it shouldn’t come as too much of surprise that many swimmers struggle to find a suitable swim wetsuit when most major wetsuit brands are sold with sizing based on height and weight only. Some brands in the last couple of years have increased their sizing to cater for taller swimmers and to differentiate between male and female cuts as well as buoyancy. However, most wetsuits are still tailored more towards the thinner / average build.