What Works When You’re Swimming Laps
When you’re swimming laps the back of your suit matters most. It affects support shoulder freedom and comfort and it’s also the part everyone sees when they’re staring down the black line. A well designed back lets you swim freely without distraction and keeps everything where it should be through every set.
With so many women’s swimsuit back styles available it can be hard to know what will work best for your body and your swim. There’s no universal best just what suits your stroke your shoulders and how you like to train.
Racerback
Racerback swimsuits are a training staple and one of the most popular styles for regular swimmers. Wider straps and a smaller back opening provide strong support and a secure feel that stays put through long sessions and harder sets.
At Face the Water racerbacks are a go to for swimmers who want reliable supportive swimwear for pool and ocean training.
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Speedo Colour Block Once Piece
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Funkita Diamond Back One Piece
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Speedo Solid Racer Back One Piece
- Speedo Race Zip Swimsuit
V Back Trapeze or Open Back
V back trapeze and open back styles are designed for freedom of movement. Slim straps sit away from the shoulder blades allowing full shoulder rotation and a lighter feel through the upper body. These styles are popular for squad sessions interval training and faster swims.
They suit confident swimmers who prioritise performance and range of motion and like a clean athletic look from behind.
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Funkita Single Strap
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Funkita Diamond Back
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Speedo Solid V-Back
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Speedo Web Back
- Kozii Elite Bind
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Crossback
Crossback swimsuits sit comfortably between support and flexibility. The crossed straps help distribute tension evenly while still allowing good shoulder movement. They’re a strong all round option for swimmers who want structure without the bulk of wider straps.
Crossbacks work well for mixed sessions including technique work steady laps and faster efforts.
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Kozii Elite X
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Speedo Scoop Neck
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Kozii X Over
Scoop Back or U Back
Scoop back and U back swimsuits are comfort first designs. The more open shape makes them easy to get on and off and forgiving across the shoulders and back. These styles are popular for steady swims longer sessions and relaxed training.
They’re a great option for swimmers who value comfort and ease without compromising on durability.
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Speedo Scoop Back styles
Tie Back
Tie back swimsuits offer adjustability when standard sizing doesn’t quite work. Being able to control strap length and tension allows a more customised fit which is especially helpful for longer or shorter torsos or swimmers between sizes.
Once tied correctly tie backs feel secure and comfortable and adapt well to different body shapes.
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Funkita Tie Me Tight styles
Clip Back Full Back or High Front
Clip back full back and high front styles provide more coverage and a secure locked in feel. With higher coverage across the chest and a firm fastening at the back these styles suit swimmers who prefer modest coverage or swim outdoors and in cooler conditions.
They’re often chosen for ocean swimming open water training and longer sessions where security matters.
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Speedo Hydrasuit
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Orca Open Water and neoprene Bather
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Choosing the Right Swimsuit Back Style
The best women’s swimsuit back style is the one that works for your stroke your shoulders and your swim. Training intensity body shape and personal preference all play a role and what works for one swimmer won’t suit another.
If you’re unsure which back style will suit you best reach out to Face the Water. We specialise in fit first swimwear for real swimmers and we’re always happy to help you find a suit that feels right in the water.
See you in the lane.
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