How stretchy is it? Can one use this suit for lap swimming?
268839
A dive skin might be better than a wetsuit for lap swimming. However, I did a lot of diving with this and found it to be very comfortable and 'effortless,' so lap swimming might be okay if you are willing to strain your muscles slightly against its natural tendency to spring back to neutral position. The size is perfect for me - it is a size 14 and I am a size 14/16.
268840
You can use it for lap swimming but should note that the ribbing on teh edge of the sleeves and the legs is a bit tight...even with many uses, I found them tight.
268841
The suit is fairly stretchy, and easier to swim in than a full suit. I haven't really tried to swim many laps with it on, although I have worn it in the pool and swum a few laps. It wouldn't be my first choice to swim laps with a wet suit on, but once you're in the water, this suit is comfortable.
556583
It needs to fit perfect also in the pants because in the water it will be a problem if you have water inside the suit you'll be carrying more weight. I first used one of a friend for an olympic triathlon, that is my same size and was perfect for me . That why I decide to by one.
2184481
It is stretchy but any regular case makes it a super tight fit. Battery cases are too big. I end up taking my case off.
1241529
This suit runs tight with no stretch and is very short in the legs. I would get the largest one. A better-fitting suit with lots of stretch is the Dolphin Aquatic. Its legs are longer as well.
567291
I have movement room in mine and the elastic leg bottoms keep you from tripping on it. Hard to compare I'm 6' 4" 230 and the XL allows me to move freely. Hope that helps but this suit is awesome!
1234256
It is very stretchy, and will fit wrists of all sizes. It eventually stretches to your size, but never is too tight.
691209
Not sure what the others have who say it is stretchy, but mine is not stretchy at all. It is a fleece type of material.
450950
Hello. I would attempt to get the dimensions of the thigh, waist and chest of the individual suit and compare to your actual measurements. BTW this product works. :)
134671
It is not really "fitted" for a lap but i cant imagine it is very uncomfortable. I honestly don't use it like that so this is the best answer in can give you.
2475
Ok just speaking for myself and my experience. I am NOWHERE near your bra size. I am teeny, always have been since ballet when I was young. I am 5' 4" and around 128-130. Frighteningly for me I had to go with a Large in this suit. It fits comfortably but not very loose so is secure for swimming laps. All I can say is if I had a hard time getting into a large I really can't imagine you fitting into. Large. But you can always order and try and return in case I am wrong. Not sure if this helps but hope so. I think you would have better luck with anXL or more in the Sporti brand unitard. Good luck! Ok just speaking for myself and my experience. I am NOWHERE near your bra size. I am teeny, always have been since ballet when I was young. I am 5' 4" and around 128-130. Frighteningly for me I had to go with a Large in this suit. It fits comfortably but not very loose so is secure for swimming laps. All I can say is if I had a hard time getting into a large I really can't imagine you fitting into. Large. But you can always order and try and return in case I am wrong. Not sure if this helps but hope so. I think you would have better luck with anXL or more in the Sporti brand unitard.... » Read More Ok just speaking for myself and my experience. I am NOWHERE near your bra size. I am teeny, always have been since ballet when I was young. I am 5' 4" and around 128-130. Frighteningly for me I had to go with a Large in this suit. It fits comfortably but not very loose so is secure for swimming laps. All I can say is if I had a hard time getting into a large I really can't imagine you fitting into. Large. But you can always order and try and return in case I am wrong. Not sure if this helps but hope so. I think you would have better luck with anXL or more in the Sporti brand unitard. Good luck! « Show Less
993554
I'm 6 and 275 (lineman) and it's fits fine on me. I think that's the size I have. Good quality. I've blasted through several of the cheap ones. But on some long johns or a sweat shirt and this suit and you will soak it in 30min.
7376
We are using it in the pool for the first few weeks of swim team. Our outdoor pool just opened, and our practices start next week, and I'm expecting it to still be to chilly to swim without something like this :) I just plan to make sure to rinse it after every practice.If you are asking if it will be too warm in the summer, I'm not sure about that. It would be warmer than just a regular swim suit.
58460
Yes, I bought it for that purpose specifically. Suit offers good flexibility; I wouldn't buy anything greater than 3mm for surfing.Hope this helps!
143265
Yes you should be fine. I'm 5"4 and about 135 lbs and mine is a small and it fits just fine I love this suit. I'm a swim instructor so I use it everyday.
1417238
I doubt it would work well for swimming...the fit isn't so great to begin with
949992
Perfect for swimming lap. I order a wide but a little tight. But works great. Have to take off after a while because it hurts. Order the right size so it fits properly.
426954
I really can't give you a percentage but I can tell you it doesn't have a ton of stretch. If you bought the right size, I think it would be great for water aerobics. In my opinion, the sizes run a little small so I would buy a size larger than usual.