Your aquabike outfit does not need to be very sophisticated: a swimsuit adapted and that's it. But your sports bag may be a little more loaded.
For your sessions you can also take with you aquabike shoes, A Bathing cap and glasses swimming pool (you never know).
You wonder what is the ideal outfit and what are the useful accessories? That's good, becauseWe will explain everything to you in this article. So let's go ! 🌊
What to wear for aquabiking?
To go aquabiking, your outfit must be suitable. In other words, it must be comfortable, resistant and should bring you a good maintenance.
Good outfit for aquabike requires a good swimsuit. One or two pieces, you have the choice. But we recommend one-piece swimsuits instead. We'll tell you why a little later. 😉
And in addition to the swimsuit, you can complete your outfit with a Bathing cap, of the aquabike shoes and glasses swimming pool if necessary. But that depends on your aquabike club and you.
THE Bathing cap is often obligatory in swimming pools and aquabike centers. So, certainly he's not very fashionable, but at least he protect your hair water and chlorine.
THE aquabike shoes are not obligatory. But believe us, they can really make a difference. They will allow to avoid friction and the light bulbs at the pedals. In addition, they bring you more stability. We advise you to try them!
As for the swimming goggles, they are optional. During your aquabike class, you will not submerge your head underwater. But if you have sensitive eyes, they will protect against splashes.
And for the chilly, know that you can also find tops to put on over your swimsuit. Especially since on the bike, the water only comes up to your waist. So a t-shirt long sleeves, for example, can help you stay warm !
Which swimsuit for aquabiking?
As promised, it's time to talk about swimsuits. It's like the centerpiece of your aquabiking outfit. So you have the choice between swimsuit one piece Or two pieces.
The one-piece swimsuit
Comfortable, practical and adapted to each person's body shape, the one-piece swimsuit is ideal for aquabike. It brings you a good maintenance and covers your entire bust. In addition, he is resistant and some models are made for sport!
On the other hand, it is true that we must choose your model carefully. Otherwise, you will end up with a swimsuit that is too tight or too cut out. But don't panic, we'll explain how to choose your swimsuit a little later. 👀
The two-piece swimsuit
We're not going to lie to you, the two-piece swimsuit is not not the best for aquabike. It offers you less support and you risk feeling friction.
But with this kind of jersey, you will feel more free to move. It will also be easier to change than with a one-piece swimsuit.
On the other hand, on a aquabike, this kind of swimsuit is not not very comfortable. Depending on the model, it may also be less resistant, or even less suitable. A two-piece swimsuit can even slide Or break away during exercise...
Swimwear interesting two-piece for aquabike are those with a high kind bralette and one down kind shorty. They are suitable for water sports and aquatic fitness, so on that front, no worries.
But for bikinis or bandeaus, we advise you to wait until this summer on the French Riviera to take them out…
Moreover, for choose your swimsuit for the aquabike, whether it is one or two pieces, there are criteria to consider !
How to choose your swimsuit for aquabiking?
To choose your swimsuit for aquabike, you must take into account the criteria following:
- The cup
- The upkeep
- Comfort
- The subjects
- Straps
- The size
We know, it can be a bit much to say like that, but it's important to really be comfortable in your swimsuit!
1. The cut
Your swimsuit should allow you to pedal without discomfort and without friction. Just like it should cover your body well.
You can choose from:
- There triangle shape which will highlight your chest while giving you fairly good support
- THE racerback which will give you good freedom of movement and good support
- There shorty shape which protects against friction on the saddle with comfort
- There high leg shape at thigh level for great freedom of movement
- There strapless or bandeau shape which is not the best, because it lacks support and can slip
2. Maintenance
Your swimsuit must have good support to keep a good posture and breathe without worry. He must support your chest without compressing it, while preventing the jersey from slipping during exercise.
The 3 support solutions that you will find are:
- THE removable shells which slip under the jersey for rather light support
- THE bralettes which provide better support than removable shells
- THE perforated molded shells which are integrated into the jersey for excellent support
3. Comfort
Your swimsuit should not hinder you during your aquabike lessons. It must be both pleasant to wear and offer you a good freedom of movement. But above all, you should not feel any irritation when you wear it.
If your swimsuit is uncomfortable, you will quickly be disappointed with your experience. You must therefore focus a lot on comfort of your jersey which is played at the level:
- Seams
- From the hat
- Elasticity
- From the cover
- Ventilation
- From the adjustment
- Suspenders
- Subjects
4. Materials
For your aquabike swimsuit, you must favor resistant materials At chlorine and to wear and tear. Because yes, chlorine can do a lot of damage to your swimsuit. It can damage the fibers, discolor it, deform it and reduce its elasticity.
Instead, you should choose subjects like polyester, THE polyamide where the lycra. In addition to resist well, these are synthetic materials which dry quickly.
On the other hand, avoid materials like cotton Or elastane. As they are natural, they take time to dry and are not not strong enough. They fade and warp too quickly.
5. Straps
The straps will, in part, play on maintaining of your swimsuit. And there are several types of straps:
- Wide straps
- Crossed straps
- Thin straps
- Adjustable straps
- U or H straps
- Multi-position straps
THE wide straps give you a superior support and distribute pressure evenly across your shoulders. You will have less pain and marks in your back.
THE crossed straps offer you a very good support since they prevent the straps from slipping off the shoulders. You are also freer in your arm movements.
THE adjustable straps help you find the right length. So you can find a maintenance and one personalized comfort.
THE thin straps are quite narrow and therefore give you less support. They are certainly more aesthetic, but not great for aquabiking... On the other hand, they will go very well if you have a small chest.
THE U-shaped straps Or in H are straight (H) or slightly curved (U). These are the ones most commonly found on sports jerseys. They give moderate support. On the other hand, they slide off the shoulders more easily than crossed straps.
And finally, the multi-position straps are versatile since you can adjust them according to your preferences. On the other hand, in terms of maintenance it is not the best of the best.
6. Size
The size of your swimsuit will of course play a big role. With the good size, you will have a good support, A good comfort, etc. So, to choose the right size, the golden rule is to try on your swimsuit!
With a swimsuit too big, folds that will form. It will come rub against your skin or against the saddle, and it's not very pleasant. But the jersey will above all lack of support. And that's not what you're looking for...
If your jersey is too small, you will feel all compressed. Your movements will become more complicated and it can even hurt you. And when a swimsuit is too tight, hello brands and the redness…
In the end, to do aquabike, we recommend the one piece swimsuits with some wide straps Or crossed. And if possible, try to favor those with perforated molded shells. This way, you are (almost) sure of having optimal support.
But as we told you at the very beginning, in addition to your outfit for aquabike, you may use some accessories during your sessions!
What accessories for aquabike?
During your aquabike session, you may use accessories such as elastic, of the dumbbells, of the fries, of the ballasted weights or even some flippers.
These accessories will notably make it possible to:
- To diversify exercises
- Work the different parts from the body
- To strenghten your coordination and balance
- Bring a little fun and of challenge
- Increase the resistance some water
- Intensify the effort
In general, the accessories you will be provided, but if you prefer, you can always take your own.
If you count take your own accessories, you must check that they are clean, suitable for water, resistant and easy to store.
Also think about ask the coach if you can bring your own equipment. Otherwise you risk bringing all this for nothing...
In addition to these accessories, you can also purchase your own gel aquabike saddle. But that’s if you’re really a fan of aquabike and you go there almost every day. She will bring you more comfort by further dampening movements.
And if you really are one crazy about sports, you can even invest in a waterproof sports watch. This is far from essential. But you can use it for almost any other practice and it will allow you to:
- Measure your heart rate
- Time your session time
- Know the number of calories burned
- Etc.
How to clean your outfit and accessories after your aquabike session?
You know, the centerpiece of your aquabike outfit is your swimsuit. And to maintain and clean it after your sessions, we advise you to:
- THE rinse with cold water to eliminate chlorine and sweat
- THE wash with a mild natural soap or detergent for delicate textiles
- THE Allow to dry in the open air, flat to prevent it from deforming
- Do not use the dryer, iron or bleach to avoid damaging the fibers
- Sometimes the soak in a mixture of water and white vinegar or baking soda to disinfect (not after each session)
- Check from time to time jersey wear, especially at the buttocks level (this is the part that wears out the fastest)
And as for the others accessories and material (shoes, swimming cap, etc.) well, it's a bit the same thing:
- Rinsewash them with clean water to remove the chlorine
- Clean-them with a mild natural soap
- Leave them to dry in the open air, flat
- From time to time, disinfect them with a mixture of water and white vinegar or baking soda
Conclusion
Your aquabike outfit can be summed up in one piece: your swimsuit. You just have to make it comfortable and that it brings you a good maintenance so as not to be embarrassed during your sessions.
We recommend the one piece swimsuits. This is also what Marie, one of our Aqua by members, chose, who told us she was very comfortable in her swimsuit during her sessions and for your cardio exercises in aquagym.
And for even more comfort, you can opt for aquabike shoes. They will help you avoid blisters or chafing on your feet.
Put on your best outfit and come try aquabiking at Aqua by
Now that you know what to pack in your gym bag, all you have to do is take the plunge. And for that, Aqua by is the ideal studio.
At the house of Aqua by, we invite you to (re)discover aquabike from a new angle. You're not just going to pedal in the water, but you're going to experience a real sports experience !
Our course are designed for one thing: you let off steam And let go. And all this, gently thanks to the benefits of water.
Our coaches are here for you to guide on each session. They help you adapt the exercises according to your pace, so that everyone has fun.
In addition, our sessions are accessible to everyone. No matter your level, you have your place on aquabikes!
And what's better than a sauna and one hammam at the end of the session to relax? You will tell us the news…
So if you want to let go the time of a aquabike lessons, go to one of our 4 studios located in Paris and Boulogne. Join us and take the plunge! 💦
