How to Look Slim in Swimwear
Looking good in a swimsuit is something men and women both desire, especially when the weather heats up and the beach starts calling swimmers and sunbathers to bask in its delights. If you've put on a few pounds and know you need a swimsuit that will hide them, there are a few basic guidelines you can follow to choose swimwear that will flatter you rather than accentuate the extra weight you've put on. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Lycra swimsuit or board shorts and rash guard
- Spray tan product
- Resistance bands
- Running shoes
Instructions
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Look for a one-piece swimsuit made from Lycra as that material will help hold in unsightly lumps and give you a slimmer, smoother, overall shape. Select a dark color, such as black, deep purple or navy blue. Look for a suit with a V-shaped neckline and color highlights below the hip. Complement the suit with a free-flowing cover up or wrap that has a dark base color with a bright color running through it as a highlight.
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Purchase a pair of long board shorts and a loose-fitting rash guard if you are a man to cover your stomach and accentuate your calves. Select a dark base color accentuated by colored panels on the bottom outside leg panels. Avoid checkered or striped patterns.
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Apply a spray tan to your chest, neck, arms and legs the day before heading out to the beach to give yourself a sleek, bronzed look.
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Begin working out with resistance bands to build and tone your arm, leg and abdominal muscles throughout the swim season. Introduce cardio exercise, such as running, biking or swimming at least 30 minutes a day to shed those extra pounds you put on and look even better in your new swim wear.
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Tips & Warnings
Talk to your doctor before beginning any new exercise program to make sure you are healthy and fit for a new exercise routine.
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