I started swimming nine years ago. I didn't swim in high school --no swim team and so never thought I could swim in college. I started by taking swim lessons at the local YMCA and watching swim videos online.
I too always wanted to wear speedos but at first was too embarrassed and self-conscious. I was never overweight --6'3" and around 210, by I did yo-yo a bit and at my heaviest was 222. It was at that point that I started swimming.
I first wore jammers, then Moved to Lycra trunks (mid thigh), and then eventually to swim briefs. Even with the swim briefs, my suits evolved as I got more fit.
I'm now 182#, lean and toned with a "swimmers V" and I generally wear the TYR 2" side suits or the Turbo water polo suits. I am more confident and have the attitude that "I'm a swimmer and swimmers wear swim briefs."
Start out doing a length in the pool (25 yds) with a goal of doing 10 lengths in a workout. Use the kick board; look into proper use of a pull buoy. Then, as your form and endurance improve, increase to doing a lap and keep building up. Seriously though, take swimming classes to learn proper form --that will serve you the best --learn good habits, practice good habits.
When you swim well, you will feel better, be in better shape, and be able to confidently wear any suit you want because you will be a SWIMMER! Good luck!
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