Here’s the List Every Swimmer Needs

The Art of Not Forgetting Your Undies (Again)

You’ve tracked your splits. You’ve optimised your stroke rate. But somehow… you’ve left the house without underwear. Again. Fear not - here’s a checklist backed by cold, hard experience!

✅ The Non-Negotiables (Don’t Even Think About Leaving These Out):

• Goggles
  Essential for literally seeing where you’re going. We recommend the FINIS Tide Goggles: engineered with an anti-fog coating and a curved lens for a wider field of view. Bonus: Pack a backup pair (preferably one that hasn’t been marinating in the bottom of your bag for 2 years).

• Towel
  Ideally absorbent. Ideally clean. Ideally not the size of a dinner napkin.

• Swim Cap
  Reduce drag. Protect your hair. Avoid awkward lane partner hair whips. Science agrees—caps help performance.

• TRISWIM Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash
  Formulated with aloe and vitamins, this stuff neutralises chlorine like a charm. Your skin and hair will thank you.

• Water Bottle
  Hydration boosts endurance and brain function. Bring it, use it, refill it.

• Post-swim fuel
  Banana, protein ball, Shapes - whatever gets you to glycogen recovery. No judgement, just carbs.

💡 The “You'll Miss Me When I’m Gone” List:

• Hairbrush or Comb
  You will forget this. Every time. Don’t.

• Sliders or Thongs (for feet, people)
  Wet change room floors are a microbial wonderland. Protect those soles.

• TRISWIM Lotion
  Rehydrates and calms post-pool skin with vitamin E and chamomile. Bonus: you won’t flake like a croissant.

• FOGGIES Anti-Fog Wipes
  Because visibility = performance. Spit is technically functional, but… come on.

• Spare Undies
  Avoid the soggy post-swim denim cling. You only make this mistake once (…or six times).

🧬 Honourable Mentions for the Chronically Prepared:

• Nose Clip / Ear Plugs
  The science says: comfort improves consistency. If it helps, it goes in.

• Bag with Wet Gear Compartment
  Keep your tech and dry gear separate. We rate the JAYD Swimwear Backpack - designed by people who’ve made the wet-towel-phone-murder mistake.

• Extra Hair Tie
  Swimmers know: one snap and your entire warm-up is derailed.

• Solid Playlist
  Whether you're visualising gold medals or zoning out, auditory motivation is valid performance prep.