What is fluidflex in arms and shoulders? Can you swim laps with this jacket since it is 2mm throughout? Wondering if I should look for one that has 1mm in the arms.
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Hi, the "fluid-flex" is a round shoulder cut with a glued piece under the armpit. It flexes better than a single piece arm. This jacket is pretty good at the price, and you can swim laps in it. However, Xcel also makes a zippered front jacket (new this year I think). It is a little more money, but Xcel makes the best quality and most comfortable wet suits out there! For swimming in a cool pool, I use the Xcel Infinity "Xcelerator"! It is 1mm front/back/shoulders with a .5mm material under arms and down the sides. I have two of these!!! For me, 2mm is a little heavy for most pools. If you have a hard time finding the Xcel products (they do list on Amazon) you can find the stuff on the on-line store at Xcel.com
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It might be easier if you are a fast swimmer. I swim laps with mine but I am a slow swimmer. The vest is a little restrictive but does keep me warm. Thanks
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Hi, the "fluid-flex" is a round shoulder cut with a glued piece under the armpit. It flexes better than a single piece arm. This jacket is pretty good at the price, and you can swim laps in it. However, Xcel also makes a zippered front jacket (new this year I think). It is a little more money, but Xcel makes the best quality and most comfortable wet suits out there! For swimming in a cool pool, I use the Xcel Infinity "Xcelerator"! It is 1mm front/back/shoulders with a .5mm material under arms and down the sides. I have two of these!!! For me, 2mm is a little heavy for most pools. If you have a hard time finding the Xcel products (they do list on Amazon) you can find the stuff on the on-line store at Xcel.com Hi, the "fluid-flex" is a round shoulder cut with a glued piece under the armpit. It flexes better than a single piece arm. This jacket is pretty good at the price, and you can swim laps in it. However, Xcel also makes a zippered front jacket (new this year I think). It is a little more money, but Xcel makes the best quality and most comfortable wet suits out there! For swimming in a cool pool, I use the Xcel Infinity "Xcelerator"! It is 1mm front/back/shoulders with a .5mm material under arms and down the sides. I have two of these!!! For me, 2mm is a little heavy for... » Read More Hi, the "fluid-flex" is a round shoulder cut with a glued piece under the armpit. It flexes better than a single piece arm. This jacket is pretty good at the price, and you can swim laps in it. However, Xcel also makes a zippered front jacket (new this year I think). It is a little more money, but Xcel makes the best quality and most comfortable wet suits out there! For swimming in a cool pool, I use the Xcel Infinity "Xcelerator"! It is 1mm front/back/shoulders with a .5mm material under arms and down the sides. I have two of these!!! For me, 2mm is a little heavy for most pools. If you have a hard time finding the Xcel products (they do list on Amazon) you can find the stuff on the on-line store at Xcel.com « Show Less
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Lynn, I forgot to mention that Victory KoreDry (made in USA, Huntington Beach, Ca.) makes a very good swim shirt! It is not a front zip, just as the Xcelerator is not a front zip, but it is top quality-and the price is good. That shirt has a 2mm front and back panel with the arms and shoulders made of their nylon "koredry" material (which is very good-my favorite rashguards). You will find this at the VictoryKoredry.com site under the "kill the chill" category. This is the "neoshirt", not the fleece shirt(which is a "super" sweat shirt-very nice). I have one of these "neoshirts", and it is very good for the swimming pool! DL Lynn, I forgot to mention that Victory KoreDry (made in USA, Huntington Beach, Ca.) makes a very good swim shirt! It is not a front zip, just as the Xcelerator is not a front zip, but it is top quality-and the price is good. That shirt has a 2mm front and back panel with the arms and shoulders made of their nylon "koredry" material (which is very good-my favorite rashguards). You will find this at the VictoryKoredry.com site under the "kill the chill" category. This is the "neoshirt", not the fleece shirt(which is a "super" sweat shirt-very nice). I... » Read More Lynn, I forgot to mention that Victory KoreDry (made in USA, Huntington Beach, Ca.) makes a very good swim shirt! It is not a front zip, just as the Xcelerator is not a front zip, but it is top quality-and the price is good. That shirt has a 2mm front and back panel with the arms and shoulders made of their nylon "koredry" material (which is very good-my favorite rashguards). You will find this at the VictoryKoredry.com site under the "kill the chill" category. This is the "neoshirt", not the fleece shirt(which is a "super" sweat shirt-very nice). I have one of these "neoshirts", and it is very good for the swimming pool! DL « Show Less
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So this vest is definitely not for non-swimmer. While it provides outstanding flotation, at your finger tips, while snorkeling. There is a disclaimer on the inside of the vest, expressing that it should not be used as a PFD. Also, the darn thing rides up on you. You have to rig something to keep it down, especially when slightly inflated. That said, it does provide awesome flotation if you are snorkeling for a long time...
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Does this BodyMedia FIT Armband sold by BodyMedia come with a subscription? Or do I need to purchase one when I receive it in the mail?I am debating between purchasing it from Amazon or Costco. I'd like to be able to purchase it from Amazon because I'll have it in two days, but only if it comes with a subscription.Thank you in advance!
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I have 15in arms also but I have fluid build up in my arms. Just received my XL sleeve and the top keeps rolling down. It's super uncomfortable so now wondering if I should send them back and get another size?
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Sorry for the delay! My arm (as I measured top of shoulder to middle finger tip) is approx. 28 inches. Sleeve from seam to end is approx. 26 inches. It's perfect for me. But definitely longer on my hand than the model pictured. I don't like when sleeves end at my wrists. Plus the wrist cuff lining is my one of my favorite parts as it doesn't allow any cold air up your sleeve! Good luck
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Hi Wendy, I go to the gym at least twice a week here in Maryland and use the Belkin Armband all the time. There is a slight bit of moisture on my nano when I'm done, but it has not harmed the nano to this point. However, the conditions you are running in, I would probably use a plastic 'baggie' over top of the armband as I personally do not believe it would keep the nano dry over time. Again...just my obervations and opinion. Hope you are doing well. chuck
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We returned ours because the sizing chart wasn't accurate....we meant to purchase another but never got around to it. I will try to help from what I remember.....It was very good quality. Any life jacket will restrict some movement...but they will definitely be able to navigate. Neoprene is the breathable material that is used in things like wet suits.....it is a very comfortable material .....hope this helps :)
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Yow! That could be coooold! I would maybe look at a 4 or 5 mm thickness suit, that said, this is so cheap and if you get it on prime with free returns... Anyway, I'd guess Medium so you're not wrestling too much to get it on. It does need to be fairly tight and in contact with the skin to work properly, mine has a spot in the small of my back that doesn't contact so it makes a cold spot, which seems to be typical of low-cost wetsuits, but at this price I can't complain too much.
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The vest I ordered was too small and seemed very stiff. I doubt if you could swim in it because it basically keeps your head and shoulders out of the water; I guess, just as a lifejacket is suppose to do. I hope this helps you with your decision.
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Courtney D., I'm not sure why they stopped making the one specifically for women. However, as our physiology is formed the same in our appendages, the "Flex Pro" should do the same job on your arms as it does on mine.
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I use it for Swimming , I seen One for Swiming , the Face is covered for the whole Face like Plastic FoodWrap. My Friend Got One from AMAZON!!!
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Yes, you slip into it like the half of a sleeveless jacket. Then you fasten it to your body with the attached Velcro straps under the arm and across the body. You don't have to hold it in place. I find it very practical that you can move and walk around wearing it. It will stay in place. - I like to add that it covers one side of your shoulder at a time, but you can turn it inside out to treat the other side of the shoulder. Hope this will explain it better.
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I swam with mine in a lap pool. Never leaked but it is reall bulky and you can feel it holding you back on your wrist. when swimming, I used a smaller hr monitor watch for swim because that was all I needed and it wasn't getting in the way.
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I was in the same situation and ordered a small. It fits me really well, and I even ordered a second one. I was worried about it being too tight, but it fit fine right when I put it on my elbow. I'm female with toned but lanky arms -- but I went with this choice because I read several reviews (I believe by men) where they dropped down one or even two sizes just to get more compression and had good results. I wear the sleeve for working out, so if you're wanting to sleep in it or potentially even wear it all day, however, your choice might be different.
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I am a average size person, this one should fit people withe average size arm. Be warned that I have owned the Omron machine for the 3rd year and had to replace with 2 of these cuffs(they leaked air). Made in China, that says something. These are for home use, not professional grade.
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A larger arm cuff is available. Call Blipcare customer service. They provided mine at no charge.
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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.