Here’s the honest answer: Yes, you absolutely can.
Let’s take a moment to acknowledge what this question is really about. It’s not about abs. It’s about confidence, comfort, and choosing to feel good in your body exactly as it is today.
There’s no official rulebook for who’s allowed to wear what at the beach. Despite what ads or social media might suggest, you don’t need a six-pack, or any specific body type, to wear a two-piece swimsuit.
The only thing that matters is:
Do you feel good in it?
Do you feel like you in it?
Does it allow you to enjoy the moment?
Shift the Focus to Feeling Good
Instead of focusing on how your body looks in a swimsuit, try shifting the focus to how it makes you feel.
Ask yourself:
- Do I feel supported and comfortable?
- Can I move freely and enjoy the activities I love?
- Does this swimsuit reflect my personal style?
Tips for Choosing a Swimsuit That Helps You Feel Confident
If you’re feeling unsure about what to wear, here are some practical ways to find a swimsuit that helps you feel more confident and comfortable:
- Choose styles that you love.
Focus on colors, cuts, or patterns that feel fun, expressive, or flattering to you. - Try on in a comfortable environment.
Avoid rushed try-ons. If shopping in-store isn’t working for you, try online options and give yourself time to move around in different suits at home. - Accessorize your look.
A great pair of sunglasses, a cover-up you love, a hat, or even a towel you’re excited about can elevate how you feel in your body. - Practice in private.
Try on your swimsuit at home, dance in it, stretch – get used to seeing yourself in it in a neutral way.
- Focus on the fun.
Shift attention from how you look to what you’re doing: swimming, relaxing, laughing with friends.
- Consider curating your social media.
Unfollow accounts that promote unrealistic or rigid beauty standards. Follow diverse, body-inclusive creators who remind you that all bodies belong in swimsuits.
So, can you wear a two-piece without a six-pack? Absolutely. Your worth, confidence, and joy aren’t defined by abs, they’re defined by how fully you allow yourself to show up and enjoy life.
Whether you’re lounging poolside or diving into the waves, the only thing you need to rock a swimsuit is your presence and permission to feel good in your skin.
So if you’ve got a two-piece you love, wear it. No permission needed, no abs required.
Parents, check out our blog on what NOT to say to kids at the pool and what to say instead.
The team at LCWNS is here to support your nutrition needs through the summer fun and beyond.
Wishing you a safe, happy, and healthy summer season.
