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Do you run? Do you work out at the gym? Do you do yoga? Whatever discipline you choose, a comfortable sports bra is essential! Here are the tips on choosing a suitable sports bra for your activities to ensure comfort and optimum support for your bust.
In this article
Sports bra – why do you need it, and why should you invest in one?
Sports bra – how to choose the right size? Here are some tips
Sports bras for yoga, Pilates and stretching – which one to choose?
Short summary
Why do you need a sports bra? A sports bra supports your breasts during exercise and prevents them from moving too much. This can help to reduce discomfort and pain, and it can also help to protect your breast tissue from damage.
How to choose a sports bra? Consider size, support, and material.
How to choose the right size sports bra?
• Measure your underbust and bust circumference.
• Choose a bra with the right band size and cup size.
Which sports bra for a large bust? Choose a high-support sports bra with wide straps and moulded cups.
Padded vs. unpadded sports bra? Padding is not necessary, but can provide additional support and comfort.
What support level do you need?
• High-support bras are best for high-impact activities and large busts.
• Medium-support bras are good for medium-impact activities and smaller busts.
• Low-support bras are best for low-impact activities and smaller busts.
Material matters. Choose a sports bra made from a breathable and moisture-wicking fabric.
Running sports bra tips 🏃♀️
• Choose a high-support or medium-support sports bra.
• Make sure the material is breathable and moisture-wicking.
Sports bra for yoga, Pilates, and stretching 🧘♀️
• Choose a soft sports bra with low to medium support.
• Make sure the material is comfortable and allows for freedom of movement.
We talk a lot about the importance of choosing comfortable clothing for exercise, but in the case of a sports bra, it is much more than a question of comfort or efficiency. During exercise, your breasts move intensely, which leads to skin tightening. As a result, over time, it becomes flabby and loses elasticity. The right sports bra will, therefore, not only make you more comfortable while jumping, running or training at the gym. Above all, it will protect and support the breasts and, consequently, positively affect the condition of the bust!
There is no doubt that a sports bra is a must-have piece of workout attire. But how do you choose a sports bra to enjoy maximum comfort and the right level of support? Pay particular attention to three considerations when making your purchase:
Size – a well-chosen sports bra must fit like a glove. Otherwise, it will not serve its purpose.
Support – match it to the type of activity and bust size.
Material – as with leggings or exercise tops, a sports bra should be made from a breathable fabric, preferably one that wicks moisture away.
For a bra to offer a good level of support, first and foremost, it must be in the right size. It is recognised that a bra for exercise should be slightly tighter than the one you wear every day. It is important that the band under the bust fits snugly but does not restrict movement and allows you to breathe freely. The cup, on the other hand, should cover the entire breast and limit the movement of the bust during exercise. To choose the right size of sports bra, it is best to take your body measurements with a tape measure:
underbust circumference on the exhale,
bust circumference at nipple height.
Round the resulting measurements down. For example: if your underbust circumference is exactly 73 cm, choose a sports bra with a circumference of 70.
Choosing the right size of a sports bra is particularly important if you have large breasts. If you wear bras with D, E, F cups or larger, your breasts will need strong support during workouts. A key consideration is a good fit of the bra band. It is this part of the sports bra that is responsible for supporting the weight of the breasts and immobilising them during exercise. Adjustable, wide straps and two separate moulded cups will also improve your comfort.
What about padding? Does a good sports bra for running, fitness or yoga have to have underwire? Not necessarily. The wires, which in classic bras are responsible for supporting the bust, may pinch or irritate the skin during activity. This is why, instead of underwires, other methods of stiffening, such as compression, are used in sports bras. Wide, sturdy elastic bands under the breasts or properly shaped cups also provide adequate support.
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View productWhen it comes to support, there are three types of sports bra to choose from: high, medium and low support. They differ primarily in their cuts and in the ways in which they support the bust.
High-support sports bras – provide support for each breast separately. They are usually made of extremely durable materials, have a wide band under the bust and wide straps. They are ideal for highly dynamic activities such as running or CrossFit workouts and for women with large breasts.
Medium-support sports bras – will work well for fitness, cycling or the gym. Like the high-support models, they have two separate moulded cups to keep the bust in check.
Low-support sports bras – press the breasts against the body and thus prevent them from moving during sporting activities. They use a compression method and are often in the form of a top. They pass the test for ladies with smaller breasts or during low-intensity workouts such as Nordic walking, yoga or Pilates.
The material of the sports bra also has a huge impact on comfort. The fabric should be stretchy, durable and at the same time breathable. It will make the underwear provide you with thermal comfort even during dynamic workouts. A great solution is 4F sports bras with 4F Dry technology. They are not only breathable, but also wick moisture away to keep your skin dry!
And how to choose a sports bra for running? During jogging, your breasts move up and down rapidly, which can cause discomfort and, in women with larger busts, even pain. Not wearing the right running bra for many years can eventually lead to a weakening of the so-called Cooper's ligaments and a loss of firmness of the bust. This is why it is important to opt for a well-fitting sports bra with high or medium support. Pay particular attention to the material. During running, we sweat intensely, and our body temperature rises. A comfortable bra should therefore ventilate the skin and keep moisture away. A similar one will work well at the gym or during CrossFit workouts.
Women with small breasts, who train at a lower intensity, can opt for a soft sports bra. In the case of yoga, Pilates or stretching, you do not need high support. What matters more is comfort and freedom of movement. The 4F seamless yoga bra, made of soft, stretchy knit fabric, could be the right choice.
The bottom line: a good sports bra affects comfort, convenience and performance, and in the long term, it also affects the good condition of your breasts and health. Make sure it fits you properly, and you will definitely feel the difference.
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When buying a sports bra, pay particular attention to three things: size – a well-chosen sports bra must fit like a glove, support – select it depending on the type of activity and bust size, material – a sports bra should be made of breathable fabric that wicks moisture away.
A sports bra should be slightly tighter than the one you wear every day so that it fits tightly to your body and does not restrict movement. The cup should cover the entire breast and limit bust movement during exercise. To choose the right size of a sports bra, it is best to measure the circumference under the bust on the exhale and the bust circumference at nipple height and round the measurements down.
When running, the bust moves up and down rapidly, so it is important to opt for a well-fitting sports bra with high or medium support. A comfortable sports bra should ventilate the skin and keep moisture away.
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