?: Doc says my boobs are too big to run?

Sirxx99

Dr.'s dont know everything.... they give advice based on statistics.... I say double up on sports bra and know your limits.. The only person that knows what is good for you..... is YOU. If you went to the DR's because you have massive back issues then jogging is probably not a good idea. For every problem there is a solution you may just have to take the time out to see what works best for you.

KeriW626

My best friends daughter is also a DD, 34 I would think. I know she is a DD we talked about it. She uses sports bras, to keep them strapped down. But she does run, she runs 5 ks regularly. If I knew her sn here I would give her yours, etc...

Maybe rephrase your question, to direct it at runners with D to DD boobs, I think that will get you some serious answers, well more of them anyway. good luck.

beckie4442

I bought a shock absorber and that keeps my english 34FF's pretty much in place. Just start slowly.

CarrieAnne22

My doctor says with the size of my boobs (36D/34DD - depending on where I shop), and with my current weight (170 lb), that I should not run. She says that it will be too hard on my joints and my back.
HOWEVER, I'm told that circuit training and running are the best way to lose weight - especially to get a flat tummy and nice lean legs... which... of course, is my ultimate goal.
Any thoughts?

I call BS on that one. I was 32 G when started running.

^^^this. I was a 42F & 205lbs when I started running. I'm now down to 166, but am still a 38DD/F depending on the bra. You just have to make sure you have a good running bra. Or if you're tight on money like myself, double up with 2 that may be a bit more inferior. I prefer a tight lil' cheapo one paired with a nice, thick spandex-y work-out tank that I have. Keeps everything nice & snug without any bouncing. And I have sufffered from back pain for more than 20 years. I say give it a try and see how it feels for you.

CDeRuyter

As a 34DDD, I understand. I do not run and I LOATHE anything like jumping jacks. The best advice is to wear a great bra (Le Mystere 320 is a GREAT sports bra - You can find them on eBay because they are $$$ at the store). For cardio and fat burning, the Arc trainer is really good at getting your heart rate up without bouncing too much as well as the stair climber. I do Zumba a few times a week and found that, although, there is some impact, the 'boys' are good.

Doing weights will also help. Keeping our core and back strong are important to ladies such as us!

BTW, I am 5'2", 152 lbs.

EuphonyChloeH

I'm about the same size and currently weigh just over 190. I run for cardio and wear a decent bra, and my boobs don't give me too much trouble. Frankly I think your doc is a bit whack, but still a doctor, so why not compromise - invest in a quality sports bra that's made specifically for high endurance activities, and start by walking. Take good care of your back by stretching and doing some strength training, too. Once you've lost some weight just from that, I'd go see the doc again to see if you can take it up a notch.

demery12371

Too funny!!! I have 38DD and with the right sports bra, I run just fine... No problems at all!
I went to my local Fleet Feet and was properly fitted for a sports bra and last fall ran my first 1/2 marathon...

I think you need a second opinion and a good sports bra

wtfusernameisnttaken

My doctor says with the size of my boobs (36D/34DD - depending on where I shop), and with my current weight (170 lb), that I should not run. She says that it will be too hard on my joints and my back.
HOWEVER, I'm told that circuit training and running are the best way to lose weight - especially to get a flat tummy and nice lean legs... which... of course, is my ultimate goal.
Any thoughts?

I'm a 36DD or a 38D depending on the company. Get yourself a good restrictive sports bra and you'll be fine.

ballerina454

I wear a 36G and I run half marathons. I have never heard this before, but you have been severely misinformed by your doctor!!! Get a good sports bra. Freya Active, Wacoal Sport, and Shock Absorber make greta bras in bigger sizes.

Get out there and RUN!!!

Beth720

I'm a 38DD at 5ft 6in and around 172 pounds and have completed 1 marathon, 4 half marathons, 1 10-mile race and numerous shorter races - plus the training involved in all of those. I'm not fast, but I get it done.

It's called finding the correct sports bra, and there are no issues whatsoever. Personally I use Moving Comfort's Fiona bra and love it.

Your doctor is an idiot.

deejaycee114

strap your girls down and go jogging! i wear 2 sports bras and a sports tank with a built in bra to keep my puppies down when i go for my jogs. they're not that big...at least, i don't think they are...but keeping the girls down has helped. only pain i had was with my shins during the first week...then my knees a couple of weeks later, but i'm sure all of that was just because i was starting out. no pain since. i say try it for a week and see how it goes.

sherise1214

I think you might want to ask the doctor more questions. Heavy breasts need more support, but he could be telling you this based on your history, such as a joints and arthritis in your family etc., and along with how tall you are, your ultimate goal weight etc., but to say you wont be able to ever run is broad, maybe after you get to a lower weight, make sure you do exercises to strengthen your stomach and back to support your breasts and running. All those questions along with your individual body requirements, might be able to get you to be able to run, or even a modified run such as run 3 min/ walk 2 etc., The point is more questions as to why the NO running for you prescription, or perhaps he meant at the weight you are now and how its distributed. Two people at the same height and weight can look completely different. Its a personal thing.

erikblock

My girlfriend is unable to run for this reason. She was never told by a doctor not to run, but it's too painful for her. She's only 5'2", weighs about 130, and wears a 34DD.

bcattoes

Sorry, I didn't read the 8 pages of replies so this may have been covered. Do you have existing joint or back problems? Also, how tall are you.

I'm 5'5" and considerably older than you (based on profile pic) and when I started to run again I was just under 170 and wore a 36D and had no problems. Just make sure you have a good supportive exercise bra. I use the Moving Comfort Mia bra and love it!

If you do have existing joint / back problems, then listen to you doctor!!

PANZERIA

Swimming is just as good of an exercise as running, if not better. Also, there are other cardios that you can do until your body is able to support running - cycling, eliptical, martial arts, etc.

People don't really get that running with big boobs is PAINFUL. If your doctor says not to do it, do NOT do it. It will end up hurting you more than helping you. When I gained my weight, I couldn't run. At all. The elliptical was my best friend until I lost about 30lbs.

RawVeganFlirt

i'm 5'2 110 lbs with 34DD's! i run with a tight sports bra over top my normal bra with a fitted tank top over that. and it seems to work for me. i stay mindful of my posture and allow myself to take breaks if i need them of course.

you could always use bikes, walk on incline on the treadmill, elliptical, arc trainers.. etc. if running doesn't work for you thats okay, there are many options

jcstanton

My doctor says with the size of my boobs (36D/34DD - depending on where I shop), and with my current weight (170 lb), that I should not run. She says that it will be too hard on my joints and my back.
HOWEVER, I'm told that circuit training and running are the best way to lose weight - especially to get a flat tummy and nice lean legs... which... of course, is my ultimate goal.
Any thoughts?

Actually, I wear a 38DDD-40DD, I run (although not for very long periods of time) and workout like a beast (cardio and strength). As long as I do sufficient core and leg strength training in conjunction with any running or jarring cardio, I have minimal pain. A sufficiently supportive sports bra and the right shoes are important as well. I have to wear two heavy duty sports bras, but it keeps the weight of my breasts closer to my body and it keeps them from jumping up and down (which pulls on the spine).

ksprague1

I agree on the supportive work out bra. I am a 38D and have run (jogged ) several 5Ks. Make sure your workout bra is sized like your regular bra, not S, M, L, etc. The good ones cost more but are totally worth it.

marynificent

34DD and closing in on a six min mile. Wear underwire topped with compression bra and you will be fine

PlunderBunneh

I'm 175, wearing a 36DDD. I use a super supportive running bra that I found at Lane Bryant http://www.lanebryant.com/cacique-plus-size-sexy-bras-intimate-apparel/bras/sports-bras/microfiber-front-closure-molded-sports-bra/4043c4044c775p65248/index.pro

I use a size small enough that it is a struggle to get it hooked close. I still bounce a little bit, but it makes such a huge difference.

stepherjensen

My boobs are WAY bigger than yours and I was told the same thing - I have an excellent sports bra with underwires and padded cups adjustable straps hooks at the back. It wasn't enough, so now I use my bra and a second unpadded sports bra from walmart. Works like a charm.

Doberdawn

Get a tight sized Enell bra, says the 42DDDD gal. But, expect some tissue damage & drooping in later years as a side effect of the higher impact exercise. Sorry, but it happens.

wolfchild59

I'm a 36D, 5'5", around 160ish pounds and just ran 14 miles outside yesterday, with no boob issues.

for my runs, I wear an Under Armor Endure sports bra that cost around $50. (I have a different style bra by Champion that I wear for lifting or non-run cardio)

I trained for and ran my first half marathon with it and had no problems and am just under two weeks away from my second half marathon with it and still no issues.

I think that if you just get a good sports bra, you will be more than fine to run.

kcarlson22

I highly recommend the Under Armour Endure high impact bra. They don't move when I run and I am 38DDD.

beckie4442

I bought a shock absorber and that keeps my english 34FF's pretty much in place. Just start slowly.

mandersatx

I'm calling BS on the doc, too. I'm a 5'4" & 36DD, and I run every day. In order to prevent stretchmarks and keep the girls in place, I wear an underwire sports bra, and then I put a compression sports bra on top of that. You need to spend a little money on a couple of great sports bras - like lsjd2000 says, they're about $50 on up, but worth every penny. Hand wash and air dry and they'll last forever.

rickyyykcir

You probably won't read this because there is so many great replies already. You and my sister have the same problem when we try running, so what she will do is a for one minute she will walk and then run for a minute and so on. Yes she still has back pain but not as bad as it used to be for her. I would also recommend buying two really good sports bras and wear two of them. It helps a lot with keeping the girls where they are supposed to be.

Brookeleith

I'm 5'7" and last fall I weighed around 170 and my boobs are 36DD. I did the couch to 5K program and so was running 3 days a week - usually on the road by the beach so somewhat uneven terrain. Occasionally I had slight back pain, but I noticed that it was only when I was using my 'alternate' sports bra. My 'good' sports bra has and underwire and clasps like a normal bra, but is made of sporty fabric. Also at first I was having ankle/leg issues, but I was running with normal tennis shoes and once I got running shoes that went away. I don't run anymore, but only because I have some other health issues and running wound up being too hard on my heart. However, running is hard on the joints anyways and swimming is a great alternative. You can alternate your styles to work on different parts of your body also. Swimming works for me because I can take breaks in between laps to let my heart rate calm down a bit. It all depends on what works for you.

LizaJane15

Oooh girl I am a smaller around than you AND my boobs are slightly bigger... And I run! Ya know what's the secret? Spending good money on a REALLY GOOD QUALITY sports bra. The best I've found are the Under Armour HIGH IMPACT ones. THEY ATE BETWEEN $50-$60 but get one for a c cup and they will trap those puppies down so hard you won't feel a THING while you're running! I have been running for a good while now and it has DRASTICALLY improved my back problems from my boobs!!!!! Get it, girl!!!!!

Doberdawn

I bought a shock absorber and that keeps my english 34FF's pretty much in place. Just start slowly.

What is a shock absorber & who makes it?