Runners with big boobs?????
kphelps1123
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i've been working out and would like to start jogging. two problems. 1-my knees. i was a catcher in softball for 12 years and it did some damage, but if i start out slow, i can take it. 2-i have pretty large boobs. my bra size is a 38DD. it hurts to run. any sugggestions for a really good sports bra with awesome support to tame them? i really don't want to go spend a ton of money on one bra either, maybe like $25-30 maximum and that's only if they're basically tethered to my chest.
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bump for later... It's so hard to find an affordable sports bra that does it's job.
Also I feel your pain on the knee part... I've played ball since the bat was bigger than me all positions. Nothing like being told you have arthritis in your knees before 30, and of course my hard headed self still plays two surgeries later....0 -
I use two bras. A normal underwire bra and a sports bra that is one size too small. Holds em tight in place- no jiggle. Occasionally I will have trouble with chafing underneath my boobs and I use body glide to deal with that. I get my sports bras at the running store and they cost about 54 bucks. I need the one that does up at the back, not the racer type as I cannot get those kinds on.
Just go to a store that sells sports bras and try them on. Jump up and down in the change room to make sure there is not a lot of movement.0 -
I recently bought a sports bra from Kohls (and by recently I mean a couple months ago) that works pretty good for me. I'm not as big as you are (I'm a large C/small D), but I still need good support when I do any high intensity workout (running or Zumba). I'm pretty sure it was a champion, and fastens in the back like a regular bra, not a racerback sports bra. It was pretty affordable too, about $30 or so. I have never found a good supporting sports bra for less than $30 though, they tend to run in the $35-50 range around here.
ETA: I have a couple friends who wear a bra size close to yours, they usually do the 2 bra trick that PP described. Works great for them.0 -
I use two bras. A normal underwire bra and a sports bra that is one size too small. Holds em tight in place- no jiggle. Occasionally I will have trouble with chafing underneath my boobs and I use body glide to deal with that. I get my sports bras at the running store and they cost about 54 bucks. I need the one that does up at the back, not the racer type as I cannot get those kinds on.
Just go to a store that sells sports bras and try them on. Jump up and down in the change room to make sure there is not a lot of movement.
I have fairly large breasts and the sports bra i use is made by Under Armor and its labeled for high impact. I got mine at ****s or Sports Authority and i paid about 45-50 bucks and it has lasted me over 2 years. Another good feature that sold me is that it zipper closes in the front and criss cross in back. Otherwise i cant get them off. This has been the easiest i found for large boobs and good suppport. My boobs barely move now.0 -
When I started back running the biggest sports bra I could find (that I could afford) was a 16 F Triumph Triaction. It turned out to be the most awesome running bra ever!! I'm now down to a 14DD (which I think is a 36DD) and am mourning the fact that it is now far too big!! I also am a fan of wearing a pullover type bra over the top which helps to dull the bounce.0
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I use two bras. A normal underwire bra and a sports bra that is one size too small. Holds em tight in place- no jiggle. Occasionally I will have trouble with chafing underneath my boobs and I use body glide to deal with that. I get my sports bras at the running store and they cost about 54 bucks. I need the one that does up at the back, not the racer type as I cannot get those kinds on.
Just go to a store that sells sports bras and try them on. Jump up and down in the change room to make sure there is not a lot of movement.
I have fairly large breasts and the sports bra i use is made by Under Armor and its labeled for high impact. I got mine at ****s or Sports Authority and i paid about 45-50 bucks and it has lasted me over 2 years. Another good feature that sold me is that it zipper closes in the front and criss cross in back. Otherwise i cant get them off. This has been the easiest i found for large boobs and good suppport. My boobs barely move now.
^^ This Under Armour sports bra (High Impact for D/DD cups with the front zipper) is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE! My DD boobs don't move at all in it...even running and in a high impact aerobics class. I've also tried the Fiona and Maia bras from Moving Comfort. They're very good and high quality, but the UA bra is unmatched in comfort and performance for me.0 -
I agree with the Under Armor. It might be more expensive than what you are looking for, but you get what you pay for. I use the zip front, and my D's don't move at all, even while running a marathon.0
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Yes, Body Armour or Under Amour is AWEsome! And my hot pink Lulu Lemon bra ROCKS my world. BUT now my boobs are sadly gonzo - so I don't have to worry about it anymore.0
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Shock Absorbers - the MAX ones.
Keep my GG's well and truly anchored.0 -
sorry but you're not going to get a good supportive bra for high impact activities for that price. I'm 34I and i pay $65 for my enell and around $50 for my shock absorber.
both are well worth the price considering i get NO bounce and they last a long time. i know people who do the 2 bra thing and since the bras arent made to handle all that jelly they break down faster. so they might think they have saving $$ buy paying $30 for 2 bras 4 times a year, but i have enell's from 2 years ago that are still good and the only reason i've had to buy another is from weight loss.
by my math $65 is less than $1200 -
I'm a 38DD also, and have found champion brand sports bras at TJ Maxx that work amazingly well and were only about $12-$15. The only down sides to the ones I have is that they kind of smoosh your boobs into a uniboob, and they can be difficult to get out of (they are the ones with the racer back, not the hooks or zippers). I have found that if you roll them up and over your boobs and then up your back/shoulder a little on one side before actually trying to pull them off its a little easier. I personally can't stand the 2 bra trick, since it seems to jab the under wire directly into me uncomfortably.0
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I'm a 30F and love my Shock Absorber and my Panache. After viewing myself in the mirror during a Body Attack class I sorted out the bra issue REAL quick!0
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For me (32E) I use Marks and Spencer high impact, and no other bra. But what makes the real difference is a running top with one of those in built bra bits, though most assume if you are running you are an A-B cup, Elle sport do ones with quite good coverage. These really help.0
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thanks for the suggestions. the only reason i really don't want to pay a bunch of money for one right now is i know my bra size will change. back when i was 140 pounds (which is my goal weight. i'm 197 right now) i was a 36C. I just don't want to pay a bunch of money and only be able to wear it for a few months or less, depending on how fast the girls deflate0
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I am a 38 DDD and I would recommend the Enell bras! They are awesome but pricey. I have also used sports bras from Lane Bryant - a black front closure bra. I have several of them but they are only sold online. They work!0
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I like cheap so I wear my 7 dollar underlie Walmart bra with a cheap Walmart sports bra and a upper body shimmer all three together work great and the body shimmer works great on the belly too cause it holds in the heat so my belly is shrinking nicely. So double the benefit.
I have lost 30 pounds and still have a 36 DD they wot shrink even tho I have. I will maybe have to check out this under armor one they talk of for when I do super high impact workouts.0 -
2 bras--- I regular, 1 sport (about a size smaller)--- Hang in there, they will be the first to go. Promise.0
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I get chafing under my bra in the front and some in the back. Bodyglide and lubs don't work for me in those sections during the heat and humidity here in South MS. The best thing I've had to prevent chafing is PAPER tape. The medical tape kind. BEST idea I've ever learned.
I use a Moving Comfort Fiona bra, but looking for something with different seams, as they may be the problem. It's not so bad in the winter, but in the summer, it's horrible.0 -
I like my Champion bras that you can get at TJ Maxx or Ross or Marshall's. My absolute favorite though, is Moving Comfort (usually around $40). I have 3 of each of these and use them for everything exercise related.0
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Thanks for the great info! I have been curious about this for a long time.0
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I am a 38DD as well and I know you are looking for affordable... but to be healthy and comfortable you have to spend money on them. If you get a good one it will last you awhile. I have two VSX sports bras that work fairly well and I wear a cheap wal mart one underneath them. I also have two Addidas ones and love them! (also wear the cheap wal mart ones under those too). Make sure you look for the ones that are made for high impact... anything less and you will feel it after the run/ workout. If you look for coupons you can usually get them at D*cks for around $45. Good luck!
ETA: My cheap wal mart ones are also sports bras.. no underwire!0 -
I use two bras. A normal underwire bra and a sports bra that is one size too small. Holds em tight in place- no jiggle. Occasionally I will have trouble with chafing underneath my boobs and I use body glide to deal with that. I get my sports bras at the running store and they cost about 54 bucks. I need the one that does up at the back, not the racer type as I cannot get those kinds on.
Just go to a store that sells sports bras and try them on. Jump up and down in the change room to make sure there is not a lot of movement.
^ this!! I wear two at a time (cheap ones too). The first one has soft formed cups to shape and keep from the dreaded UNIBOOB, then the second one is just a regular Nike sports bra, one size smaller. They don't budge and they look awesome, if I do say so myself!
I'd post a pic but the mods would just delete it :grumble:0 -
hey! i have the same problem 36dd
and bad ankles. When i got into running it was hard finding a good sports bra (and shoes). Champion makes my favorite now though, their compression bras are great and they have others for higher impact if that one doesnt do the trick. You can find their compression bras at target for around 15 bucks though so they arent overly expensive. :] hope this helps! 0 -
Another vote for double bra. A regular underwire and a compression type sports bra on top. I wear old getting-to-be-grungy bras underneath, and the plain old compression bras on top don't seem to get too worn out.
I'm one of the few whose bra size doesn't change by much when I gain/lose weight, so I have a ton of old bras that still fit for this purpose. If I was changing sizes rapidly, I would probably still stick with the same program, and just buy one or two cheap bras underneath, and a smaller size compression bra should last you through a couple size changes.
I may invest in a couple good sports bras when I get to my goal weight, though.0 -
I tend to just get the target champion bra in the smallest size I can fit into (currently I have medium and large) and take the squishing/uniboob because I'm cheap about clothes.
It works well enough for me (DD or DDD) but I'm probably going for a lower level of support than you are? I'm fine without a bra at all for walking and sometimes dancing, only really need one for jogging/running.0 -
Sorry, but runners with BB...... You kick *kitten*! I know it is hard, but bless you for everything you do! Keep up your fantastic work!0
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I am a 38-40G....I have yet to find a sports bra that does much of anything for me. I tend to wear a non-underwire bra along with 2 sports bras....yeah, lots of fun! :laugh:0
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I have DD's too and I use one from target that was 17 dollars and then I wear a tight compression top with a built in bra over that. I barely move.0
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My daughter is about that size and bought a sports bra at Victoria Secret and she loves it.0
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Shock Absorbers - the MAX ones.
Keep my GG's well and truly anchored.
I've never heard of these....and you're the first one I've seen with jugs around my size!!!! I'm definitely going to check it out now!!0
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