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HaleyxErin
HaleyxErin Posts: 94 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I really need some help, I need a supportive sports bra. All I have is a really crappy three pack I got from Walmart. The problem is I don't have a ton of money at all especially to spend on a sports bra. I'm like a 48 C/D, actually last time I was measured the girl told me DD I tried on a DD and I could have put both of my boobs in one cup and the D was also too big and they didn't have a 48 C because the universe hates me.
So I need a really big, crazy supportive sports bra (and if you could tell me where to get 48C regular bra too that would be great!)
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  • LydiaShackelford
    LydiaShackelford Posts: 93 Member
    Have you tried Lululemon? They are a bit expensive, but their Ta-Ta Tamer bra is fantastic.
  • Desdemina
    Desdemina Posts: 150 Member
    I love the bras at Lane Bryant for everyday wear. For heavy activity, you can't beat Enell. Maybe not cheap, but trust me, your girls will not move while jumping up and down! and they last forever.
  • tasharock
    tasharock Posts: 136 Member
    Moving comfort (Maia) for the sports.
    Try Thelingeriestore.com for the specialty size regular.
  • _Pseudonymous_
    _Pseudonymous_ Posts: 1,671 Member
    I'm a 40 DD, (occassionally DDD depending on the stupid bra) and honestly... I just double up my sports bras. I also buy them a bit tighter, like an xl instead of xxl to restrict movement more.
  • abbycosta0912
    abbycosta0912 Posts: 12 Member
    i actually double or triple up. lol! i don't want to spend more money on a bra when i know my boobs are only going to get smaller!
  • moseler
    moseler Posts: 224 Member
    I have bought most of my regular bras from Lane Bryant for many years. They are VERY well made and supportive and they are well worth the money. They often have sales BOGO half off or even free. So I hit them during a sale a few times per year and stock up.

    I was a 44 DDD, now I'm a 38 DD... the problem I have is sports bras are not really made to fit EVERYONE. I tend to wear a regular bra under my sports bra as my regular one has underwire and keeps the girls from fighting when I am running. The sports bra just helps keep them from blackening my eyes. I buy my sports bras primarily from Target... but again I double up so you can pretty much use any sports bra over a regular bra.

    I can't afford or FIND a really GREAT sports bra that does the trick either... but this works best for me. GOOD LUCK!
  • ChloeRoseLejeune
    ChloeRoseLejeune Posts: 488
    UA armour bra, its around $70, but it literally holds everything in place and it isn't uncomfortable

    http://www.underarmour.com/shop/ca/en/armour-bra/sports-bras-collection
  • jackiesaurus
    jackiesaurus Posts: 42 Member
    I wear my regular bra under the sports bra, and a fitted tank top!
  • MyM0wM0w
    MyM0wM0w Posts: 2,008 Member
    I love the bras at Lane Bryant for everyday wear. For heavy activity, you can't beat Enell. Maybe not cheap, but trust me, your girls will not move while jumping up and down! and they last forever.

    This. The Cacique brand is my hero and all I've worn for YEARS. Keep an eye on their page, they often have a buy one get one half off sale that really helps, especially if you combine it with their mailed coupons.

    I wear one of theirs UNDER a sports bra that is a bit tight and the girls stay controlled.
  • Lupercalia
    Lupercalia Posts: 1,857 Member
    I really liked Moving Comfort bras when I was still able to buy stuff in the states (I moved overseas). There were just recently a couple of threads posted on sports bras that you might want to search for....some good suggestions in those.
  • GaiaGirl1992
    GaiaGirl1992 Posts: 459 Member
    For regular bras, Lane Bryant has some odd sizes, might have your 48c. Wait for their sales, and you can get a good set for $20 each or so, or a buy 2/get 2 free sale. lots of cute designs too.
  • elleloch
    elleloch Posts: 739 Member
    Moving comfort (Maia) for the sports.
    Try Thelingeriestore.com for the specialty size regular.

    I really like these ones.

    I really want to stress that it's very important to buy a very supportive bra - don't be afraid to spend a little wad of cash on it. It's a good investment. The bra should be snug enough to *almost* be too tight. Because the girls need to stay in place. If you're doing high impact exercise, like running or aerobics, and your boobs are moving around a lot - you run the risk of stretching/breaking the fibers inside your breasts that "hold them up" (this is the best way I can describe it, I don't even know what those things are called). Once they are stretched or broken, that's it, and your boobs get the saggies.. So hold em up!
  • Alamo0809
    Alamo0809 Posts: 95 Member
    I got a natori. My daughter is a 40 something and she recommended it. I really like it too.
  • Christizzzle
    Christizzzle Posts: 454 Member
    I'm a 40 DD, (occassionally DDD depending on the stupid bra) and honestly... I just double up my sports bras. I also buy them a bit tighter, like an xl instead of xxl to restrict movement more.

    I do this too!
  • bethkrusac
    bethkrusac Posts: 45 Member
    I agree! I'm hoping to get them smaller so I can save a bit on buying bras in the future! Usually, I utilize Lane Bryant, though. THere are TONS of coupon codes for ordering online and they have a lot of sales, too.
  • jme6976
    jme6976 Posts: 49 Member
    I double up. I wear a regular bra with a sports bra over. I cannot do without underwire and the real supportive sports bras that cross cross on the back strain my neck terribly!
  • Jemmuno
    Jemmuno Posts: 413 Member
    Have you heard of Torrid? They carry bras, I think, 38D and above, they carry A, B, and C, but you have to measurement of 38 or above. This is for regular bras, not sure if they carry sports bras, I would assume so, though.
  • kelr0110
    kelr0110 Posts: 213 Member
    For heavy activity, you can't beat Enell. Maybe not cheap, but trust me, your girls will not move while jumping up and down! and they last forever.

    Agree 1000000% with this. I play hockey, run and CrossFit. enell is well well wellllllllll worth the investment. I think I started buying them well over 5-6 years ago and only have had to purchase like 4-5 of them tops. They get looser as you do more stuff and wash them, so I have a newer super tight one for when I know I'm running or CrossFit and use the slightly older ones for hockey since it's not as high impact but still need to keep them under wraps lol.
  • 2credneck208
    2credneck208 Posts: 501 Member
    I too have the crappy walmart kind, maybe if we put all three on it will equal on expensive one...lol!!
  • Missi3601
    Missi3601 Posts: 264
    I've been wearing Lane Bryant T-shirt bras- I love them!
  • now_or_never13
    now_or_never13 Posts: 1,575 Member
    Did you try a smaller band size when you tried on the D and DD bras? Usually with a larger cup you can get one with a smaller band size. I can wear anything from a 38B to a 36C. IF you didn't try a smaller band size maybe try a size or two smaller in the band for the D/DD cup.

    You can buy a single sports bra from Walmart. Maybe get one and wear one of the three pack ones over it. I did that to stretch out having to buy a new one when mine was a touch too big.

    Normally you will have to spend a bit of money on a good, supportive bra. I have had great luck with the cheaper, single bras from Walmart and other stores like Walmart.
  • lisa799
    lisa799 Posts: 79 Member
    I hate spending lots of cash on something that I know won't fit me in 2 months anyway - so all my sports bras and other workout gear comes from Marshall's/TJ Maxx. Sports bras are from $9.99 to $19.99 regular price (cheaper if you can find some on clearance). I found some great ones that say "Maximum Support" on the tag. I did have to go to 4 or 5 different ones to get enough stuff, but you can't beat the prices!
  • beatleschic87
    beatleschic87 Posts: 260 Member
    I just wear two bras. I'm a 36 DDD and even at my thinnest (155 lbs) I was a 36 DD. Losing weight really has never any effect on their size.

    No matter how much money I spend on a "good" sports bra, they will work great for a few runs and then the support is gone. So I wear my normal, every day underwire bra and then a really good sports bra over it. I have one from Target. Those two plus a compression cami and I'm ready to rock and roll.

    Hope that helps!

    :tongue:
  • linnaeus
    linnaeus Posts: 36 Member
    For all of you doubling up, there ARE bras out there that eliminate the need for that. I got a Moving Comfort Bra and that thing keeps everything in place with no need for extra bras and fitted tank tops and what not. There are other brands out there that offer wired sports bras too. I suggest getting a proper fitting (NOT at Victoria's Secret). I know places like REI carry top-quality sports bras. It's worth the money for the comfort.

    You can also use the fitting guide in this post: http://www.reddit.com/r/ABraThatFits/comments/rh26h/is_getting_fitted_for_a_bra_as_humiliating_as_it/c469bi0

    Within that forum you'll also find a ton of supportive (and well-supported!) women who can help with sizing advice.

    Recently I bought a bra in my real size (just went from a 36DD to a 34G) and now I hate the way my old bras feel.

    http://brastop.com has tons of sports bras in all sizes.
  • plzlbsbegone
    plzlbsbegone Posts: 233
    I am on a budget as well. and all I have is the cheapy 3-pack type bras too....So what I do is I wear one of my older, normal bras under a cheapy sports bra, it helps control the girls when I run!! It works, and I didn't have to spend a fortune on sports bras :)
  • plzlbsbegone
    plzlbsbegone Posts: 233
    sorry....repost
  • chelledawg14
    chelledawg14 Posts: 509 Member
    Moving Comfort Maia II is what I wear; I buy them at RoadRunnerSports.com when they're on sale and they're always having sales. I also buy my running shoes from the same place. I was a 44DDD when I started; I'm now a 36G and am wearing the same sports bra, just moved to different rows of hooks. Well worth the investment!
  • GoffGirl1029
    GoffGirl1029 Posts: 93 Member
    UA armour bra, its around $70, but it literally holds everything in place and it isn't uncomfortable

    http://www.underarmour.com/shop/ca/en/armour-bra/sports-bras-collection

    Yup!
  • mesicali_chica
    mesicali_chica Posts: 71 Member
    I got the razor backs from old navy.... They are $10 and they seem to do the job.
  • lbesaw
    lbesaw Posts: 267 Member
    Don't buy more than a couple----pretty soon you won't need them -most likely you'll need smaller sizes as you progress especially your band size. Good luck :smile:

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