What's a good bra for Zumba?

Junebuggyzy
Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
My Zumba teacher said she just wears two sports bras. That sounds like it might be uncomfortable.

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  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    I tried on some Jockey Brand at the store, and the racerback hurt the area by my neck.
  • ittybittybadonkadonk
    ittybittybadonkadonk Posts: 11,634 Member
    I use nike compression sports bras I got mine from Amazon
  • roxywho42
    roxywho42 Posts: 165 Member
    I use the high impact ones from old navy
  • chachadeb
    chachadeb Posts: 275 Member
    I use the Zumba bras, and only buy on sale from website or the clearance shop at Zumba Convention/conferences.
  • liftingandlipstick
    liftingandlipstick Posts: 1,857 Member
    Zumba, for me at least, is low enough impact (boob-wise) that I don't need a specific sports bra (luckily, as I'm quite busty and can't really afford the sports bras that run up to my size). I have a variety of regular cotton underwire bras, slightly too small (for compression), that do well as a sports bra substitute in most situations, including Zumba.
  • KylaDenay
    KylaDenay Posts: 1,585 Member
    I do a lot of zumba and just wear a normal sports bra. Nothing special. As long as its tight enough I'm good.
  • kstandley123
    kstandley123 Posts: 17 Member
    None!!! :)
  • _Waffle_
    _Waffle_ Posts: 13,049 Member
    This lady is selling a "Zum-Bra". I guess that's an actual thing.

    http://zumbaclothing.ca/this-zum-bra-is-so-beautiful/
  • skullshank
    skullshank Posts: 4,323 Member
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    edited because: damn pic hosting
  • _John_
    _John_ Posts: 8,646 Member
    In to be judge of style/fit....
  • SuperSexyDork
    SuperSexyDork Posts: 1,669 Member
    This lady is selling a "Zum-Bra". I guess that's an actual thing.

    http://zumbaclothing.ca/this-zum-bra-is-so-beautiful/

    That thing is dainty!

    No way anyone above a C cup is getting any support out of that.

    I give it a 0/10 would not bang.
  • SueInAz
    SueInAz Posts: 6,592 Member
    Any sports bra that's good enough for running is more than good enough for Zumba. Don't go spending a lot of money on fancy "Zumba" bras unless you're planning to wear them with nothing else. Layering them is also definitely an option if you need more support. I'm about a 34C or 36B. I have a few of the Old Navy Active sports bras for running, a few of the Champion ones they sell at Costco and Target, a couple of Nike sports bras for running and another assorted pair or other my husband has bought me. They all work well for running so should do fine for Zumba, too.
  • RealtyGoddess
    RealtyGoddess Posts: 15 Member
    If you are in the "plus size" I HIGHLY recommend Lane Bryant's Cacique Front Close exercise Bra

    http://www.lanebryant.com/cacique-plus-size-sexy-bras-intimate-apparel/bras-view-all/sports-bras/4043c4044c775/index.cat
  • tomomatic
    tomomatic Posts: 1,794 Member
    Have you tried this one?

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  • tasha_rena
    tasha_rena Posts: 25 Member
    I like Moving Comfort Fiona or Maia, depending on how much support you think you need. Maia has underwire and I default to that most of the time. They're super comfortable and built to last. (I have Ds, so bras are an issue. I'd be willing to bet the Zumba teacher must have a D or higher if she's wearing two bras.)
  • rachelg145
    rachelg145 Posts: 185 Member
    I like the Moving Comfort Vero. I prefer their bras that have a hook closure and adjustable straps - they are very flattering and supportive and their customer service is awesome.
  • coaoalo
    coaoalo Posts: 104 Member
    It really depends on what size you are- I'm rather large breasted and have to wear a sized sports bra (shockabsorber) with a crop top looking sports bra over the top. But you could probably get away with one or other of those if you're smaller or less vigorous in your exercising :)
  • jackpotclown
    jackpotclown Posts: 3,275 Member
    ......nevermind.....\m/
  • Myhaloslipped
    Myhaloslipped Posts: 4,317 Member
    Have you tried this one?

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    The "Mansierre" or "Bro" depending on what you prefer.
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    Thanks for all the suggestions!!! I am going to look up all the bras you said. Right now I am just wearing a regular underwire one; the sports bras I tried didn't seem to have much in the way of support. The compression ones, are they bad for you, long term?

    And boys, please, isn't there a jock strap thread you can hang out in? Seriously now, I just wonder why you have so much time on your hands that you need to post in a thread that has nothing to do with you.
  • SkimFlatWhite68
    SkimFlatWhite68 Posts: 1,254 Member
    I wear an underwire Berlei sports bra with racer back - AND a sports crop top over that whenever I am doing any high impact exercise. I'd never just wear a normal bra, but I think it probably depends on your breast size. Some people can get away with more, some less.
  • kinkyslinky16
    kinkyslinky16 Posts: 1,469 Member
    The Enell bra is so awesome! It compresses SO much that there is no bounce whatsoever.
  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
    I use the high impact ones from old navy

    /`This.

    Also Ihave an expensive one from Footlocker that's great and another expensive one from Wacom, that over-designed, and one I got on sale from Zumba.com that is a little too sexy and not supportive enough.
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    Oh wow, now there is MORE for me to check out. I didn't realize there were so many good sports bras! Thanks for all the help on this.

    I ended up getting this one. Champion C9 high support. http://www.target.com/p/c9-by-champion-women-s-high-support-sports-bra-with-molded-cup-assorted-colors/-/A-14968975#prodSlot=medium_1_3&term=champion+sports+bra.
    No jiggle! The girls like it!
  • Sparlingo
    Sparlingo Posts: 938 Member
    I know what you mean!!

    I was fine with normal sports bras in Zumba until I had my son and started to breastfeed . . .

    Now I worry about giving myself a black eye. Reading with interest.
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    HAHAHA, I know what you mean about the black eye. I went from about a 34B to around a 40D!!!! And they say you lose weight nursing. Not me, I gained weight.

    What do you guys think of the one I got? (previous page). Is it a good one?
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    Bad news. The bra I bought hurt my trapezius muscles. I didn't know what that area was called, so I looked it up. Anyways, I am talking about the place where my shoulders meet my neck, on my upper back.

    I was tugging and adjusting all class, and finally took it off and didn't give a hoot who saw what was going on under my tank top, I really wanted to finish the class.

    This one came in band and cup size, and I bought the size I buy in regular bras.
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    Guess what? I ended up going to Walmart and tried on a whole bunch of bras. I got two realty cute medium compression ones. Some of you said to get another one to wear on top of it. I'll get that next. Just happy to find bras that fit and are comfy!
  • DeeBerning
    DeeBerning Posts: 131 Member
    It's not cheap... but the Under Armor sports bra is amazing! It's the only one I found that is comfortable and provides enough support for Zumba and jogging. (And for the record, there is not "just a little" to support!)
  • Junebuggyzy
    Junebuggyzy Posts: 345 Member
    Which Under Armor bra? http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/womens/apparel/sports-bras?cid=PS|google|Sitelinks|US|IP|Sitelinks|s-AllWomen%27sSportsBras|82nenWYL&gclid=CjkKEQjwlcSdBRD3wva3-KOAo80BEiQAjNIhidXafI0CGF1ZLjheYR4Oez0A2mvEPv2e_-Br8bxlc6Pw_wcB

    LOL on not just a little :) I thought I was a 38 B; that's what I was wearing. I got measured finally, and I am a 34 D ;)

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