Sports Bra Advice Needed

I saw this article recently, which might also help you:
http://co-op.kinja.com/four-best-sports-bras-1697989040

I'm as big as you and I got an Under Armour one last week for my 1st 5k. It worked well

Some of the ladies at my gym wear a bust wrap over their sports bra. Since loosing most of my weight I can get by with the glamorize no bounce.

this one. i know they make a 38 D, not sure about a DD. This is the most amazing sports bra. No others even compare.

I second Shock Absorber, especially the 4490. I wear a UK size 30G and you can pry mine from my cold dead hands cause otherwise I won't give it up.

Panache sports, fantastic bra, 34F no bounce or wobble

Therealobi1 wrote: »

Panache sport. Works on 32g

Same size here - another vote for the panache. Best sports bra I have ever owned, and I've had a fair few in my time!

When it comes down to it you need a sports bra that will hold you in not flop you around. When choosing a sports bar don't cut cost after all you don't want saggy bags. When purchasing a sports bra I look for quality material, strong heavy duty that can keep up with my activity, I also choose sports bras that have thick shoulder bands have have a lot of back coverage, not the stringy bras the b cupers use, finally if possible I buy one size smaller that what I normally use. These 3 things have worked for me so far. The 2 brands I love is underarmor and adidas. Hope this helped!

Look for a bra that has both upper and lower clasps. When I was overweight (with a slight shoulder injury) it was impossible to wrestle out of any razorbacks that couldn't be fully opened up. Yes, there were a couple of moments where I've had to call out for help from a random nearby sister to get unstuck from garment. Not fun

agreenid wrote: »

This one specifically for the woman out there with bigger bust sizes...

I currently wear a 38DD bra size and am having a heck of a time finding a sports bra that works and cuts down on bounce (ow) now that I'm doing a lot more cardio. I did 4.5 miles yesterday and my current bras just aren't working anymore. I was using the older version of the Champion underwire sports Bra from Macy's but it's just not cutting it anymore. Though I would like it to also be cute it's not a requirement, I just want it to be comfortable and do a good job!

Any advice would be much appreciated.

Sports bras - especially high impact ones - last about a year before you'll start to notice they're wearing out (that's assuming it gets one good workout in per week/gets washed once per week.

I like Moving Comfort (I was a 38DD, now 36DD/38D depending on style). I have the Juno for longer runs and the Rebound Racer for shorter ones.

If you'd be interested, I'd be willing to send you the bras I've outgrown - they're all Moving Comfort Juno in 38DD. I have 3 and could send some or all if you want to try them out. I got maybe 2 months of wear out of them before they got too big so they'll be good for a long while and they're collecting dust here right now.

Send me a message if you want - and if you're not interested, that's ok! I know this sounds totally weird, lol.

~Lyssa

The VS maximum support line is amazing. Unfortunately, I just went from 32DDD to 30DDD, so mine are too loose in the band, but before that I felt they were the most amazing bras ever. I think it is the ultimate line?

@scg17 yes I agree that it's the best line. I also have the issue of the bra being too loose now. My band size went from 36 to 34 and now it doesn't hold as well

@KingsGirl4 What is your cup size? I have a gently used 34DD you could have if you want. I'm keeping my 32DDDs until I can find something better (I just wear a normal sports bra over top now).

Edited to add: I don't know if that is weird or not, I really didn't get to use it much!

I'm not quite as large as you or most of the women who have posted- but I've had success with Champion Powersleek style 1691 bras.

Sometimes I still double up with a good regular bra for really high impact activity though.

I have tried:
Panache underwire
Freya
Shock Absorber Ultimate Run
Glamorise (can't remember the model)
I am a 34 band with a G/H cup depending on bra (European brands run differently).
I run up to 30 minutes at a time in these and am able to forget they are there.

Panache- Its a bulkier bra. Pros: smooth cups, and boob separation better than any other I've tried. I like the underwire as well, though it makes it a bit more work for washing. Probably the best of the bunch for moisture wicking. I never feel sweaty in the bust region in this bra. Downside: really really needs to be fitted well. It was awesome when I first got it but lost serious support after I lost as little as 15lbs. Runs in the $60 range.

Freya- Also underwire, so gives good support and some separation. Comes in great colors. Has more seams so slightly more visible under clothing if that matters to you. I find the racerback hook on the back a bit more tricky than some others, but definitely doable. Same retail price range as Panache.

Shock Absorber- A compression bra, so you can't avoid the uniboob. However, the fact that it is wireless makes it easy to toss into the wash. A few unique things I love about it are largely the way the back straps are constructed. You can easily adjust where the racerback clasp is located, and there is a rubberized piece over each back strap which helps it stay in place. Same retail price range as those above.

Glamorise: Not as good for bounce control as those above, but if you're on a budget, the best there can be found in the $20-$30 range. Unfortunately, the first I bought didn't fit so I sent it back and no longer have one in my rotation.

Cost notes: Once you know your size, give yourself a reminder to check amazon daily. Very often, one particular size and close-out color will go on a great sale. You just have to be patient and keep checking back. I got both of my shock absorber bras at a great price- one black that shipped locally and was $20! Another in awesome purple that took 3 weeks to get here from London, but worth the $30 I spent. My Freya bra was $14, provided I was willing to accept red. Hell yeah I was. Red is sexy, and did I mention $14!!

Other notes: Most of these bras suck for exercise by the large-busted without having the racerback snapped. The one exception is probably Shock Absorber. I have run while forgetting to clasp it before, and it was fine.