Sports Bra Advice Needed

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.

kristinaalice18 wrote: »

+1 for Freya and Moving Comfort.

ETA: I cannot for the life of me get the racerback to clip when I'm wearing it so I beg someone to help me out (usually my fiance or my trainer). It's the only thing that pisses me off!

Hahaha. I used to have the hardest time. I swear I have t-rex arms. But enough frustration and I seem to have figured out just the right contortion to make it happen, lol.

ljk0615 wrote: »

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 also use this, I am a 36D, used to be a 38DD, and the Under armour just holds it all in! No bouncing!

Hooray for boobies!

Under Armor!! I'm a full C but I have a friend who is D and we both swear by them. Nothing moves but you it's not the kind of compression that gives you a uni-boob.

I had a shock absorber and it seemed to do the trick but now I'm 20lbs down I really need to buy a new one as it's no longer snug enough.

The problem I have with most sports bras is how low cut they are. I would rather something higher up my chest because when I'm doing things like burpees I end up sort of spilling out of the top. I've gone back to wearing a normal bra under my sorts bra.