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workout gear/clothes for the BBW (250lbs+)
thegreatmd
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Bigger girls have bigger gals that need to be kept in place. I had a bra I loved that fit, and of course they stopped making it.
Also... I need to find some spandexy-type shorts, as ugly as they might be, to cover my thunder thighs and prevent the Chaff. Suggestions?? Oh, I'm 5'9" and about 285 (like a size 22ish) bra 42DD
Also... I need to find some spandexy-type shorts, as ugly as they might be, to cover my thunder thighs and prevent the Chaff. Suggestions?? Oh, I'm 5'9" and about 285 (like a size 22ish) bra 42DD
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Wal-Mart has spandex for bigger women. I can't help on bras because I'm in the same boat as you. They always quit making the bras I like! Why do they do this?? So frustrating. I just loved the Glamorize wonderwire for day-to-day. I miss that freaking bra.
I need new ones and must go shopping.0 -
Old Navy has some great compression shorts and capris in plus sizes. My purple capris always make me feel great, though the sizes run a little small I found. I can't really help with the bra, even at my heaviest I was still only a D. Right now I just wear a sports bra from walmart, or two if I am going running.0
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Walmart! Good call... And there's always one nearby. I'll look into Old Navy but for most of their clothes I find my *kitten* is too big and my waist too small for their sizes so I'm always needing to pull them up.0
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Lola Getts is an excellent brand of plus-size work-out gear! Lane Bryant also has the Livi Active line.0
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When I was that size, I was able to find things at Target that fit.
Sports bras don't work for me--I wear a regular/supportive/underwire bra with a shaper top. It distributes the bounce and is much more comfortable if you are doing high-impact exercise.0 -
I usually buy my bras online. I am a 36G! My fav is Enell which has front hooks. It isn't CUTE but it works well for me. I also like Panche. As far as workout clothes, Walmart to me has the best variety for my size 18/20 (US). Target doesn't carry the variety the did a few years go in plus/women sized workout clothes. Sometimes JCP and Sears have some items but it is more MISS than hit.0
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pst.... *try the Triumph Doreen bra* .... I absolutely love it. Super support and shaping... no more uniboob. It looks a bit retro, but trust me. When you are dressed you´ll look (and feel) super
Figleaves.com carry the bra and ship in days. Both for everyday and low impact workout the bra Works fine. Because I now enjoy running I´ve invested in the Freya sportsbra. For high impact it´s nice to have the girls totally imobilized!!! I Wear both the triump and the freya when running now.... . Good luck ;-) 0 -
mysticgypsy128 wrote: »Lola Getts is an excellent brand of plus-size work-out gear! Lane Bryant also has the Livi Active line.
I agree with the Lane Bryant Livi Active line. This was a major problem of mine for a long time. I've worn double sport bras (so not comfortable) & still didn't get the support I was looking for. I decided to look at Lane Bryant since their clothes fit me well & I'm very happy with my Livi sports bra. I think it was about $40. It provides great support & lifts me up instead of completely mashing me flat!0 -
Old Navy doesn't fit me right so I'm not a fan. I've had the best luck with Junonia. They are super expensive but good quality. BTW, I'm in Lombard.
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FullBeauty.com just started a new line of active wear. Haven't tried it yet but the clothes, bras, etc. are every bit as cute as Kate Hudson's line.0
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my first ones (at 260 and a DD cup) were danskin ones from walmart i think. they worked well and were comfortable.
the two i have no i bought off amazon (cant remember what they are off the top of my head)0 -
Enell. Sometimes you can find them on sale at DiscountBras.com0
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Amazon is your friend for bras. Put a bunch on a wish list and wait for the price to drop.
I got a panache and a Freya that I love for between $20-$30. I'm an F cup so I know the struggle to find a good bra. My favorite everyday bra is from elomi and I hear good things about their sports bras too.
Oh and I always go for the underwire sports bras. IMO compression bras suck.0 -
MarciBkonTrk wrote: »FullBeauty.com just started a new line of active wear. Haven't tried it yet but the clothes, bras, etc. are every bit as cute as Kate Hudson's line.
This is where I bought most of my clothes. They are an umbrella website that combines Woman Within, Roaman's, Jessica London, Swimsuitsforall, and Brylane Home. Also, check out Just My Size.
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When I was your size I got custom yoga pants from these people.
http://www.icecreamwear.com/fitness/yoga/clothing/women/home
Made me happy.
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I've tried quite a few out (I say quite a few - but I'm an f cup - there aren't really all that many to chose from!) - but my favourite is my shock absorber run.
It's a bit of a mission to get on (it feels like a yoga workout!!), but once it's on there it's supportive and comfortable! Before this bra I didn't believe it was possible to find a sport bra that was both!
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Lane Bryant sells decent sports bras, with and without underwire. I love the ones I got there. I've tried the cheaper ones from Wal-Mart and always end up returning them - no support.
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Moving Comfort Maia bra. Goes up to 44E. My 42DD's are very happy!
I love Walmart's Danskin Now line. Always have, bigger or smaller. Full cut, many styles have pockets, very reasonable price.0 -
Monsterdog1114 wrote: »Moving Comfort Maia bra. Goes up to 44E. My 42DD's are very happy!
I love Walmart's Danskin Now line. Always have, bigger or smaller. Full cut, many styles have pockets, very reasonable price.
Second Danskin, in general. Come in all different sizes, lengths, everything.0 -
Liftin4food wrote: »I've tried quite a few out (I say quite a few - but I'm an f cup - there aren't really all that many to chose from!) - but my favourite is my shock absorber run.
It's a bit of a mission to get on (it feels like a yoga workout!!), but once it's on there it's supportive and comfortable! Before this bra I didn't believe it was possible to find a sport bra that was both!
Try finding a good one when you are an "I" (aka DDDDDD) cup!
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Liftin4food wrote: »
Not to mention that I prefer front hook! Glamorise seems to be the best brand for my size overall. I don't run, so a well fitted regular bra seems to keep the "girls" in place during most of my activity.
As far as general workout clothes, I usually go to menswear. I find the better things at better prices than looking at women's workout wear. Except my swimming suit, of course.
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Zella from Nordstroms has plus size. And old navy online.0
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Thank you about Glamorise! I haven't heard of them before. Probably going to try to purchase some from them. Just measured according to their chart and I am bigger than what I thought. >.<
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I love the Danskin now line from Walmart so much that I bought extras sports bras and capri workout pants for everyday wear around the house. They are just so comfy. The only time I'm not wearing them is when I have to leave the house lol
When I was 268lbs though I found workout clothing at Target that fit me good enough. Usually I would sacrifice perfect fit and comfort just for the sake of finding something big enough to fit me. Now I can still find stuff at Target but the prices are higher and I prefer the Danskin so I just get that.
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Xersion (sp?) sold at JC Penney is excellent. I have worn their spandex compression style leggings, capris, and shorts from size 2X to M and all are equally well made, comfortable & nicely designed. I think they go to 3X and I was wearing the 2X at around your size (5'8" 262 lb). Good luck!0
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Thank you about Glamorise! I haven't heard of them before. Probably going to try to purchase some from them. Just measured according to their chart and I am bigger than what I thought. >.<
The charts can be off once you get above a "D" cup (this is true about all bra fitting sites). Make sure you buy from a place that is really good about returns and exchanges.
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Wow, thank you ladies!!!0
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I love my Danskin sports bras from Walmart. I need to buy another because this one has gotten a little loose due to weight loss, but it was only $13 so my feelings aren't hurt.0
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