Sports Bra (sorry boys!)

naomi_clarke1987
naomi_clarke1987 Posts: 14
edited September 28 in Fitness and Exercise
Anyone got any suggestions for sports bras for large breasted women? I am a 38G and i'm having a lot of trouble with my workouts due to the sheer size and weight of my boobs!

Preferably i wouldn't like it to be TOO expensive, but obviously, if it has to be to get a good one, then that is fine! I live in the UK, so suggesting shops wouldn't help too much if you're in the USA, but websites/brand names are good.

cheers girls

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  • suzycreamcheese
    suzycreamcheese Posts: 1,766 Member
    I really like the debenhams "gorgeous" sports bras. They go up to a G cup

    http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_150010207260_-1?breadcrumb=Home~txtgorgeous+sports

    and the Freya one

    http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_150010710403_-1?breadcrumb=Home~txtfreya+sports

    worth going into the shop if you can though because the sizing can come up differently. Im a 30FF in debenhams, but only a 30E/30F in freya
  • cillytilly
    cillytilly Posts: 243
    Ok so this is funny. I am have to shop using a site from the UK to get reasonably priced bras. I use www.bravissimo.com. They have stores there too I think.
  • LifesPilgrim
    LifesPilgrim Posts: 498 Member
    Go to RealSimple.com and look up their sports bras best picks. I am on the opposite end of your problem, but their recommendations have never led me wrong yet.
  • MrsM1ggins
    MrsM1ggins Posts: 724 Member
    have you tried www.lessbounce.com ?
  • kellyscomeback
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
    I found that wearing a tight nursing tank left over from BF my daughter and a regular sports bra (I have Champion from Target) works really well. I wear the sports bra under the tank and it's great support.
  • kristygay
    kristygay Posts: 68 Member
    I posted almost your exact question about a week ago! Here is the link to that post so that you can see the answers I got. I haven't bought one yet, so I cant give a personal recommendation yet!

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/260657-large-chested-runners-joggers
  • SixCatFaerie
    SixCatFaerie Posts: 690 Member
    Granted, I'm not as well endowed as you, still I'm a 42E. I find that the only thing that really works is "post surgery compression bra". Just Google it & I'm sure you'll find lots of options. They are meant for women who have been "enhanced", however, for us natural girls it really keeps your "girls" from bouncing around in pain!

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  • I found that wearing a tight nursing tank left over from BF my daughter and a regular sports bra (I have Champion from Target) works really well. I wear the sports bra under the tank and it's great support.

    That is what i have been doing! i still have a few of my breastfeeding vests, and even the breastfeeding bras are good because they have a lot of support, the only trouble is, my boobs went up to a J when i was breastfeeding, so they are all too big now :-(
  • suzycreamcheese
    suzycreamcheese Posts: 1,766 Member
    if you need to wear extra on top of your sports bra, id say it either wasnt a good sports bra, or its not the right size (not always the same as your normal bra size).
    You should have barely any bounce, and no cleavage at all in a properly fitting sports bra
  • BhanGoes
    BhanGoes Posts: 75 Member
    Title Nine carries excellent athletic clothing. The sports bras there go up to a DDD and the product description offers some clarity as to the type of activity it might be suited for.

    http://www.titlenine.com/category/sports-bras-at-title-nine/shop-sports-bras-by-cup-size/d-cup-bras.do

    Bear in mind that not all levels of activity require the same level of support. A yoga bra might look and feel a lot different than a running bra.

    When I take my dog for a 2-mile walk after work, I often don't even change out of my "regular" bra. Weird or normal?
  • zeeeb
    zeeeb Posts: 805 Member
    i wear 2 bras. and it's the only thing that's ever worked for me. i had DD's that have shruk to a D with the weightloss. but i just wear a underwired sports bra underneath with a crop top type thing with no underwires on top.

    I love it, it's just so secure, i can even skip and jump up and down without having 2 different rhythms going on.
  • DrAJ84
    DrAJ84 Posts: 117 Member
    Anyone got any suggestions for sports bras for large breasted women? I am a 38G and i'm having a lot of trouble with my workouts due to the sheer size and weight of my boobs!

    Preferably i wouldn't like it to be TOO expensive, but obviously, if it has to be to get a good one, then that is fine! I live in the UK, so suggesting shops wouldn't help too much if you're in the USA, but websites/brand names are good.

    cheers girls

    Enell and Moving Comfort are my favorite name brands to purchase online. It restricts the harsh bouncing and shifting when I do plyometrics. Seejanerun.com is one of the websites that I purchase from. There are also a few others. Can't think of the site names off hand. They may be a bit pricey but any good support bra for larger breasts will cost a little more; besides they last a long time and don't stretch out like the stuff they sell in regular stores.
  • suzycreamcheese
    suzycreamcheese Posts: 1,766 Member
    enell have got a really good reputation for big boobs, but ive never tried
  • yuli23
    yuli23 Posts: 89 Member
    I have found myself wearing up to three sports bras plus a bra ...anything less hurts ...this is for jumping jacks other stuff I'm okay with like a bra sports bra and tight workoout shirt with a shirt over lol
  • Cytherea
    Cytherea Posts: 515 Member
    I bought this one and I LOVE it:

    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B1PKNY

    Tried it on in a store and then went and bought for much cheaper online! Highly recommend it. I found that my size in a sports bra is a little bit smaller than my regular bra size, so that it fits tightly enough and holds me in.
  • marber
    marber Posts: 118 Member
    I use shock absorber but the main advice I would give is go and get fitted.

    I tried on the size I thought I was - I used the measuring guide - and the fitter dropped me 2 band sizes and up a cup size.

    The difference is amazing. I am not as big as you but no more bounce or discomfort.
  • Foofyknickers
    Foofyknickers Posts: 37 Member
    I got mine from Bravissimo. I'm a 34g, But my sports bras are a 36FF. So for for this reason I'd say if you have a bra shop like that near you, go in and get fitted. Every make of bra fits differently I find, so I'd strongly suggest going in to try them on. bravissimo aren't cheap, but they're not hugely expensive. Mine cost £25 each. Hope this helps.
  • keiraev
    keiraev Posts: 695 Member
    Freya one is really good if you're on the bigger side- properly lifts and separates!
  • littlemili
    littlemili Posts: 625 Member
    I am only C cup but shock absorber "run" bra is my fave.
  • Lanfear
    Lanfear Posts: 524
    have you tried www.lessbounce.com ?

    I second this, lessbounce are great - I bought my Freya sports bra from there. They're really good as well on the phone so if you have any queries re sizing etc are very helpful.
  • petithamu
    petithamu Posts: 582 Member
    I have Moving Comfort and I find it absolutely amazing! I used to just wear it during strength training but I took it out for a run few days ago and I loved it! Bit pricy though...
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