workout clothes (women)
Graceraeg
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What do you prefer to wear while working out? What's the best option for busty women?
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For busty women, the sports bra is going to be your best friend - regardless of whether you lift, do cardio, or a mix of both. I would suggest doing some good homework and investing in a high-quality sports bra.
I have a Nike bra that was awesome for about six months. Now it's stretched out, so I need to look for a replacement soon.
I also like psuedo- short sleeved shirts. Even when it's a little cold, the shorter sleeves help keep the chest ventilated.0 -
Sports bra with a tank top, t-shirt over that if it's a chilly, and running capris... well, pretty much what you see in my profile pic...0
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Oh, god! Look at that belly in my profile pic! Guess it's time for a new photo, huh? Never, mind, don't look a that pic.
Oh, for sports bras, Fila used to make one that pulled over and then zipped up the front that was awesome. Mine are wearing out now and don't fit so good anymore now that I've lost a few pounds. Victoria's Secret has one that looks similar, but I don't have $60 laying around to buy a bra.0 -
What do you prefer to wear while working out? What's the best option for busty women?
I can speak to the busty problem. Hands down, without a doubt, the best sports bra I ever bought was from Victoria's Secret. My girls don't move an inch when I'm working out, and I do a lot of moving and jumping around. Yes they're a bit pricey but it holds up better than my other sports bras I got from Target, Old Navy, or Kohl's.
As far as everything else, I prefer to work out in fitted capris and a tshirt or tank top. Kohl's has tons of workout clothes for very reasonable prices.0 -
A t-shirt of some kind and pajama bottoms. I hate wearing spandex or yoga pants, really anything snug or tight when I work out bothers me. I went to Target and found some gray pj bottoms that are super comfy, loose enough that I feel I can move freely in and have the drawstring waist so i can keep taking them in as i lost weight.0
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I usually wear "workout tops" (with the built-in shelf bra) and a regular sports bra with it. VS of course and Columbia brands are my favorite!0
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I got high impact sports bras from old navy and love them. I haven't tried their maximum but it might be something to try in stores then jump up and down see if it works for you. It's always a high support bra and then my t-shirt/tank even if it has a built in bra. Then pants depending on the weather. I'll list some of the my favourite brands so far. I am very cheap so I look for affordable brands I could never afford a $70 bra or jacket atm tbh.
Some of my favourite cheap brands:
Avia
Danskin now
A bit more expensive
Everlast.
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I'm a double D and I have such an issue I Need a good sports bra .. I prefer champion and under armour I need padding and underwire. I can't have myself spilling out all over. I usually wear workout wear with spandex and tanks that breathe.0
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I have a couple of good work out sports bras. I'm a DDD and don't want to spend stupid amount of money on them. I bought mine at K-mart. I also have dropped sizes and replacement cost is cheaper when you lose. Athletics makes a few that are well put together. make sure you have the crisscross in the back and wide straps.0
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I'm a D and love the VS Incredible and Knockout bras. They offer awesome support even if you do high impact stuff. In my opinion they are worth every penny.0
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I'm a 38I (yeah, extra busty here) so I can't get a sports bra from anywhere but my favorite bra store, Change. They are expensive, but really good quality. As for the rest of my outfit, I wear a pair of loose spa/yoga pants and a long tank top with a thin t-shirt over top. I'm still new to the gym and I want to feel as comfortable as possible. It's all light enough to breathe, but covers everything I'm not willing to show. Comfort is key.0
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So as a bustier woman I wear the underarmour sports bras. I love them! They have sizing like an actual bra - not just L, XL, etc. They are designed for high impact movement such as running or spinning or aerobics. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM!
As for regular clothes, I know some women here have said they aren't big on form fitting and I can get a little self conscious too BUUUUUUT compression gear is like my end all be all. It sucks you right in and does not move. Once you've been sweating a bit (I know, gross but it happens) it will stick to you and be difficult to get off. It's awesome stuff . . . like awesome! I wear a mixture of old navy's compression stuff but I also really love my new balance, under armour and nike stuff too. It's definitely an investment but I believe you'll get your money's worth out of it if you don't want to jiggle when you move, so to speak. For reference, I am a 5K/training for a better 10K runner and I am 5'10 and 250lbs.0 -
I know the OP is in the US, but for any UK lurking ladies, "Boobydoo" is pretty much the most awesome sports bra site around. https://www.boobydoo.co.uk/0
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I like looser fitting cotton pants and t shirts or tank tops. I'm a simple gal. I have the opposite of a big chest so I can't help you out on that one. I even occasionally work out bra less0
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I like high waisted leggings with shorter/looser shirts. I hate when my underwear show when I squat, but I also hate wearing tight/stretchy shirts over my stomach. I have no boobs so I wear 5-10 dollar sports bras. I get the loose tops at H&M. The most recent batch I got were on sale for 1 dollar each.0
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Can't speak to being busty at a 36B but the Victoria's Secret bras and workout pants are worth every penny. They hold up extremely well thru multiple washings and wear. Also have a lot of Old Navy workout gear and a few pair of leggings from the Walmart brand of athletic wear. More see thru than I'd like but they are like 4 years old.0
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Inexpensive cotton leggings or pants (Walmart, mostly), and cotton gimme t-shirts. Most of the t-shirts are survivor shirts from breast cancer events - free is good. I'm still wearing the XL t-shirts, which are cavernous on a body 2/3 its previous size. Can you tell how appearance conscious I am (not)? ;-)
My bad knees don't like drafts, so I always wear long pants/leggings.
Can't help on the bra thing - post-breast-cancer, I very literally have no breasts at all, and cheerfully wear no bra. Didn't much need one before the surgery, either.0 -
Not busty...so no bra tips. I generally just wear an underwire bra when i run and lift.
As for other clothes...tight yoga pants, leggings or capris and fitted cotton tanks. Always a tank...i sweat just thinking about running and by mile 3, sweat is literally running down my face and neck like a faucet that was left on, lol.0 -
I am DD and have a real problem with "movement" shall we call it? I really need a sports bra that unzips or clasps IN FRONT as I have limited movement in one shoulder due to a past episode of frozen shoulder, and I'm now getting it in the other shoulder so can't do the calisthenics required to get in and especially out of the slip over kinds. Any suggestions ladies?0
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I love Fabletics for their bottoms.........capris or full length pants. I alternate between 3 different ones every day and have been wearing the same ones for the past year. Their tops leave a lot to be desired so I shop around for tanks...........can't stand having sleeves on when I work out. I really like the FILA high impact sports bra right now as a 38C, but I'm open to trying something else!!!0
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For full figured women, I can higly recommend Panache and Enell bras. Panache makes a prettier sports bra than Enell, but they are back hooked. I prefer front hook, and the Enell has that, plus their sizing means you may be able to wear the same bra through a couple of inches or more of reduction. Mine has fit from my highest of 32G down to 30E.
Are far as clothing, I'm a cozy gal. I work out at home, so ratty old t-shirts with cutoff sweats or nylon shorts are my uniform. Plus, I'd much rather invest on quality undergarments for comfort and protection than clothing no one but my dog sees, lol.0 -
I was told for busty girls (like myself) wearing the granny bras from like Macy's and then your sports bra over that really give you the support you need. I'm so gonna try that because even Victoria Secret doesn't hold me to my liking.0
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Alright, lets just put this out there. I'm a 38K/L (yeah you read that right). When I was 100lbs lighter I was still busting out of DDD bras and didn't know anything bigger existed. I used to be in the army and a boxer and I know those girls were just bouncing every which way.
Now, I sped a good deal of $ on bras. My personal favorite brand for both sports bra and every day is Goddess. I wear the Keira every day. They are usually about $45 on prime, but I sometimes find them at about $29 on sale. Their sports bra doesn't go up as high in cup size. I still double those up for high intensity workouts, their band size on their sports bras is way tighter, I have a 40 and a 42 and I wear the 42 over the 40.
I wear compression pants under some looser knit shorts because I'm not ready for my big ol' rear to be that exposed. I'm cheap with outout clothes, but I've been happy buying Danskin from walmart.com.0 -
I wear a supportive bra. This past fall I discovered the Berlei Running Bra and I'm a complete convert. Hands-down the most comfortable bra I've ever owned, and it does a fantastic job supporting me despite a lack of massive constriction. I'm currently a 36 DDD / F , but started at a 38 H in Nov 2015.
(insert shameless plug for HerRoom.com here! -- the universal cup size is a godsend for us busty ladies!).
Other than that I'm cheap. I have a huge pile of t-shirts people have given me over the years as gifts, or "rewards" for joining professional societies, or vendor hand-outs at science meetings. I actually hate t-shirts because I get rashes on my chest (thanks, lupus) but I'm wearing them out, darn it! And I wear yoga pants or shorts, depending on how hot it is and how intensely I'm working out. I shop sales (and lately now that I'm small enough to find clothes there, Goodwill).
I DO spend a great deal of money on well-fitting footwear, though. I still try to shop the sales, but honestly $100 for a pair of well-fitting and supportive shoes is worth it.
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I really like workout tights booty shorts and tanks. I splurge on workout clothes because I'm in the gym so much and buy alo, beyond yoga, Olympia and once in while lulu lemon makes something I don't mind.0
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MadeByMattel wrote: »I was told for busty girls (like myself) wearing the granny bras from like Macy's and then your sports bra over that really give you the support you need. I'm so gonna try that because even Victoria Secret doesn't hold me to my liking.
I did that when I was still nursing my baby and starting back into exercising! It worked great.
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I wear yoga pants and whatever t-shirt happens to be clean. I went to the mens department of Walmart and bought a bunch of crew neck white t-shirts for super cheap.0
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I thought they were good quality, but the pants NEVER STAY UP. Maybe it's just my muffin-top, don't judge. I quit my subscription after a few months, but I think they have great designs, it's good quality... the sports bras were not very supportive (or at least the 2 that I got, but I did have one that was more supportive- a racerback bra).0 -
I randomly went into Kmart for the first time in probably 15 years the other day while waiting to pick up my daughter and I found some really great pants by Everlast there, for about $18. I thought it was a steal. They also carry some cute Jillian Michael's branded workout gear, but that stuff was more expensive. I am going to go thrift shopping this weekend to find some old t-shirts to work out in.0
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