Running in a sports bra.... and a smile?

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  • susioryan
    susioryan Posts: 180
    Its hot, I run at 6 am in the morning and I don't care what other people think of me so yeah, I run in my sports bra and no t-shirt.
  • SueInAz
    SueInAz Posts: 6,592 Member
    Seriously people? How is a sports bra any different from wearing a bikini top in public???

    (or in your profile picture, for that matter?) :wink:

    Agreed! Actually, my sports bras cover much more than a bikini and to another person's post: I've never seen a "sports bra" that looks like a bra. They look like a really tight halter top and that's more than enough coverage for me.

    I also run either very early or very late as the sun is rising or setting, so no worries about sunburn.
  • Madrow
    Madrow Posts: 62
    I never have and the main reason is because I wear a regular bra with it and it shows from underneath the sport bra (I have a 38 f bra size). I also have a big floppy belly not unlike the one you mentioned, but if wearing just the sport bra keeps you from heatstroke and makes it easier for you to work out, then I'm not gonna criticize you - I commend you! Besides, nobody HAS to look. On the other hand, there isn't anything wrong with feeling modest as long as you don't let it stop you from reaching your goals.

    And as for seeing others run in a sport bra, I don't really notice unless they are big chested like me and I wanna know what kind of bra they are wearing, and then I ask them so I can take note and don't look like some kind of gawking perv. I actually see them and, no matter how fit they look, think "I wish I had that kind of confidence!".
  • ErikaSwenson
    ErikaSwenson Posts: 160 Member
    Can the pasties run with just a sports bra?

    Being pasty - go for it. Running IN pasties ... no recommended! LOL ... sorry ... just could NOT resist :)

    bwahahahhaha!:laugh:

    Thanks :) And I am very happy you could not resist...it is threads like this that make me love MFP more than I already do!!
  • Slimithy
    Slimithy Posts: 348 Member
    For the record, the only thought that goes through our mind is same thought that goes through our mind anytime we see any bra of any type on any woman of any size...

    ...BOOBS!...
  • mandeiko
    mandeiko Posts: 1,657 Member
    I wish I could! I know people would be thinking that of me, but I have a lot to lose. I'm hoping by next summer, I can be the girl that runs in a sports bra and makes people do a double take. (For a good reason) :laugh:

    This was exactly my thoughts.
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    If I'm running outside then I may wear a sports bra if it's hot enough out. I don't do it at the gym, it's annoying and a bit inappropriate for a gym setting.
  • Vhovell
    Vhovell Posts: 286
    I personally don't run in just my sportsbra, i wish i could but just don't like my belly that sticks out! One day though! but saying that it's never really too hot in the UK though! I just wear a t-shirt with little sleeves over my sports bra.

    However, i say if you feel happy just running in a sports bra then GO FOR IT! i salute you!
  • shellyxxxxx
    shellyxxxxx Posts: 143
    all i can say if youve got it then flaunt it girls x x
  • YukonJoy
    YukonJoy Posts: 1,279 Member
    I would never run in a sports bra. Not until I am at my goal weight.

    But at the beach I don't give a rat's *kitten* what anybody thinks of me in my bikini and I wear it with pride. :)
  • afinkel
    afinkel Posts: 1
    I start out with a sports bra and tank top. But after 2 miles last night in 90 degree heat index I lost the tank top. But I also run when it is dark out. Maybe next time I will have the nerve to start without the tank top.
  • jessicamckay13
    jessicamckay13 Posts: 297
    I debated this the other night, it was still HOT out, I wear double sports bras with a tank over the top but I was tempted to ditch the tank. Kept it on. Don't really know why. My husband was watching my internal debate, rather amused, and told me I had nothing to worry about and I should go without the shirt..don't know if he was just trying to stay on my good side or what.

    At the gym a few weeks ago there was a girl in a...some sort of sports bra, but it had a V cut in it so her (fake) boobs were out for everyone to see. Matching pants. Matching visor. I couldn't help but giggle at her.
  • atsteele
    atsteele Posts: 1,358 Member
    For safety sake you may want to wear a tank top over just to avoid attracting unnecessary attention to yourself. I'm not super paranoid but it is something no one seems to have considered on here.

    First, he/she would have to catch me. And second, they are in for a BIG surprise when they do!! LOL
    Seriously, I dont think sports bra or t-shirt is going to make a difference with a perp.
  • remembertheharddrive
    remembertheharddrive Posts: 133 Member
    When I see women running in a sports bra only on a hot day, I admire them - regardless of the state of their abs. I've only done it a couple of times when it was over 100 when I ran. Around here it's actually more comfortable to wear a wicking tank because its always humid and hot, not just hot.
  • sunkisses
    sunkisses Posts: 2,365 Member
    I've never done it. I still think I'd come away from the scene with 2 black eyes.
  • ChantalGG
    ChantalGG Posts: 2,404 Member
    What kind of bar are you talking about? I have ones that lool just like a regular bra and then the ones that look like a two piece bathing suit top. The larger one is ok but not a cleavage showing one where your boob might pop out lol
  • Annamotion
    Annamotion Posts: 16
    If you have enough confidence to run in a sports bra then do it! whenever i see woman running in sports bra I always think i wish i could do that !
  • marquesajen
    marquesajen Posts: 641
    I have an active wear tank with a built in sports bra. I don't know if I'll ever be comfortable running in just a sports bra. We'll see.
  • amber_hanners
    amber_hanners Posts: 388 Member
    no way that would cause serious issues to my face im sure. lol but if i was smaller on top and had a flat stomache i would consider it for a moment before hubby vetoed. lol
  • vdavis_89
    vdavis_89 Posts: 334
    I might try that if I knew my boobs wouldnt give me a black eye. I bought a sports bra and I hate hate hate it... but I think its just cuz the girls are pretty large lol More power to you girl! At least your out there tryin!
  • cdpm
    cdpm Posts: 297 Member
    I always wear my Shock Absorber sports bra. I can't imagine being without one!! I do always cover up with a t-shirt as well, but to me not wearing one just sounds crazy. I need the comfort and support that it provides when doing my workouts.
  • mjhuff1121
    mjhuff1121 Posts: 112
    From a man's prespective if asked, I think a tank top over sports bra is sexier than just the bra itself. Just my opinion.

    I think You're my new favoritest person EVER! :laugh:
  • fiberartist219
    fiberartist219 Posts: 1,865 Member
    I think of women running around in sports bras (without shirts) like men without shirts. Generally, it's safer to wear one, but for the most part, you know what you can and cannot get away with.
  • lawhite1969
    lawhite1969 Posts: 8
    I wear a tank top over my sports bra:) I don't trust my family to tell the truth about how I look because I know they love me and wouldn't want me to be self conscious. For example, when I was heavier they told me I looked great! Then I dropped 30 pounds and they admitted I looked heavy before, but now I look amazing.......Hmmmmm.....never ask the ones who love you beccause they tell you what you want to hear:)

    If your embarrassed now, then wear a tank top and don't worry:)
  • katedonn5
    katedonn5 Posts: 16
    Looking at my stomach is like seeing Casper and I still run in a sportsbra. I usually try to choose a darker color so that when I sweat it's not see-through. Sometimes I run and get so hot I take my shirt off but nowadays I just push myself out the door sans shirt. I'm self-conscious for a few minutes but then I think what the heck I am out here running and there are plenty of old men running shirtless with more chest hair and bigger bellys.
  • Elle408
    Elle408 Posts: 500 Member
    Great thread! I get really irritated when running because of the fabric rubbing against my sweaty stomach (how's that for a sexy image? lol) and often go home with a bit of a rash because of it. I would totally and utterly run in just a bra... if it wasn't so cold out here! My stomach's pretty flat but I do have some jiggle left in it, I don't think it'd bother me though if I was more comfortable whilst running!
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