Workout tanks (women's)
blonditz
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Why are they all racer back? The sports bras I like have straps like a regular bra, so I can't wear racer back tanks with them. Anyone have any non racer back workout tanks they like? I don't care if they're cotton, I actually like cotton. But I don't really want to wear tanks from the regular clothes section as they tend to be a little more fitted, especially through the stomach. Going up a size just makes them too big in the arm holes and you can see down them. Help?
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What about a bra converter?1
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Why are they all racer back? The sports bras I like have straps like a regular bra, so I can't wear racer back tanks with them. Anyone have any non racer back workout tanks they like? I don't care if they're cotton, I actually like cotton. But I don't really want to wear tanks from the regular clothes section as they tend to be a little more fitted, especially through the stomach. Going up a size just makes them too big in the arm holes and you can see down them. Help?
Why can't you?8 -
Yes, everyone will see your bra straps if you wear a regular sports bra with a racer back top. But how important IS that?
When I first started running this bothered me. Then I did a half-marathon, and it was so hot I ended up running in just the bra.
No one really cares if they can see your sports bra under your top, or even just your bra.12 -
You're working out, not walking the cat walk. Keep it functional and comfortable.4
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Have you looked at men's workout tanks? Also, why can't you wear racerback tanks? I have sports bras with traditional style straps & wear racerbacks all the time. Maybe if I was going out shopping or to dinner I wouldn't want to have my bra straps showing, but it's the gym.3
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Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.0
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My bra hangs out and I really don't care one iota. My hair's a mess and my face is all red too.
It's really okay.5 -
Yeah, I don't like it either. I probably wouldn't care, but my sports bras aren't of the cute and strappy variety. They're heavily engineered and not pretty. Just an personal aesthetic issue.
LLBean used to carry a nice one, but they seem to have discontinued it. Lands' End still has two options with a wider back, but they don't have colors I like.0 -
Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.
Yes, personal preference. And it's not just to the gym as I often pick the kids up from school or stop at the grocery store on the way home.1 -
Yeah, I don't like it either. I probably wouldn't care, but my sports bras aren't of the cute and strappy variety. They're heavily engineered and not pretty. Just an personal aesthetic issue.
LLBean used to carry a nice one, but they seem to have discontinued it. Lands' End still has two options with a wider back, but they don't have colors I like.
Exactly. In my size sports bras aren't pretty, they're functional. They look more like a regular bra than the sports bras most people think of when you say sports bra.
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Have you looked at men's workout tanks? Also, why can't you wear racerback tanks? I have sports bras with traditional style straps & wear racerbacks all the time. Maybe if I was going out shopping or to dinner I wouldn't want to have my bra straps showing, but it's the gym.
I'll have to check that out. I always figured the arm hole would be huge. Although honestly the idea of people seeing the sides of the bra bothers me much less than people seeing the straps. I realize that makes no sense.1 -
livingleanlivingclean wrote: »What about a bra converter?
I've tried one. It changed the way the bra fit just enough to drive me crazy the entire workout. I have a hard time finding sports bras, so now that I found one I like I'd rather buy shirts to fit the bra rather than mess with the bra.1 -
Target has lots of sleeveless and tank top type shirts that aren't racerbacks.
https://www.target.com/c/tops-activewear-women-s-clothing/-/N-5xtci0 -
Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.
Yes, personal preference. And it's not just to the gym as I often pick the kids up from school or stop at the grocery store on the way home.
Ah. I have a lightweight jacket I throw over my tank for stuff like that. I got it at Old Navy in the Active Section.
I don't know about anyone else, but my grocery store is always set to Arctic Zone freezing and there's no way I'd want to go in there in a tank top anyway.
Anyway, that's probably why I don't worry about bra straps showing, even though my bras are super functional and not pretty at all.0 -
GottaBurnEmAll wrote: »Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.
Yes, personal preference. And it's not just to the gym as I often pick the kids up from school or stop at the grocery store on the way home.
Ah. I have a lightweight jacket I throw over my tank for stuff like that. I got it at Old Navy in the Active Section.
I don't know about anyone else, but my grocery store is always set to Arctic Zone freezing and there's no way I'd want to go in there in a tank top anyway.
Anyway, that's probably why I don't worry about bra straps showing, even though my bras are super functional and not pretty at all.
My bra shows when I am at the gym, then I throw a shirt on over it if I need to go grocery shopping or drop by the school.0 -
http://women.duluthtrading.com/store/womens/womens-shirts-womens-tops/womens-tanks/womens-tanks.aspx High quality durable clothes - check it out!0
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I forgot about Duluth Trading! Yes! Excellent choice. The clothes are well-made and very functional. Good attention to detail.0
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Wear a t-shirt?1
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Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.
Yes, personal preference. And it's not just to the gym as I often pick the kids up from school or stop at the grocery store on the way home.
I see.
You might try looking in the pajama section for tanks. I get my workout tanks from that area because I can often find non clingy tanks there. I can't say off the top of my head if there are more non racer back tanks in that area but it's worth a shot.0 -
If it's just about looks, learn to love layering. I do it all the time. Color coordinate. Have fun with it.0
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Kohls has some in their tekgear brand that aren't racerback0
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Target has lots of sleeveless and tank top type shirts that aren't racerbacks.
https://www.target.com/c/tops-activewear-women-s-clothing/-/N-5xtci
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Is it a personal preference to not have your bra straps show? Years ago I remember it was a no-no but these days it's not a big deal. Though I understand if it's just personal preference.
Yes, personal preference. And it's not just to the gym as I often pick the kids up from school or stop at the grocery store on the way home.
I see.
You might try looking in the pajama section for tanks. I get my workout tanks from that area because I can often find non clingy tanks there. I can't say off the top of my head if there are more non racer back tanks in that area but it's worth a shot.
Never thought of that. I'll have to look there.0 -
TeresaB12345 wrote: »Kohls has some in their tekgear brand that aren't racerback
That's where I've found them in the past. Not having a lot of luck this year.
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As an aside, they do make cute sports bras in bigger sizes! I have one from Panache that provides AMAZING support (I wear a 32H) and is stylish. I stalk Amazon until I find deals on the styles I like. The bra I have goes up to a J-cup. Panache Women's Underwired Sports Bra, Kaleidoscope, 32 H https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HQQW440/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jNcRzbNCRKTCN0
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Options:
1. A lot of larger department stores carry tanks that aren't racer backs
2. If shirt sleeves annoy you, find cheap t-shirts (secondhand is great for this), and simply cut off the sleeves. Instant sleeveless shirt.
3. Your working out, it's just a bra strap. Wear stuff that you are comfortable in and don't worry about what anyone else thinks. Chances are because they are also working out, they aren't noticing.1
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