So... I"m top heavy. (girl specific)

SephirothsChild15
SephirothsChild15 Posts: 45
edited October 3 in Fitness and Exercise
Aka, I have huge boobs. Even before I gained all my weight i had big boobs. When was at 115lb I had Ds to DDs. I'm 144 now and have DDs to DDDs. It makes it really hard to do any kind of exercise because they bounce so much. The sports bras that I get at walmart, k-mart etc. just aren't cutting it. Do you guys have any suggestions on what won't make my boobs bounce?

Thanks!
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  • mmhenry28
    mmhenry28 Posts: 163 Member
    My friend who has similar issues wear two sports bras, she says its the only way to get the support that she needs without having to buy custom made bras
  • SephirothsChild15
    SephirothsChild15 Posts: 45
    Two? I've thought about a sports bra over my regular bras. THoughts?
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,416 Member
    Yep. Do two at once. It works. . . . hey. Not like that . *madface*
  • Hoppymom
    Hoppymom Posts: 1,158 Member
    You must be built like my daughter. Try two sports bras at once. You can also try two minimizer bras too. I have a friend whose daughter is tall, lean and large busted. she wears two sports bras and then binds them with an ace bandage if she is running. Good luck.
  • RJSuperMan
    RJSuperMan Posts: 52 Member
    This may be the greatest topic ever posted...just sayin.... :D
  • chnkydnknmomma
    chnkydnknmomma Posts: 258
    I also have a friend who wears 2 bras while working out and she says it works wonders...not sure what type.
  • rogar28
    rogar28 Posts: 12 Member
    My ex-girlfriend had the same problem. She couldn't find the right bra and just settled on wearing two at once. Try that out.
  • stargazgal
    stargazgal Posts: 93 Member
    I too am a size DD. I wear a champion high impact bra with a compression sports bra overtop and recently I just purchased an Enell Sports bra. Check out the website. They are expensive (I paid close to 100)..but you can get them on the website cheaper. They are soooo worth it! Not the prettiest but man do they keep the girls in place! :)
  • jlewis2896
    jlewis2896 Posts: 763 Member
    I have to double-bag my girls as well.

    I would recommend two sports bras, as regular bras have more hooks, wires, etc. that can irritate the skin.

    I use a good, more costly sports bra (I like Marika) on the bottom, then use a Champion or Hanes bra over that.
  • shesblossoming
    shesblossoming Posts: 426
    Yes on the two bras. I did that all the time, and it made running so much easier.
  • electriq
    electriq Posts: 359 Member
    Go to a specialist underwear store and invest in a high quality sports bra. I would recommend one with an option of crossing the back straps. It might take a while to work out how to get in and out of it, but I find this makes a huge difference. I have several bras like this and the cross over reduces bounce significantly. I just wear one at a time as I find that suffices (plus I'm not convinced of the comfort of wearing two!). If I want additional support I opt for a tight fitting singlet but I mostly don't feel I need this.
  • PlunderBunneh
    PlunderBunneh Posts: 1,705 Member
    Try a tank with a built-in shelf bra with a sports bra underneath.
    My tatas bouncing don't bug me unless I pay attention to it. Jumping jacks are strictly off limits though.
    Good luck.
  • speakz82
    speakz82 Posts: 46
    Although I used to be a DDD pre-weight loss I'm now down to a C *cry* and used to use duct tape to tape me down. Most people think I'm joking but I'd put on my regular bra. Duct tape, then put the sports bra over it. Did the trick.
  • aWashCloth
    aWashCloth Posts: 198 Member
    I have the same problem, I use a sports bra, then over that I wear one of those athletic shirts with a built in bra, then over that I wear a regular shirt. It works great.
  • SephirothsChild15
    SephirothsChild15 Posts: 45
    I have to double-bag my girls as well.

    That is the best way to put this... seriously.
  • chollingshed74
    chollingshed74 Posts: 57 Member
    man i wish i had big boobs....
  • fullofhope
    fullofhope Posts: 78 Member
    I was a DD. I hated it it, I had a terrible time exercising it hurt so bad. I finally went to a well known plastic surgeon in my town and had a consutation for a breast reduction. Insurance paid for it and I can't believe I waited so long to have it done. Recovery was a breeze, and I couldn't believe how much better I slept because I could BREATH. It was amazing. I wish I had done it 10 years ago. I never could find a bra that fit properly and that didn't dig into my shoulders. I am loving life. and button up shirts. Just an alternative to wearing two sport bras.
  • mstankowski
    mstankowski Posts: 32 Member
    I also have DDD. I wear a good supportive underwire bra that I wear everyday. Then I will put my sports bra on top. I HAVE to wear two bras, it's essential! The cheaper sports bras that I bought at walmart were not as good as the ones I got at target. Good luck! I know how hard it is.
  • Aussie4870
    Aussie4870 Posts: 120
    im in the same boat as you...even when i was skinny i had D's...i was up to a DDD but now am back down to a DD..

    i do what everyone else has said...wear two bras...it is the only thing that i have found works for me aside from getting a really expensive sports bra, which seems pointless since im going down in sizes...
  • SephirothsChild15
    SephirothsChild15 Posts: 45
    man i wish i had big boobs....

    Honestly, there not that great. I mean I DO like them. But it's better to be well proportioned. I'm a latina with a butt as flat as a wall...

    And I'm sure you can wear cuter clothes, run better, dance better, etc without giant boobs bouncing everywhere.

    On a related note... How much do you think these suckers weigh?
  • Caperfae
    Caperfae Posts: 433
    I'm a G cup and I wear a Glamorise sports bra and my girls don't budge.
  • SBug
    SBug Posts: 15 Member
    I have C's and have similar issues. I have the Target Champion brand cotton/spandex sports bra. they stay super tight and conceal everything.
  • tedeez
    tedeez Posts: 18
    I'm top heavy as well. Use a good support regular bra and and sports bra for good support, or wear 2 support sports bra. You want them to fit tightly!!! Try different ways sometimes others fit much better and use the ones that you arent playing around with the straps and such. Good luck!
  • UnderCoverShyGirl
    UnderCoverShyGirl Posts: 254 Member
    all these years and i thought i just could never run or bounce, i wish i had known this 2 bra trick earlier. I always wore/wear an underwire, do any of you two sport bra peeps also normally wear an underwire and do you have any problem with things errr, falling out? LOL
  • Saffyra
    Saffyra Posts: 607 Member
    You want one that has separate cups to avoid monoboob. And has seams to prevent bouncing.

    I am a 34E and I had been using Champion sports bras (they have separate cups and extra seams) but I just splurged on the queen of all sports bras-- A Freya sports bra! It hasnt arrived yet but I cant wait to try it out.

    They make them in all sizes, too. Usually if you wear an E they expect you to be a 44 not a tiny 34. I have to special order all my bras to get the right size.

    Anyway, I can report back once it arrives and I've run in it.... :D
  • electricnarwhal
    electricnarwhal Posts: 95
    Wow, I never thought to wear two bras, either... Learn something new! :)
  • AthenaGreenWolf
    AthenaGreenWolf Posts: 2
    Hii I completely understand where you're coming from; I have DD's too!! When i go to the gym, I usually wear two bras. I'm still bouncing, but it does help because it doesn't hurt because I'm bouncing so little. Also, for sport bras, I recommend champion, and I also swear by anything Victoria's Secret; I know that they are expensive, but I'm willing to pay the expense because their bras are so durable and supportive.
  • SephirothsChild15
    SephirothsChild15 Posts: 45
    Seriously... how much do these suckers weigh????
  • genxrider
    genxrider Posts: 107 Member
    Have you considered a breast reduction? I had one done a few years ago and it was the best thing I ever did for myself. Many insurers will pay for it because very large breasts cause back and neck aches, shoulder dents, heartburn, etc.

    I worked out hard for about 6 months before the surgery, mostly to get in good condition for what is a long surgery, and I just wore a comfortable wireless bra (Cacique) and let the boobs do their thing.

    I cannot tell you how amazing is to fit into bras, shirts, bathing suits, jackets, cami tops, etc. Sitting down at a table and not resting my boobs actually on the table... it's amazing.

    I can actually wear underwire now without it digging into my chin.

    I wish I'd done it years ago.
  • zilchie
    zilchie Posts: 10 Member
    I'm a DD or DDD as well. With the right bra you should not need two! I work at Title Nine, we carry a good selection of sports bras.

    www.titlenine.com

    The bras that give me the most support are the Seven Wonders and the Three Reasons. Both of these are made by Moving Comfort. I also really like a bra made by CWX, the Ultra Support.

    http://cw-x.com/ExploreProducts.aspx?gender=womens&product=bras&by=collection&sub=ultraSupport&id=1435

    Go try on some sports bras, or order some. It might take some time to find the right one, but something will work for you!
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