Sports Bra Question???

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  • caroldot
    caroldot Posts: 388 Member
    I'm a double D as well and Unfortunately I had to spend out some ka-ching! to find a good one that fits right. Try lululemon.com because they have great selection - you can shop by bra size - but pricey. I'm not sure where you live but I recently tried on (but didn't purchase) a sports bra I found at Walmart. Its a Danskin brand - it comes S/M/L but has side adjustable hooks and its a t-back which in my opinion is a must! I really liked and thinking of going back to get it. Or I double up if I know the workout will be alot of bouncing up & down.
  • k7n2w3
    k7n2w3 Posts: 241 Member
    On runningworld.com they have an article on sports bras http://www.runnersworld.com/cda/microsite/article/0,8029,s6-238-275-0-12823-0,00.html . One thing you might want to do is buy that belly band http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/Product.asp?SKU=17022121 . A woman at work uses that over her sports bras when she does a workout requiring jumping. The belly band is some gimick that people buy to reduce waist size and it goes tight around the waist. After hearing she puts it up there and loves it, I'm tempted to buy one too since it is less than cost of a bunch of new sports bras and she hasn't seen a decrease in her size after a year of using it to supplement her sports bras (has seen a decrease in weight of course but not inproportionate). Hope that helps.
  • MMarvelous
    MMarvelous Posts: 1,067 Member
    The cost range of an Enell sports bra $48-$60.
  • rgustin
    rgustin Posts: 58 Member
    Great info. Thanks for sharing.
  • Single_Ma
    Single_Ma Posts: 22
    A few of my top heavy friends and I wear Moving Comfort sports bras. They are kinda of pricey but can be found on sale for about $20-$25. I love them because they hold my girls firmly in place when running, the shoulder strap is adjustable, and I love that it snaps in the back like a regular bra. By the way, I hate pulling a sweaty bra over my head, as require by some standard sports bras. Oh, and here's a good article from about.com that lists the best sports bras for plus size women.

    http://exercise.about.com/od/exerciseapparel/tp/Best-sports-bras-for-full-figures.htm
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    Double D here too. I tend to use two bras, to be honest. I wear a regular cup, with a sports bra over it. Sounds weird but it seems to work :)
    Triple D here - I do this also. I wear a cup bra, very tight and then a sports bra a size smaller over it. It definitely helps. :)
  • dakitten2
    dakitten2 Posts: 888 Member
    Sports bras that hook in the front work great for me. I hate having to pull one over my head or anything like that.
  • dida0721
    dida0721 Posts: 107 Member
    I got mine at WalMart. I think they are made by Hanes or something like that. I love them.
  • d3mon4ngel
    d3mon4ngel Posts: 242 Member
    Going to be looking for a sports bra tomorrow, so bumping to save it so I can peruse the recommended brands when I get home tonight. :bigsmile:
  • ajevans2674
    ajevans2674 Posts: 31 Member
    I have at least 15 sports bras - I'm a runner, and love intense cardio! My absolute favorite sports bra (I've tried a lot) are the champion ones at target (C9 seemless racerback). They're often on sale, so it's always good to stock up then. They should feel snug, but not chafe or hurt. On the plus side, they come in tons of fun colors!

    Side note: I'm barely a B cup, so I'm not sure how the sizing works with this bra...
  • Hab1978
    Hab1978 Posts: 57 Member
    bump....planning on bra shopping this week-end! :smile:
  • ShellyBrew
    ShellyBrew Posts: 823
    I can't find a name brand sports bra for the life of me that fits my big girl boobies (46DD or 46DDD). Most name brand sports bras don't go up to my band size.

    Belive it or not I found Old Navy has one sports bra in the plus section that is awesome. It used to come in black only but I just looked it up and they finally have different colors. I think I get the 2X so it fits snug and I wear it over my regular everyday bra and get awesome support. It is only $25

    http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=78092&vid=8&pid=814660&scid=814660002

    Good Luck!
  • runnermel
    runnermel Posts: 278
    awe....sad to see that you think you only need a sports bra for two months! hope you will keep up with the tougher workouts even after weight is off. your body needs it all the time! hopefully, you just mean that you will need a smaller size!!!
  • ltinsley52974
    ltinsley52974 Posts: 16
    I don't like the girls to move at all. Hurts my chest. I just bought a great bra over the weekend. It has a underwire. I run a lot and always wore 2 bra, which is very uncomfortable. This bra is a bit expensive for a sports bra but well worth the money. You can even get it in a Double D.

    Moving Comfort Maia Sports Bra - $46

    http://www.scheelssports.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10101&productId=88802&categoryId=117168
  • joeykat16
    joeykat16 Posts: 81 Member
    Double D here too. I tend to use two bras, to be honest. I wear a regular cup, with a sports bra over it. Sounds weird but it seems to work :)

    I do this as well... It works great for me!
  • agottula
    agottula Posts: 13 Member
    Yes, I also say Champion. They are relatively inexpensive when you buy online. They even have a clearance section. Look for good coverage and high impact :) The seamless ones at Target are nice, but they aren't going to have enough support for you unfortunately.
  • alexbelly
    alexbelly Posts: 277 Member
    I get mine at Walmart.. Danskin always works best for me
  • memcd911
    memcd911 Posts: 230 Member
    Whether or not you think you can afford it, an Enell is the ONLY way to go. I'm a Gcup (sometimes pushing GG). Exercise without my Enell is unrealistic. The comfort and support of this bra beat that of any other sports bra I've ever worn. I can do jumping jacks til my arms fall off and my ladies lumps are perfectly fine.
  • jennylsapia
    jennylsapia Posts: 236 Member
    Double D here too. I tend to use two bras, to be honest. I wear a regular cup, with a sports bra over it. Sounds weird but it seems to work :)

    That's what I do too.....because I have yet to find a sports bra that even though they swear will hold them that actually does....So I find the normal run of the mill sports bra over your regular bra works wonders!
  • janorris82
    janorris82 Posts: 14
    I too am a nursing mom, with Double D's! I HAVE found the best bra out there!! It's from Title Nine Company, it's pricey, but sooo worth it! It's called "The Last Resort Bra" .....lol the name is so fitting! But I highly recommend it!:happy:
  • MrsLVF
    MrsLVF Posts: 787 Member
    Most brands have several different levels of support to chose from. I have some sports bras for low impact activities with moderate support, and some for high impact activities that really hold the ladies firmly. Whatever brand you get make sure it's a "compression style" sport bra they squeeze you in tight so you don't bounce. It's not the most flattering bra because it holds you in, but they defiantly support my DD ladies. I use Nike I got mine @ marshal's & TJMAX for $10-15.
  • fragilegoat
    fragilegoat Posts: 26 Member
    I went through a couple MFP threads a few days ago, because I have the same problem!
    Here are the ones that were frequently mentioned/recommended:

    - Moving Comfort: Fiona, Maia,
    - Impact Free
    - Panache Sports Bra
    - Enell - also recommended by Oprah (if that has any impact on your decision, ha)
    - Lululemon Tata Tamer
    - Shock Absorber - appears to be a UK company $69USD on zappos
    - Under Armour Women's Endure High-Impact Sports Bra
    - Champion
    - Title Nine: The Last Resort

    I'm currently using a Champion one that I actually really like, but reviews all say that there's a plastic thing that breaks easily. I'm picking up new ones ASAP! Probably going to try the Moving Comfort ones as they're the most affordable and seem to be recommended often. HTH!
  • kardsharp
    kardsharp Posts: 516 Member
    Good thread! Thank you for all the wonderful suggestions. I can already see my bank account depleting. <SMILE>

    Kristine
  • fragilegoat
    fragilegoat Posts: 26 Member
    Also, as larger chested ladies, don't you guys have to pick up expensive everyday bras too?
    Sweat's really hard on bras. Do you wear out your bras any faster?
    I've always just stuck to sports bras cuz my everyday bras are even pricier than the dedicated large-chested sports bras.
  • bdwier
    bdwier Posts: 13
    I had the same question and was surprised to learn that all my friends knew this secret and I didn't... Even my guy friends haha.. But I now wear 2 sports bras and I don't move AT ALL!!! One is a champion compresion sports bra and the other I got from avon and it has adjustable straps and hooks in the back so it's just like a regular bra.. I love the combination!!
  • michelegshields
    michelegshields Posts: 8
    Ok believe it or not but I wear two bras it works! My daugher is a cheerleader..thats what they do at practice..She told me about it and it works wayyyy better than a sports bra to me..Or you can wear your regular bra under the sports bra. I'm and 40D so I understand your pain LOL
  • tigerblue
    tigerblue Posts: 1,526 Member
    Target carries the Champion line. There are two or three options for under $20. I like the racerback style. The tank style just doesn't have enough support.
  • Michelle_Nicole
    Michelle_Nicole Posts: 95 Member
    I get shock absorber sports bras from Victoria's Secret, they arent too expensive and they explain on the tag what they are for. They have them made for people doing low impact yoga or pilates and some for high impact running and weight training! I have DD's and with these sports bras they dont move an inch!
  • mzjandiace
    mzjandiace Posts: 162
    So I started 30 Day Shred today and my double-d milk filled (yup, nursing mom) heavy ta-tas were just about to slap me in the face. It hurt. I've never bought a sports bra as I've typically have done things like walking or low-impact aerobics for exercise. What do I need to look for? Also, it needs to be fairly reasonable. I was an English major (aka doomed to eternal poverty) and can't afford to drop a bunch of money on something that I will only wear for a few months (the goal is to loose weight and buy new clothes). Any suggestions?

    Not sure if anyone suggested this yet but I am (was) a DD and nursing (have stopped since) but what I have always done... and still do.... is wear a normal sports bra from like Target, then one of those very fitted sports tops (that also have a support system) over it. It keeps me very well immobilized. hahaha! I bought both of those at Target. 15 ish for the bra, 20 for the "top".

    Yep, I'm just a big girl all around and I got mine from Target, and it absorbs the sweat! Love it!
  • KemaVA
    KemaVA Posts: 81 Member
    Double D here too. I tend to use two bras, to be honest. I wear a regular cup, with a sports bra over it. Sounds weird but it seems to work :)

    Now I dont feel alone! I'm a D (going to a C because they are the first to go) but when I run I want to feel like a boy. lol! I wear a regular bra and then put on a tight fitting high impact sports bra. The regular bra protects my boobies from being overly smushed.

    Oh and the sport bra I use is Gold's gym... but I bought it from Marshalls.
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