Ladies, do you run/workout in a sports bra (in public)?

It is inappropriate to wear a sports bra in public. It is what it is; a bra. We do not wear a regular bra in public. Treat the sports bra the same.

But we can wear bikinis, which cover less than a bra or sports bra. I'm sorry, but where is the logic in that one??

To me there's no difference in preferring a sports bra to a top than there is to preferring to wear shorts over pants. If it makes you comfortable and able to work out more effectively- good in you.

As a side note I seriously HATE the automatic 'oh those girls just want attention comments.' Most of us are here working hard to look good so we can feel confident- regardless of what that means to us. I find it very disappointing when people then criticize said confidence and assume people are just trying to 'hookup'

Haters I say!

I lived in Eden, NC........but I think Charlotte, Raleigh or even Greensboro wouldnt have been as big a deal.

I wish I could bring myself to do it. Ive ran in extreme heat with sunburn to where my shirt was drenched and rubbing, giving me little blisters all over my stomach. I had the body to feel confident too, but I didnt (im pregnant right now so its out of the question lol). It would be so much better to not have to wear a shirt, but i have body image issues. I say go for it! Some ppl will dislike it, but who cares. You arent there for them, and nobody will report you to the police lol.

I normally don't but this last week I ran in just a sports bra. I'm sorry it was 90 degrees out and when I'm running 5+ miles I don't care what other people think; I want to be comfortable and cool. I live out in the boonies so I can hardly offend anyone. Who cares really; I don't sit around judging what people wear to workout in.

I want your bodyyyyyy!!!!!! :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad: :sad:

It's definitely a matter of personal preference.
Questions: Would you cover up at the beach? If not, why not? Too sweaty, can't get a tan, the shirt will get wet, etc. right?
Also, why should guys be allowed to run topless, but not girls?
What happens when you run in south florida around five pm in the summer?
A shirt just gets in the way. I would not go to the gym without a shirt because I would not want people to feel grossed out about all my skin touching the machines and it's rude to expect other people who are uncomfortable with it to workout in that small space with you. However, out on the road when I'm running, I feel secure enough and the feeling of the wind blowing on my skin cooling me down is worth a few extra odd stares. I usually run in the opposite direction of the cars so that no one is tempted to slow down and talk to me. Plus, I feel good when my abs are in shape and I know people are looking at those too... it gives me that extra motivation to push just a little harder.
As a closing note, there are many sports tops that are tighter than shirts or a little longer than bras to provide more support. A lot of them are also designed to be worn comfortably as the only upper body covering.

imo,

I wish I had the body for it, and then I might feel differently, but I do think it is still a bra. I think in a gym is okay or where it may expected. (beaches)
But I don't think just going down the road is proper. I have children and I don't think they need to be seeing that much skin on a daily basis from ladies running down the road.

If I ever get even a four pack, I am going to do it at least once...

My only peave is when people wear the type of sports bras that look like lingerie style bras with no shirt over it. That looks so tacky. There was actually a plus sized lady in one of my fitness magazines doing exactly that. I felt kind of embarassed for her.

If the thing has under wire, adjustable straps and latches in the back chances are it's not meant to be seen.

I say go for it, if you're comfy with it. If men are allowed to run around wearing nothing but shorts and sneakers, there's no reason for women to be restricted to full-length shirts just because some people are offended by the sight of a, gasp, lady belly.

I saw a woman running today in a sports bra, it never occurred to me that it might be seen as inappropriate . True I could see a bit of her midriff, all lovely and lean and as she was wearing Capri style tights I could see her calves. Mostly I wondered how she was warm enough when she started as I needed fleece, hat and gloves until 1mile in.