Please recommend a sports bra for high-impact exercise

[baby monster]

I"m having a hard time finding a good sports bra for high-impact activities like running and jumping. Looking for a non-racerback bra that allows very little bounce. Don't care about padding. I used to wear Champion double dry line but they seem to have changed the fit because all of the new ones I bought allow too much bounce. Someone recommended Motion Comfort Fiona but it doesn't have enough control even when I try to size down. Any recommendations?

 

[monarch64]

I am not a runner, but the women runners I know really like Moving Comfort so I was going to suggest that but just noticed that's what you meant when you said Motion comfort because of the Fiona. Sorry, no other recs than to try wearing a regular bra with a sports bra over it. That's the only way I've ever felt fully supported.

 

[canuk-gal]

HI:

I've had success with this brand. Bought it at a lingerie/specialty shop.

http://www.anita.com/de-en/Products,Anita_active?PSID=052705af95f691c70de99c16e69c4267

Incidentally, I bought a Lululemon product and it worked TOO well--so dam tight I couldn't breathe! I gave it to my sister--she is a runner and loved it.

cheers--Sharon

 

[JaneSmith]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.
http://www.enell.com/

 

[star sparkle]

I wear Moving Comfort and I have both the Fiona and Maia. I find that the Maia is more supportive than the Fiona.

I used to wear Enell, but now that I've tried MC I'll never go back.

 

[maccers]

I do a lot of jumping in my sports, this has helped eliminate any discomfort:

http://shop.lululemon.com/products/clothes-accessories/bras-high-support/Booby-Bracer?cc=6925&skuId=3548312&catId=bras-high-support

Comes in different cup sizes. Fun colours too!

ETA: This one is good too, slightly less support but still really good imo: http://shop.lululemon.com/products/clothes-accessories/bras-medium-support/Ta-Ta-Tamer-II-31110?cc=11314&skuId=3548482&catId=bras-medium-support

 

[iluvshinythings]

I like the Panache underwire sports bra. It hooks in the back. I don't do high-impact so I can't vouch for that aspect but it is comfortable enough to wear all day and it seems to keep everything where it's supposed to be.

 

[kenny]

Probably the most high-impact bra is a bullet-proof one.

 

[kenny]

So is breast pain from unsupported vigorous activity anything like testicle pain from the same?

I don't know, but suspect it cannot possibly hurt as much.

I suspect a scientific study could not answer this question as the test subjects could not experience both.

 

[amc80]

Would a racer back be okay if it zipped up in the front? I have an Under Armour bra and that puppy really keeps the ladies in place-

http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/armour-bra-protege-c-cup/pid1236590-001

 

[amc80]

So is breast pain from unsupported vigorous activity anything like testicle pain from the same?

I don't know, but suspect it cannot possibly hurt as much.

I suspect a scientific study could not answer this question as the test subjects could not experience both.

Probably. The difference is boobs are so much bigger and heavier, so if you are running it can be really uncomfortable.

 

[kenny]

So is breast pain from unsupported vigorous activity anything like testicle pain from the same?

I don't know, but suspect it cannot possibly hurt as much.

I suspect a scientific study could not answer this question as the test subjects could not experience both.

Probably. The difference is boobs are so much bigger and heavier, so if you are running it can be really uncomfortable.

Also we must factor in mens' lower pain tolerance since they never give birth or sh!t bowling balls.

 

[iheartscience]

This one by Moving Comfort is for high impact and has great reviews: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/moving-comfort-fiona-sports-bra/3101534?origin=category&BaseUrl=Sport

Natori and Josie also make great sports bras. This one is for medium impact though: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/natori-...m_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_3_B

 

[Dancing Fire]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.

JS...SMTBoobs...

 

[kenny]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.

JS...SMTBoobs...

DF

One more post like that and Jon is going to send me your Octavia ... after you pay for it.

 

[Dancing Fire]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.

JS...SMTBoobs...

DF

One more post like that and Jon is going to send me your Octavia ... after you pay for it.

Maybe by Christmas?...

 

[baby monster]

HI:

I've had success with this brand. Bought it at a lingerie/specialty shop.

http://www.anita.com/de-en/Products,Anita_active?PSID=052705af95f691c70de99c16e69c4267

Incidentally, I bought a Lululemon product and it worked TOO well--so dam tight I couldn't breathe! I gave it to my sister--she is a runner and loved it.

cheers--Sharon

Thanks. Looks like Amazon sells this brand so it's in my shopping cart.

 

[baby monster]

I do a lot of jumping in my sports, this has helped eliminate any discomfort:

http://shop.lululemon.com/products/clothes-accessories/bras-high-support/Booby-Bracer?cc=6925&skuId=3548312&catId=bras-high-support

Comes in different cup sizes. Fun colours too!

ETA: This one is good too, slightly less support but still really good imo: http://shop.lululemon.com/products/clothes-accessories/bras-medium-support/Ta-Ta-Tamer-II-31110?cc=11314&skuId=3548482&catId=bras-medium-support

Thanks. I never tried Lululemon but I found a store not too far away and will make the drive to try these on.

 

[baby monster]

I wear Moving Comfort and I have both the Fiona and Maia. I find that the Maia is more supportive than the Fiona.

I used to wear Enell, but now that I've tried MC I'll never go back.

Is there a reason you prefer MC over Enell? Maya has underwire which I find uncomfortable when exercising.

 

[baby monster]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.
http://www.enell.com/

That certainly looks formidable. I may need to find a store to try on as that's not the design I've seen before.

 

[baby monster]

Would a racer back be okay if it zipped up in the front? I have an Under Armour bra and that puppy really keeps the ladies in place-

http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/armour-bra-protege-c-cup/pid1236590-001

Thanks but racerbacks give me terrible neck pain. Somehow my anatomy doesn't work with this design.

 

[baby monster]

Probably the most high-impact bra is a bullet-proof one.

Interesting take but have a hunch it would chafe terribly. And what is that thing in the middle for, a battering ram?

 

[kenny]

Probably the most high-impact bra is a bullet-proof one.

Interesting take but have a hunch it would chafe terribly. And what is that thing in the middle for, a battering ram?

Maybe it's a straw adaptor for nursing during battle.

 

[JaneSmith]

If you have large breasts, I highly recommend an Enell. When I see a well endowed woman out running with an obviously poorly supportive bra, I want to stage an intervention! These bras are fab. They have a lot of hooks and are snug, so it takes a minute to get it on, but it is worth it. I'm 38DD and this bra means I can go for a run, no jiggle.
God it hurts when I have to run for a bit in a normal bra. I end up jogging with my arms crossed in front.

JS...SMTBoobs...

Kenny, you have the cutest outfits.

 

[lioness]

Nike. Love my Nike sports bra. Try one on.

 

[DiamondsforDee]

I love CWX, especially this one:

http://www.cw-x.com/ExploreProducts.aspx?gender=womens&product=bras&by=collection&sub=sportSupport&id=1410

The MC sports bras caused awful chaffing, so those have been thrown out. I was literally bleeding. No issues with this one. I don't have to double up when running either. 32DD and I run 40-50 miles a week.

 

[SB621]

I didn't read all the replies but i HIGHLY recommend the Victoria Secert Sports Bra. They come in different levels of support. Their maximum support is perfect for running or any other high impact exercises. I swear by them!

 

[star sparkle]

I wear Moving Comfort and I have both the Fiona and Maia. I find that the Maia is more supportive than the Fiona.

I used to wear Enell, but now that I've tried MC I'll never go back.

Is there a reason you prefer MC over Enell? Maya has underwire which I find uncomfortable when exercising.

I honestly don't even notice the underwire when I'm wearing it.

MC is so much easier to put on (there aren't a million hooks), more comfortable to wear, and easier to wear a variety of workout tops with. The Enell rises so high in the front that you can't really wear any sort of scoop-neck tops without it showing, and it's not exactly the cutest thing to look at peeking out the top of your shirt with all those hooks and seams.

 

[baby monster]

I love CWX, especially this one:

http://www.cw-x.com/ExploreProducts.aspx?gender=womens&product=bras&by=collection&sub=sportSupport&id=1410

The MC sports bras caused awful chaffing, so those have been thrown out. I was literally bleeding. No issues with this one. I don't have to double up when running either. 32DD and I run 40-50 miles a week.

Thanks. I like the looks of Versatx.

 

[baby monster]

I didn't read all the replies but i HIGHLY recommend the Victoria Secert Sports Bra. They come in different levels of support. Their maximum support is perfect for running or any other high impact exercises. I swear by them!

I actually tried on every single sports bra they make and couldn't find one with adequate fit and support. Disappointing because I get tons of coupons from them.