For small to medium, B to C cup sizes. Most sports bras I get from the main department stores, even the pricier ones, just don't do a good enough job so I am wondering what the sporting experts recommend. Thanks :)
What is the best, most high-tech and effective sports bra on the market?
I run and I use a sports by by Champion. It holds you in and keeps you immobile. No bouncing all over the place. I tried many many bras and this one was the best. Also it was not super expensive either.
Reply:Sports bras: the lowdownThursday, July 5, 2007
By Michaela Ryan
Did you know there's no muscle in your breasts? Skin actually provides the main support. And there's also some support from fine, hair-like ligaments called Cooper's ligaments.
"The breasts are not very well supported for the amount of activity we want to do," says Deirdre McGhee, sports physiotherapist and lecturer in functional anatomy at the University of Wollongong.
Many women experience breast discomfort if they exercise in an unsupportive bra. It's more common for larger breasted women to experience this, however, it does happen to smaller breasted women as well.
A well-fitted sports bra significantly reduces this discomfort. That's because a sports bra limits the amount of breast movement by 50 percent compared to bare-breasted exercise and 30 percent when compared to a lace fashion bra, according to Deirdre's research.
Small boobs?
Smaller breasted women (A and B cups) often exercise in a crop-top style sports bra. These bras limit breast movement by compressing them. So it's no good to have a crop top with a plunging neckline — make sure the bra covers your boobs entirely.
When choosing a crop top, Deirdre says to look for a rigid elastic material. If it's as thin as a T-shirt, that won't give you enough support.
Larger boobs?
Larger breasted women need soft cup or underwire sports bras.
"The straps need to be firm enough that they don't slide off the shoulder, but not so tight that they're digging in," Deirdre says. "And the part of the band at the front that's between the breasts — that must be sitting on the breastbone."
Make sure the underwire sits on your ribs and breastbone, not the breast tissue. Some larger breasted women wear one of these bras underneath a crop top. This can reduce breast movement quite well, but it can also leave you feeling too hot.
Proper fitting
If you don't fit yourself properly, your bra probably won't do its job.
If your breasts bulge above the cup or crop top, the bra is too small. If there are wrinkles in the cup or crop top, then the bra is too big.
The band should fit around your trunk comfortably. If it's too tight it can restrict your breathing. And you'll know if it's too loose if it slides up and down your trunk as you move your arms up and down.
While you're in the fitting room, Deirdre suggests running on the spot to get an idea of how comfortable and supportive the bra will be.
What works for you
Some bra manufacturers point out the level of activity which is suitable for their bras. For low-impact exercise such as yoga, walking or road cycling, you'll probably be fine in a comfortable bra with basic support and breathable material (cotton breathes better than synthetics). For higher impact sports such as running, netball or mountain biking, again it's important to find a bra that's cool and comfortable, but strong support is more vital.
Through trial and error, work out which design suits your individual needs. If your sports bra is uncomfortable in any way, your performance will be affected. So it's worth shopping around until you get it right. Then you can forget all about your boobs and get on with the fun! Which is the point, after all.
http://womansday.ninemsn.com.au/article....
The Z-Bra is an amazing high tech sports bra that is so breathable, light weight and comfortable that it's a joy to wear. It has flat seams to prevent chaffing, is latex free and uses the latest moisture management control by Du Pont Lycra and CoolMax. The Zip front fastening with action back is ideal for shoulder movement for both sports action or where movement may be limited by injury or impediment. The Z-bra distributes the pressure so evenly that it provides incredible comfort and the level of firm support required for exercise.
http://www.bodywise.com.au/page.asp?e_pa...
Australian Sports Commission Supporters - Berlei
Berlei is the official sports bra supplier to the Australian Institute of Sport and have a long-standing reputation in developing the highest quality sports bras. Like other pieces of sporting equipment, Berlei sport bras are tested for performance by the AIS Biomechanics department to ensure sports bras and continually developed and are the best in the world.
Testing conducted by AIS Biomechanics assesses the level of support provided in Berlei’s range of sport bras and as a result, Berlei allocates ‘Support Factor Ratings’ to all it’s bras:
SF3: Ultimate Bounce Reduction
Suitable for high impact activities such as running, netball, soccer etc. Reduces breast bounce by over 50 per cent.
SF2: Good Bounce Reduction
Suitable for medium impact activity such as jogging, cycling, softball etc. Reduces breast bounce by 45 – 50 per cent.
SF1: Moderate Bounce Reduction
Suitable for low impact activities such as yoga, pilates, walking etc. Reduces breast bounce by 35 – 44 per cent.
Support level is determined through monitoring the consistent level of breast bounce reduction whilst performing various levels of exertion wearing a Berlei sports bra. This was then compared to unsupported i.e. bare breasted trials. Both smaller (B cup) and larger (D cup) breasted women were tested to determine influence of breast size in the testing during jogging and running modes.
http://www.ausport.gov.au/sponsors/berle...
Reply:sheesh didy, what, did you wanna write a book or something! haha =D
Reply:Hey I might be a little bit rude but I would think No Bra would be the best way to go. If you have them Flaunt them. Some Women would die for them. Maybe a light exercise instead of Full on would be better if you are conscious of them, It is nice to know there are still beautiful wonderful developed women in our midst. Much better than the thin things they show on Stage. CT I Love your response I am Sorry then CT. LOL
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