Whether you are moving, grooving or doing a summersault during your workout, the ideal sports bra is one that doesn’t dig into your body, rub you raw or heavens forbid, let you bounce. While this may seem unbelievable, because you’ve looked so long and hard … Trust us, there’s a flattering fitness bra out there for you, that works for your body type. To have a carefree and comfortable workout session, you’ve got to choose the right sports bra, which has the right kinds of cups, straps and band.
Arpita Ganesh, Founder and CEO, Buttercups, an online lingerie brand says, “Regular bras do not have enough support mechanism for high movement and traction. Also, most bras are wired and wires are not good for exercising. The friction from the movement during exercise can cause the wires to leave bruises on the underbust and also cause fibroids due to the continuous friction of the breast tissue with the hard metal or plastic”. So, it is very important to wear sports bras that give the necessary support and comfort while exercising. Spend money on buying quality sports bras as it is worth the investment. Check for back band support (most good ones have crisscross back support) as that provides more comfort while exercising.
Most gym-goers make the mistake of picking a smaller-sized cup with a large band, which makes a workout session a nightmare. So we’ve made a list of the five types of sports bras that guarantee ease and support.
The high-impact padded bra
This high-impact padded bra from Marks & Spencer will keep your twin girls in place while you flex your muscles and tone your abs in the gym. Available in various sizes, going up to 36D (hey, more sizes please!), it has a broad back band. The stylish blue-coloured side bands along with the front zip detailing also look chic!
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Moisture-wicking, mesh-back sports bra
This high coverage bra is non-wired, comes with removable pads and the triple layer moisture absorbing fabric will keep you dry all day long. There’s a breathable mesh fabric panel at the centre, front and back, which isn’t just stylish; it airs out the skin. The comfortable broad straps and the bottom elastic support give it that much-needed extra stability.
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Padded sports bra with racer back and hooks
This thick, padded cotton-rich bra in black with fluorescent green trims. The racer back, which has been designed using stretchable powernet, is superbly comfortable. It also has a broad midriff band to ensure proper fit and support while the stylish racer back with hooks promises extra ease.
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High performance bra with mesh-back
This is a high-performance bra by Adidas with “climacool” unique technology and heat-reactive fabric. Together these elements guarantee a cool and dry effect. The perforated cups are just perfect for the right amount of ventilation and support.
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Racer back slip-on padded active bra
This sports bra by Jockey is made of cotton-elastane stretch fabric and provides extra support and maximum stretch quality. A slip-on back makes it easy to wear and the seamless double-layered padded cups, along with a soft bottom band, are just what you need to keep your breasts in shape. It’s also available in multiple colours to kill the monotony of your gym wear.
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