Which sports bra?

Which sports bra shall I buy?

Its one of the questions we get asked daily, often with an embarrassed giggle and the addition of "I just want to keep my girls strapped down!".  Giggles aside, keeping the girls under control is no easy task because they want to leap out of your bra and have a party of their very own.

This is where a good bra shop will have tracked down some quality sports bras and be able to pair one to you for the ultimate sporting performance (or at least a circuit of the park with your mate).

Several factors we consider when helping you select a great sports bra:

• Your body shape and breast size.  You should know we will not squash and squish those beauties into the smallest piece of Lycra we can find!
• What style of exercise will you be partaking in? #Parkrun #Boxercise #Combat #Yoga Or the latest new class which we cant even pronounce......"they say its fun".
• What is your budget?  We understand the gym membership means you now have no money left to eat.
• Are you concerned about the shape of your boobs in your gym kit?  Ahem.....a little bit because who doesn't want to look good in their gym kit? #wrappedinlycra #lookinggood #Damnfineass

We have been wear testing, reading reports and studies and generally trying not to bounce in our bras to help you ladies find the right bra.  Believe me, some of them you will be glad we saved you the struggle because at times I have had to beg my husband to help to free me from some of the contraptions!  I can assure you, its not pretty and not alluring in the slightest!

Elomi "Energise" 8041

An underwired sports bra specially developed for a fuller figure and large cup.  If you already wear and love Elomi bras you will also love Energise.  It has a unique non-compression design for ultimate support and shape, it also has clever microfiber fabric for moisture management.  Energise now has a J-hook offering the choice of straight or racer back positioning.
RRP £34.  Available 34-46 band, D-K cup (up to K cup in 34,36,38 band only).

https://www.clairewoodall.com/energise-sports-bra

Panache 

An Award winning underwired sports bra.  The wire is encased in gel to give a soft cushion next to your body whilst giving you great shape and support.  Gives a smooth silhouette under sports wear and has the racer back option (J-hook).  Fully breathable and sweat wicking fabric.  This sports bra offers encapsulation not compression, meaning your boobs will wobble inside but won't bounce out!  If you love your normal Panache bra the chances are you will love their sports bra too. 
RRP £40.  
Available from 28-40 band, B-H cup.  32&34 up to J cup.

https://www.clairewoodall.com/panache-sports-bra

If you love the Panache sports bra but it just does not fit, try the Freya Epic.  Both bras have similar attributes and take it in turns to win awards for less bounce and firm control, we find ladies will fit one or the other.  They are the same price too, this makes choosing one a little easier.  https://www.clairewoodall.com/epic-sports-bra

Anita "Extreme Control" 5527

A non-wired high impact sports bra, with a three-section cup made from high functioning pique fabric (clever fabric that is very strong).  The inner cup is lined with seamless microfibre towelling.  The seamless inner cup prevents any chafing (lets not think about nipple chafing!!!).  Ergonomic shoulder straps prevent slippage and add to the overall support.  Mesh back panelling for great anchorage along with breath-ability and temperature control.  We recommend this bra for long distance runners/walkers, it has a low profile which prevents that bulky bra feel on arm swing.  Not so good for very large cups, we recommend this bra up to around an F cup.  A little more expensive than others but it can go in the washing machine, always a bonus for us!
RRP £51.
Available 30-46 band, B-H cup European sizing.

https://www.clairewoodall.com/anita-extreme-control-sports

If you prefer a racer back option or have problems with shoulder straps slipping the Anita
"Dynamix" has virtually the same attributes as Extreme control.  RRP £53.
https://www.clairewoodall.com/dynamix-star-sports-bra

Freya "Force" AA4000

Freya soft cup (crop top style), non-wired sports bra offers great support and coverage. This bra is simplistic in its design but has all the technology; including Coolmax fabric to wick away moisture, wide shoulder straps for extra comfort, J-hook for a racer back option and 2-ply durable fabric cups for enhanced support.  This bra is great for a variety of purposes from jogging to yoga for ladies that prefer a non-wired option.  

RRP £36.  

Available 28-40 band, C-H cup.

https://www.clairewoodall.com/force-sports-bra

There are so many more sports bras on the market, its easy top get confused with which one to buy.  I have a drawer full, some of which I will never wear due to discomfort or because I might need a lie down after I have wrestled my way into it.  

There is a new sports bra in my life right now, its brand new on the market and full of high spec fabric and science.  I am a little bit in love with it, its my new best boob friend and so want it to stand up to the punishment of my gruelling training routine along with the demon washing machine.  Its an investment at over £50, before I recommend a product I will always check its value for money and fit for purpose, this means you don't have to ladies.  #itsapersonalservice #yourwelcome 

Sneak peak at the Anita"Air Control" 5544 and my boobs (I'm 32E just in case you are wondering #nofilter ).

Claire.xx

Note: All prices are correct at the time of publishing.  Colours are released seasonally and will vary.