How should a sports bra fit?

Lots of people find that sports bras can sometimes fit quite differently to your regular bra. Sports bras are designed to hold your boobs close to your chest so that there’s minimal movement when you’re exercising. This means the underband can feel a little tighter than a regular bra - but your sports bra should still feel comfortable enough to wear all day (if you want to!).

Sports bras tend to have a wider back band, thicker straps and more coverage than a regular bra to keep it feeling comfortable and so that there’s extra support and comfort while you’re exercising. The fabric used for sports bras has minimal stretch to reduce jiggle, and some sports bras have quick-drying fabric so that it draws any moisture away from you.

If you’re trying on a sports bra and want to make sure it’s “the one”, why not try the ‘Jump Test’! Have a jump around, a bit of a wiggle, do some high knees or downward dogs and make sure that you can beat the bounce and go for it! This works whether you’re at home, or in one of our fitting rooms – some of our fitters might even join in!

How to choose a sports bra?

Choosing the right sports bra for you depends on what you’ll be doing when you wear it. There are options for high impact and low impact sports and, as with all bras, what fits and feels good for one person may be different to what someone else needs. So, how do you choose a sports bra? There are a few things you can look out for when choosing the right sports bra for you.

What sports will you be doing?

Think about what activities you’ll be doing and the impact it’ll have on your boobs. A high impact sports bra such as the Shock Absorber Multi Active sports bra, is a good choice for running as your boobs are held firmly to your chest to minimise any jiggle. If you’ll be doing yoga, you could try a sports bra like the Royce Impact Free Sports bra which offers lighter support, so that you feel comfy and free to breath as you stretch.

What sports bra is best for high impact sports?

Bravissimo girls can do high impact sports, too – we just need support! High impact sports like running or horse-riding can cause a lot of bounce, so choosing a compression sports bra like the Run bra is essential to keep everything in place - beat the bounce and go for it!