Choosing the right sports bra can be quite a challenge for active women today.
With so many choices available, the key consideration is matching your level of physical activity to your sports bra needs. Does it offer the proper support for your body and exercise type?
Fabric, style and fit are also important factors to consider.
When a woman exercises, the breasts can move forwards, backwards, horizontally, vertically, simultaneously, and even independently from each other! Such variety of movements can cause pain, stress and loss of firmness in the breast tissue, as well as back pain.
Choosing a well-fitted sports bra can significantly reduce these negative effects and provide support for all types of active lifestyles.
LIGHT EXERCISE
Cycling, walking, golf, yoga
For activities like these, choosing a lighter to medium support bra is appropriate. Public Myth offers a variety of new, stylish sports bras with double mesh lining, pockets, and functional zippers, with soft, cottony comfort designed to slim your appearance by lifting, tightening, and smoothing out curves.
The performance features of these bras include a breathable, shrink- and fade-resistant fabric that wicks away moisture, with soil release qualities. These bras fit like a dream and come in a variety of colours and style choices.
The Bring It on Meshand Angel City sport bras amp up the sex appeal during your workout, and the supportive Supplex fabric feels angelic on the skin.
And theZip Sport Bra isn’t just fancy; the sturdy racer back straps provide support and gives you the confidence to zip down any track, no matter how challenging.
You can check out Public Myth’s new retail location at 2005 West 4th in Kitsilano.
HIGH IMPACT
Running, kickboxing, CrossFit, basketball, horseback riding
For higher impact activities like these, a sports bra with more support is needed.
Firma EnergyWear sports bras are designed to keep you feeling energized, comfortable and looking great. (Editor’s note: Langston is a spokesmodel for Firma).
These sports bras are made from a fabric that contains active biocrystals, with benefits that can lead to better health and wellness. These include increased micro-circulation, thermoregulation, and effective muscle recovery.
Firma EnergyWear sports bras can be found at locations across Vancouver such as Bodacious Lifestyles Inc, Angel Handpainted, Oxygen Yoga, Curalux, Above Average, and Malene Grotrian Design.
Anita Active Sports Brasare another new, exciting, and effective line, providing support for the active woman.
These sports bras offer maximum, firm support with lightweight, breathable micro fabric designs, seamlessly shaped cups, ergonomically tailored strong comfort straps, and sturdy T-back styling. The Anita Active Sports Bras come in classic styles and colours and can be found at Diane’s Lingerie on South Granville.
When choosing the right sports bra being fitted by a professional fitter is important, too. A properly-fitted sports bra is essential for promoting effective breast and back support, health and comfort.
With that in mind, Diane’s Lingerie also provides excellent professional sports bra fittings.
