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There are a few factors that can make or break your workout: forgetting your headphones, when an ear bud fizzes out mid-set or a cluster of grunting muscle heads crowd the weight rack. The clothes you exercise in can also majorly affect your performance. Maybe your leggings are too tight or too loose, your shoelaces keep coming undone, or arguably the most aggravating — you haven’t found the right sports bra for your boob size.
Obvious signs that your sports bra doesn’t fit right are if the band rises up when you move, the straps dig into your skin, you’re jiggling or sucked in so tight that yanking the damn thing off feels like mission impossible. Other indications are more subtle. For example, if you’ve owned the bra for over six months, it’s probably time for an upgrade. The material of the bra can raise an issue as well: something like cotton will absorb sweat and rub up against your skin, while nylon and polyester are sweat wicking, breathable materials that keep you feeling dry and cool no matter what your intensity level.
That all being said, when you’re shopping for sports bras there are a few things to consider, like your correct measurements, the types of activities you like to do (i.e. crossfit vs. yoga, crossfit and yoga), material, and special features (things like mesh paneling, adjustable or convertible straps, etc.). To help you narrow it down, we’ve rounded up a few of the best sports bras for every boob size.
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Onzie Women’s Sacred Bra
Image Credit: Amazon Onzie’s sports bra is as fierce as your inner warrior. Available in sizes small through 1X, the bra may run a little bit small so you may need to size up. The Sacred Bra will hold you in place for your favorite yoga flows, and with patterns like cheetah and floral, this is one cropped sports top you’ll want to wear off the mat, too.
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CALIA by Carrie Underwood Restore Strappy Back Sports Bra
Image Credit: CALIA We could go on and on about why we love CALIA by Carrie Underwood, but don’t just take our word for it, try it for yourself! The brand’s Restore strappy sports bra is a low-impact bra designed for activities like Pilates and barre. The molded cups comfortably lock in your chest so you can perform to your maximum without feeling constricted, and the crossback detailing is so cute you’ll want the straps to peek through your tank top.
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Athleta Transcend Bra
Image Credit: Athleta If low-impact studio workouts are your fitness style (think yoga, pilates, and barre), give Athleta’s Transcend Bra a try. Marketed for sizes XXS to XL, you’ll feel ultra zen knowing this bra’s got your back — err, bust. This might be more aesthetic than it is a practical option, but how cute will this halter sports bra look under a backless tank or on its own? It’s also incredibly silky-soft like nothing you’ve ever worn before. It goes on like butter, and keeps you in with maximum comfort.
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Jockey Women’s High Neck Full Coverage Sports Bra
This mid-impact sports bra from Jockey is the perfect fusion of athleticism and street style. The crop top-bra hybrid was also made with a quick-drying, silky-smooth microfiber fabric to help you stay cool, calm, and feel chic throughout your workout. Available in sizes S-XL, it’s the perfect piece for avid yogis, pilate-goers, and weight training sessions.
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UnderArmour UA Infinity High Sports Bra
Under Armour’s UA collection includes a range of sports bras that offer low to high impact support. For cup sizes D and above, though, we highly recommend the UA Infinity High.
Aside from the fact that these bras are super cute and come in fun colors like Aqua Foam and Phoenix Fire, the inside of the cups feature an injection-molded design that comfortably syncs with your body’s natural shape to better follow your movements. Mesh panelling combined with a keyhole back design, and the brand’s trademarked lightweight HeatGear fabric keeps you cool and the bra almost invisible.
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Soma Ballet Back Bra
Image Credit: SOMA. Soma’s Ballet Back Bra is adjustable, comfortable, supportive — you know, everything you’re looking for in a bra. So while you could wear it exclusively to the gym, we’re willing to bet it becomes a staple in your everyday wardrobe as well.
The bra is made from polyester, nylon, and spandex. It’s super breathable, with the added bonus of not three but four rows of hook-and-eye closure clips to help find your best fit. What’s more, the straps can be converted to a crisscross design, offering low to medium support when necessary, while wicking and anti-odor yarns keep under boob sweat contained. And just in case those details weren’t enough to sell you, the bra is available in sizes A through DDD and G.
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Reebok PureMove Bra
Image Credit: Reebok. Reebok’s PureMove Bra may appear minimalist, but it offers maximum benefits to novice and pro athletes alike. Made from a blend of nylon and spandex, the bra is stretchy where it matters and incredibly supportive where it counts. Perforations (small holes pierced into the fabric) at the center of the chest and climbing up the spine keep you cool throughout your workout, while the combination of nylon and spandex mold to your body like a second skin. And with its revolutionary Motion Sense Technology, when you move, it moves to offer support at every position.
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Puma Get Fast High Impact Bra
Image Credit: Puma. Grab Puma’s Get Fash High Impact Bra for sweat sessions you expect to royally kick your ass. Available in cup sizes A through D, this sports bra was designed specifically for high intensity workouts (things like crossfit, interval training, sprints, etc.). It features perforated molded padding that keeps your boobs locked in and mesh panels at the front and back to maximize air flow as you pick up the pace. You’ll also find two adjustment closures along the band so you customize the fit to your unique shape.
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Wacoal Women’s Underwire Sports Bra
Image Credit: Amazon. Wacoal is a best-seller on Amazon, and the brand’s Underwire Sports Bra has just shy of three thousand reviews — 67% of which are 5-stars ratings. Engineered for cup sizes C through H, women with larger chests say not only does this sports bra’s exoskeleton underwire offers “outstanding” support, it separates your boobs unlike other bras that squish them into one big uniboob. Your lady bits are also lifted, which makes moving around a lot easier. However, reviewers do warn that the bra tends to hold sweat, so just make a note to wash it often.
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Glamorise The Cami Medium Support Sports Bra
Image Credit: Amazon. Glamorise has a cult following on Amazon, with over 10.7 thousand reviews praising this plus-size camisole sports bra that comes in cup sizes C through J. Open-air mesh detailing makes this bra breathable and the colors it comes in are what make it so beautiful, like purple, gray/yellow, white, black/pink, Malibu blue, and more. It offers support through medium impact activity with upper bust containment and bounce control comfortably holding you up and in.
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Lululemon Energy Bra
Image Credit: Lululemon. Even though Lululemon’s Energy Bra was meant to be worn on the track or treadmill, according to the product’s description, it’s a wardrobe staple on days off, too. You can’t beat it’s comfort factor — with added Lycra® fibre maximizing the top’s elasticity in all the right places — or it’s color offerings, with shades ranging from dark red to heathered black and “Wee Are From Space Nimbus Battleship,” a smokey gray. The top is noted as best for B and C cup sizes, and it’s great for cardio activities or under an oversized sweatshirt while lounging on the couch.
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Outdoor Voices Tech Sweat Bra
Image Credit: Outdoor Voices. Maybe you’re not athletic at all and are just looking for a bra that’s super comfy (because we all know how hard that can be). The Tech Sweat Bra from Outdoor Voices is essentially a sporty crop top, so you can wear it with leggings to the gym or pair it with highwaisted shorts on the boardwalk. Available in sizes AA through D, trust us when we say you’re going to want one in every color for every occasion — sports-related and otherwise.
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