For your health or body management, you've finally decided to go to the gym.
But for a beginner, do you have no idea about what to wear for the gym? Especially for the sports bras.
Some training causes your breasts to move, sometimes up and down as much as eight inches. This puts your Cooper's ligaments - the thin collections of connective tissues that help support your breasts - under huge strain. Without the correct support, you’re likely to experience soreness which could cause lasting damage.
So, not only will a good sports bra provide vital support, but it could also help you to set a better performance.
How to choose the right type of sports Bras? Here is the guide.
First, you should know what kind of exercise you will focus on. Then you can confirm what level of support you need.
Sports bras offer three different levels of support: low, medium, and high impact. The type you need depends on your cup size and the type of exercise you do.
LOW-MEDIUM IMPACT SPORTS BRAS
Low impact activities: walking, yoga, strength training.
Medium impact activities: dancing, skiing, cycling.
Construction: Low-medium impact sports bras typically feature a cup-less design and restrict movement by compressing the breasts tightly against the chest wall.
HIGH-IMPACT SPORTS BRAS
High-impact activities: Running, aerobics, mountain biking.
Construction: High-impact bras are made with a defined cup structure – akin to regular bras – to encapsulate and support each breast. Some high-impact bras will use a combination of both encapsulation and compression methods to maximize support.
Tips for getting the perfect fit
Even once you have you have your measurements, finding the right sports bra can be tricky and usually requires you to try a few different sizes and brands. Here are some tips for getting the perfect fit…
Snug, but not too tight: A sports bra should fit more intimate than a regular bra but shouldn’t restrict breathing; you should be able to fit two fingers between the straps and your shoulders.
Wrinkles are bad: The fabric of the cup should be smooth. Wrinkles in the fabric are usually an indication that the cup is too big. Conversely, if you're spilling out of the cup, it's too small.
Watch out for gaps: Any underwire should lay flat against the rib case, below your breast tissue, and should not pinch or dig in.
Adjust the straps: Raise your hands up over your head. If the band rides up it's usually a sign it’s too big, though it is possible that the straps or the back closure may need adjusting.
Move around: Before buying your bra, jump around and swing your arms – (it's probably best to do this in the changing rooms or somewhere other people can’t see you). If you experience pain or discomfort, then try another sports bra.