What To Look For
Some sports bras are designed to compact the breasts to make them as low profile as possible during exercise. This is unattractive and somewhat painful. Luckily, there are other versions of sports bras that support the breasts without compressing them. These shaping bras can look pretty and attractive. Look for styles that offer a wide band around the chest, sturdy cloth cups that surround each individual breast and comfortable underwire or braiding to enhance the shape of the breasts. Women's Health Magazine recommends the CW-X Ventilator support bra, Shock Absorber Support Level 3 sports bra and the Isis C/D bra for maximum shaping and support during exercise. Spark People.com recommend the Enell brand for shaping sports bras.
Common Pitfalls
There are several common pitfalls women succumb to when purchasing sports bras. The most common pitfall is choosing the wrong size. It is extremely important to know the correct size of bra before purchasing. If you are unsure of your size, have a professional bra fitter measure you to find the correct size. If you do not have the right size, your breasts can become damaged during exercise. Another common pitfall is choosing the wrong bra for the exercise. If you run, jump rope or engage in any high impact exercise you need a high-impact bra.
Where To Buy
It is possible to find high quality sports bras at nearly any clothing retailer. Stores that have specific athletic sections will have the best selection. Sporting goods stores will have an even larger selection of bras and top brands. Sports Authority, Academy and Dick's Sporting Goods offer brands such as Adidas, Nike, Isis and Enell. REI and Altrec.com also have a wide selection of sports bras. These stores also have user ratings, so you can easily find the best bra for your needs. Make sure to get fitted before purchasing a sports bra online.
Cost
Sports bras vary in cost. Most sports bras cost between $15 and $70 as of 2010. For the most part it is unnecessary to spend more than $50 for a high quality sports bra. The CW-X Ventilator support bra costs about $50. The Shock Absorber Support Level 3 sports bra costs about $38. The Isis C/D bra costs about $52. Enell bras cost around $65. Sales, discounts and the purchase store will change the final cost of any sports bra brands.
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