- Finding a sports bra that looks good, fits well, and gives you enough support for your workout is really hard.
- We've done the heavy lifting to find the best sports bras for every size and budget.
- Sweaty Betty and Zensah make the best sports bras for A to B cups, Brooks and Champion make the best sports bras for C to D cups, while Panache and Syrokan make the best sports bras for DD cups and up.
- See also: The best workout clothes for women
The first prototype of today's modern sports bra was invented over 40 years ago in 1977. Not so surprisingly, traditional lingerie bras just weren't cutting it on runs, so two women named Lisa Lindahl and Polly Smith took matters into their own hands. Thanks to them, we've come a long way from the "jockbra" and now there is an overwhelming number of styles and sizes of sports bras to choose from.
Besides your running shoes, as a woman, your sports bra is the other most important - and personal - piece of workout gear that you shouldn't do without. It keeps your chest supported during your workout, minimizing any bounce and jiggle. This is important because while your breasts don't have any muscle, the skin and ligaments that give them their shape can stretch over time without proper support.
With so many styles and sizes to choose from, you're bound to find your perfect fit so you can run happy and bounce free. Below are some important factors to consider when it comes to finding your perfect bra.
There's plenty to think about when searching for the perfect sports bra to add to your running wardrobe, but we've done the testing and read the reviews to find you well-performing sports bras for every size.
Here are the best sports bras you can buy:
- Best sports bra for A/B cups: Sweaty Betty Stamina Workout Bra
- Best sports bra for C/D cups: Brooks Rebound Racer bra
- Best sports bra for DD+ cups: Panache Women's Underwire sports bra
- Best budget sports bra for A/B cups: Zensah Seamless sports bra
- Best budget sports bra for C/D cups: Champion Spot Comfort sports bra
- Best budget sports bra for DD+ cups: Syrokan Front Adjustable sports bra
Updated on 10/29/2019 by Mara Leighton: Updated prices and formatting. We are currently testing new products, so we'll update this guide soon.
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