Finding a great sports bra can be a challenge, but if you know what to look for you'll have a better chance. We look at how to choose the best sports bra.

Are sports bras good for you?

Continuous and vigorous movement like that done during exercise can put a lot of strain on the ligaments in your breasts. Once they've stretched, they stay this way, and can lead to the appearance of sagging. By wearing a sports bra, you are supporting your breasts as well as protecting the ligaments and tissue within the breast. This means that yes, sports bras are very good for you, especially if you have a large bust. If you have a fairly flat chest, chances are you'll be able to get away with not wearing a sports bra. However, the racer back design means you don't have to worry about straps falling down like on a normal bra, so wearing a sports bra is definitely beneficial when training and doing exercise.

Sports bra for running

Running is a high impact sport and as such you should definitely wear a sports bra when running. Sports bras were only invented 38 years ago, and before this women had to endure a lot of pain during exercises such as running. Nowadays, a sports bra is a staple element of women's gym wear and most women own one. When it comes to running, you need a sports bra that fits well and won't chafe or rub as you move. Your sports bra should fit you well to avoid doing damage to your breasts. A racer back sports bra will keep the breasts close to the body and stop them moving too much as you run while sports bras with individual cups are good for ladies with larger breasts as they give individual support to prevent pain and damage. 

Extra high impact sports bra

When it comes to choosing a sports bra, trial and error may be best. If you have a larger bust, you may need an extra high impact sports bra to keep your breasts in place and give you the support you need. Extra high impact sports include running, CrossFit, tennis, and any sport where you may be jumping. An extra high impact sports bra should feature a tight fit and supported cups for best results.

What is a seamless sports bra?

These days, seamless activewear is very popular. This is because it reduces chafing and improves comfort, as well as overall appearance of the garment. When it comes to women's activewear and women's fitness clothing, you want it to be comfortable. Seamless activewear is made with stretch fabrics and omits any stitching which can sometimes chafe. A seamless sports bra will be made from one piece of fabric and give a locked-in feel so that you can run and jump safe in the knowledge that you won't suffer any tissue damage to your breasts.