Recently I have been binge shopping sports bras, because I was in desperate need of some new pieces. All but one of my sports bras prior to my binge, were at least three years old, were not suiting my style and nearly all of them were super uncomfortable. Three years ago, I didn’t really focus as much on comfort as I do now which explains a lot and to top it off, I never needed sports bras with a lot of support. After many purchases and several at home workout sessions, I have found the sports bras that you need for your at workouts whether they are at home or the gym!
ONE | TWO | THREE| FOUR | FIVE | SIX
Now that I been both pregnant and have nursed my child, I have realized that comfort is the number one factor in choosing a sports bra, followed by support, and then finally style. Below I break down why I love each bra along with it’s comfort, support level, and style.
ONE | The Beyond Yoga Spacedye Tank has an amazing fabric that is extremely soft and comfortable. It has a built in shelf but it does not provide a lot of support, however if you are smaller busted, it is suitable for all workouts. As far as style goes, I love that this top looks more like a true tank with two thin straps and that is comes in so many different colorways. The crop is also a bit longer, which is nice if you are not into showing your stomach at all- hits right at the top of my Lululemon Align leggings.
| This top runs a little big |
TWO | The Amazon Workout Tank Top reminds me a lot of the Beyond Yoga Tank that I spoke about above, when it comes to both style and fit. Where it differs however, is in the fabric and support level. The fabric is not near as soft and stretchy as the Beyond Yoga Tank, but it is still breathable, comfortable, and is a bit more compressive. This tank also has cup inserts that add to the structure and support of this bra, making it a little more reliable when it comes to high intensity workouts and training. Oh and I can’t forget to mention the price! This bra is around $20 and half the price of the other bras mentioned- definitely a steal! I am planning to order it in nearly every color!
| Runs Small, Size Up |
THREE | The Free People Square Neck Good Karma Bra has such a unique look and the fabric is uber soft and comfortable! I love the thick straps and the faded color. This bra is not made for women with large busts, but it works just fine for me, because again I am not blessed in that department. This is more of a true bra, as it does not extend past my ribs and shows a lot more of my stomach. This bra is also on the lower end when it comes to support, but I use it for a variety of workouts.
|Runs Small, Size UP |
FOUR | This Athleta Conscious Crop has a very supportive fit! The website states that it is for “low impact” workouts, but think this bra has a lot of support! I wear it for high intensity workouts with lots of agility work and feel that even if I had larger boobs, I would still feel very supported. It has a built in bra with a lightweight tank that is stretchy and breathable, making it not only comfortable but again, supportive! It also comes in two styles depending on cup size, A-C, and a D-DD, which is so nice because I plan to purchase more when I am nursing again in the future. As far as style, I love the high neck and cropped fit of this bra- very flattering!
| Runs just a bit small, but I still did my true size|
FIVE | The Beyond Yoga Spacedye Studio Crop Tank is SO good. The high neck is so flattering and the razor back is so different! Much like the other Beyond Yoga bra I own, the fabric is amazingly soft, breathable, and does not show sweat! This bra is on the more supportive side, as it has the high neck and a built in shelf! Love it in the gray and HAVE to have it in black!
| Runs true to size |
SIX | The Free People Crop Run Tank is technically not a bra and has very low support. However, now that I am done nursing and my bust has gone back to being rather small, I can wear this tank as a bra. It is supportive enough for low impact workouts and can also be layered with sports bra. This will not only help to add extra support, but will also elevate the look with some extra straps. I love the ribbed detail, the razor back, and again the cropped fit. The fabric is very stretchy, breathable, and somewhat compressive.
| Runs true to size |
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