Finding Your Perfect Sports Bra and a Giveaway

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Happy Thursday guys! As some of you may have seen earlier this week on either my Instagram Stories or the Brooks Running Instagram, I had the opportunity to spend time shopping for sports bras with Brooks and Jack Rabbit. If you are a long-time reader, you may remember that I am small chested (36A).  For years, I didn’t think much about sports bras because I didn’t think that someone who was small chested needed support.  I did not enjoy wearing sports bras as I felt they made my small chest even smaller and flatter. Maybe that’s because for the first four years I worked out, from the age of 22-26, I wore a very basic sports bra that was $14.99 at Target.  It provided no support or padding, instead it was more like an ace bandage wrapped around my chest. No wonder I hated putting that thing on.
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Luckily since my favorite brand, Brooks, makes wonderful sports bras, they offered to provide me with a bra fitting session in partnership with Jack Rabbit.  During my session with Leslie at Jack Rabbit, I learned so many tips that I asked my friends at Brooks if I could share the images and tips with you guys to ensure you pick the right sports bra for you, regardless your chest size.

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  • Women of all size can benefit from a quality, well-fitted sports bra – not just those with larger chests.
  • Women with small chests need to have a bra with support to avoid sagging and permanent damage to breast tissue later in life.
  • Get measured every year because even small changes can make big differences, especially for people with smaller chests.
  • The fit of the bottom band is the most important part of the bra as this is what provides most of the support. You want it to be tight enough to provide support but tight enough so that your girls won’t come out if you raise your arms.
  • Breast tissue moves in a figure eight pattern when you run, walk or jump. Wearing a sports bra with cups, known formally as an encapsulation bra, will support you better and help you avoid that unfortunate uniboob feeling.
  • If the bra is folding, wrinkling or has too much space in the cup that means you need to go down a cup size.
  • Your sports bra size may be different from the bra size you wear each day. Try on lots of different sizes and styles, often in one size smaller and larger than your daily bra, before choosing a sports bra.
  • A bra with adjustable straps can help ensure a perfect fit and that the bra can provide enough support regardless the exercise.
  • In the Fall of 2015, Brooks began re-branding their Moving Comfort division to Brooks. Therefore, if you have a favorite Moving Comfort bra that you’re looking for, it can be found on the Brooks site and may now have a Brooks logo on it!

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During my session, I fell in love with three bras.

Fiona Sports Bra 

I have never worn a sports bra with a hook and eye closure but man did I fall in love with the level of flexibility and comfort this provided. In addition, this bra comes with molded cups so I felt supported and shapely versus flat as a pancake. The adjustable straps, which I am modeling in the above picture, also allow me to adjust the bra depending on the activity. For high intensity or running I would tighten it to limit the movement but for yoga or pilates, I can wear it a bit looser. If you are nursing, the adjustable straps can also make this a great bra option for easy access. The molded cups on this bra made me actually feel as if I had shape versus being flat as a pancake. I loved this bra so much that I bought two of them, one in black and one in blue!

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Frontrunner Racer Bra

How fun and unique is the design of this bra with the plunging v-neck and seamless style? This lightweight, breathable bra is a great option as it provides support and contoured cups without sacrificing style. Even though I tried this bra on again at Jack Rabbit, I have owned this bra for three months and have worn it to many a workouts and run. It is comfortable and a great, chafe-free option!

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Uprise Crossback Sports Bra

This bra is the only one that I tried on which was designed specifically for A/B cups. Even though it has S/M/L sizing it still has contoured cups which provide support as well as a nice, curvy shape while the cross back allows for ventilation during your workout.  As you can see from the picture at the top of this post, I love this bra so much that I wore it throughout our Canada hiking trip, even stripping down to just the bra on an especially hot day.  The only thing that could make this bra even better would be adjustable straps.

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GIVEAWAY CLOSED – Winner @momsgottarun entry #47

 

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  1. Pat McWilliams October 13, 2016 / 10:03 pm

    I like the jubralee sports bra and would love to win it. I need a bra that can support me and that looks like it would.

  2. Nikki October 13, 2016 / 10:20 pm

    I follow on Facebook

  3. Nikki October 13, 2016 / 10:20 pm

    Uplift Crossback in pink

  4. Carol October 13, 2016 / 10:37 pm

    Love the uplift

  5. Noel October 13, 2016 / 10:54 pm

    The second crossback option, love it!

  6. Kimberly October 13, 2016 / 11:22 pm

    I’m a huge fan of Brooks sports bra. My two favorites are Juno and Jubralee! I find they both work well for those of us that have been ‘blessed’ up top!

  7. tara October 13, 2016 / 11:28 pm

    I love the design and the fun prints of the rebound racer!

  8. tara October 13, 2016 / 11:29 pm

    I follow on FB!

  9. Jen October 13, 2016 / 11:38 pm

    Love that front runner racer bra! So different! Adorable!

  10. Jen October 13, 2016 / 11:39 pm

    I follow of FB

  11. Jen October 13, 2016 / 11:39 pm

    Also,follow on Instagram!

  12. Lindsay October 13, 2016 / 11:59 pm

    i love the uprise crossback and the front racer!!

  13. Jen October 14, 2016 / 12:37 am

    There are a lot of great styles but I especially like the Uprise Crossback Sports Bra!

  14. Erin October 14, 2016 / 12:39 am

    I’ve heard the Juno is great and would love the opportunity to try it. I’m a new mom and definitely need to adjust with the changes my body has undergone.

  15. Elisa October 14, 2016 / 12:46 am

    The Uprise Crossback is the one I´d choose!

  16. Betsy October 14, 2016 / 1:41 am

    I love both the uprise and front rise bras!! Hard to choose!

  17. Hilary October 14, 2016 / 1:58 am

    I’ve heard great things about the Juno, so I think I’d try that in a fun color. I follow on insta!

  18. Em October 14, 2016 / 3:40 am

    I love the Uprise Crossback!

  19. Em October 14, 2016 / 3:41 am

    I follow on Instagram.

  20. Eve October 14, 2016 / 4:22 am

    The women’s “Just Right” looks perfect for me!

  21. Robin October 14, 2016 / 4:49 am

    The front runner racer bra is the one that stands out to me but the Fiona is a close 2nd!

  22. Robin October 14, 2016 / 4:50 am

    I follow on Instagram and FB!

  23. Annette October 14, 2016 / 5:28 am

    I like the JUNO SPORTS BRA.

  24. Annette October 14, 2016 / 5:29 am

    I liked you on Facebook.

  25. Annette October 14, 2016 / 5:29 am

    I followed you on Instagram.

  26. Lauren October 14, 2016 / 12:22 pm

    front runner racer bra!

  27. Elizabeth H. October 14, 2016 / 12:24 pm

    I would love to win the Frontrunner sports bra!

  28. Elizabeth H. October 14, 2016 / 12:25 pm

    I follow on Facebook!

  29. LaTanya October 14, 2016 / 12:26 pm

    I like the Women’s Maia Sports Bra

  30. Rosie October 14, 2016 / 1:20 pm

    Uprise crossback is the one I currently have in my running bra rotation so would love another!

  31. Bev October 14, 2016 / 1:22 pm

    I’ve been wearing the Juno bra for years- it’s the best!

  32. Jamie October 14, 2016 / 1:50 pm

    The Uprise Crossback Sports Bra is so cute! I am small chested too and sometimes feel like sports bras give me TOO much support!

  33. Annie October 14, 2016 / 1:55 pm

    I loveeeee the Juno. I have a large chest and it’s the only thing that works for me!

  34. Jenn October 14, 2016 / 2:31 pm

    I would like to try the Uprise one! I feel like we are similar size

  35. Colleen October 14, 2016 / 2:33 pm

    I would love to try the uprise crossback bra

  36. Elizabeth October 14, 2016 / 2:43 pm

    Frontrunner Racer Bra

  37. Amie October 14, 2016 / 3:01 pm

    I’d love to try the Frontrunner Racer Bra!

  38. Thea October 14, 2016 / 3:26 pm

    The Fiona looks interesting – never seen anything like that before.

  39. Jen A October 14, 2016 / 3:49 pm

    I would love to try the Fiona

  40. Jen A October 14, 2016 / 3:50 pm

    I follow on insta

  41. Jen A October 14, 2016 / 3:50 pm

    I like you on facebook

  42. Meghann Richardson October 14, 2016 / 3:57 pm

    I’ve heard lots of great things about the Juno. I would also love to try the Uplift Crossback. It’s looks like a good running bra!

  43. Sima Patel October 14, 2016 / 5:03 pm

    I’d love to try the Juno!

  44. Lucy October 14, 2016 / 5:41 pm

    The uprise is fantastic

  45. Amy October 14, 2016 / 5:55 pm

    I like the Upright Crossback!

  46. Amy October 14, 2016 / 5:56 pm

    i followed you on FB!

  47. Jennifer October 14, 2016 / 6:32 pm

    Great options! I like the Women’s UpLift Crossback Sports Bra in black with the design straps!

  48. Jennifer October 14, 2016 / 6:33 pm

    Of course I follow you on IG 🙂

  49. Jennifer October 14, 2016 / 6:33 pm

    And duh I follow and LOVE your FB page <3

  50. Ashley October 14, 2016 / 6:35 pm

    I love the criss cross back of the UpRise!

  51. Ashley October 14, 2016 / 6:36 pm

    I also follow on Instagram and Facebook!

  52. Meghan H October 14, 2016 / 7:59 pm

    I love the crossback one!

  53. Kelly October 14, 2016 / 11:21 pm

    The FrontRunner Racer bra is my front runner. 🙂

  54. Ashley October 15, 2016 / 1:52 am

    I think the Fiona would work best for me. I follow on Instagram and FB.

  55. Michelle B October 15, 2016 / 4:52 am

    I love the rebound racer and the juno! I good running bra that doesn’t allow me to bounce all over is worth every darn dime.

  56. Michelle B October 15, 2016 / 4:53 am

    I also follow on Facebook.

  57. Bex October 15, 2016 / 5:25 am

    You had me at adjustable straps! Frontrunner!

  58. Kelly October 15, 2016 / 8:05 am

    I like the front runner racer.

  59. Kelly October 15, 2016 / 8:06 am

    I follow you on instagram

  60. Lacey October 15, 2016 / 8:27 am

    I would love to try the AnyDay bra!

  61. Lacey October 15, 2016 / 8:27 am

    I follow you on Instagram!

  62. Laura October 15, 2016 / 11:37 am

    I’d love to win ANY of them! I’m nearing the end of my first trimester and my chest has gotten huge! I am in desparate need of a new sports bra!

  63. Christina October 15, 2016 / 12:54 pm

    The Fiona for me! Hook and eye + adjustable straps FTW

  64. Courtney October 15, 2016 / 1:23 pm

    Not sure if this is open to your Canadian readers or not, but I really love the Rebound Racer.

  65. Courtney October 15, 2016 / 1:24 pm

    I follow you on Instagram already.

  66. Courtney October 15, 2016 / 1:24 pm

    I didn’t realize you had a Facebook page too, but I just followed it. 🙂

  67. Jordan October 16, 2016 / 4:39 am

    I am loving the FineForm bra!

  68. Jordan October 16, 2016 / 4:44 am

    Already following you on instagram @j_mosh 🙂

  69. Jordan October 16, 2016 / 4:46 am

    I like you on facebook, too!

  70. Kristen L. October 16, 2016 / 10:14 am

    The juno! Great bra that keeps everything in place while still being comfortable!

  71. Kristen L. October 16, 2016 / 10:15 am

    Also follow on Fb

  72. Kristen L. October 16, 2016 / 10:15 am

    And on insta

  73. Liz October 16, 2016 / 4:13 pm

    I like the Uprise Crossback Sports Bra!

  74. Beth October 16, 2016 / 9:35 pm

    Love them all but the uprise is my fave

  75. Beth October 16, 2016 / 9:36 pm

    Insta follower

  76. Beth October 16, 2016 / 9:40 pm

    FB follower

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