Thereâs a revolution coming
Something big is stirring at adidas HQ, and weâve got word that theyâve started a bra revolution. Itâs a life-changing movement we never knew we needed as they set to solve most of womensâ bosom discomfort problems. You know the âfree your boobiesâ feeling once you step into your house? Apparently, if itâs the right fit, you wouldnât even think of taking off the straps. Fortunately, adidas is here to turntables with their sports bra collection that is co-created with real women. But before we dive deeper, letâs start opening some eyes with the basics.
How Is A Sports Bra Different From A Regular Bra?
Very different. As suggested in the name, sports bras are undergarments designed specifically for exercise. Youâll find its designs to focus on support, minimizing movement, and wicking away sweat. Regular bras, on the other hand, are more about silhouettes and aesthetics.
How To Find The Right Sports Bra For You?
1. Adjustability
Bras with adjustable straps are the MVP for they truly allow personalization. There will be days when you try a new level of sport or say your weight fluctuates, youâll wish your bra to have the ability to accommodate the change. While a bra with a fixed strap or band may fit off the rack, in the long run, the fabric can stretch, resulting in a loose supportive fit.
2. Fabric
Nobody likes having sweat permeate through their bra. Hence, for garments made for sweaty endeavors, itâs crucial to opt for breathable, moisture-wicking ones. Non-wicking fabrics contain sweat, which could ultimately lead to bacteria build-up and consequently skin irritation. Bonus points if itâs designed with breathable mesh ventilation, that way youâll know your skin can breathe better.
3. The Style
The styles you see for sports bras arenât just for the aesthetics, each design is created to complement different workouts. Though namely, they can be categorized into three groups: compression, encapsulation, and combination.
a. Compression: A stretchy wireless, pullover-style racerback bra is a classic example. This kind of sports bra compresses the breasts against the chest wall to stabilize and restrict breast motion. Best suited for small chests.
b. Encapsulation: Similar to everyday bras, this kind doesnât have compression. They use individual cups to hold onto each breast separately. They have a more natural shape as compared to compression bras and are best for low-impact activities.
c. Combination: No worries if youâre having a hard time making your pick. Many sports bras these days combine both methods to provide support and natural shaping.
4. Underwire
A lot of women find underwire bras to be uncomfortable, so they make the grave mistake of wearing soft cups. Non-wired bras wonât provide the support your sisters need, especially in the case of high-impact activities. Fortunately, thereâs the game-changerâââadidasâ sports bras entering the scene. Their encapsulation sports bras let you breathe while providing optimal support in terms of bounce control, stability, shape, and separation.
Our Favorite Picks:
Feeling a little hot? This sports bra will keep you cool as the class gets intense.
The color alone is a head-turner, but whatâs more impressive is that it ticks all the boxes above!
Give your classmate at the back something to look at with this super racy racerback rendition.
Sports bra and tights go hand in hand together. So, no reason weâre leaving them out this round.
Too comfy you donât want to take it off? Good thing this oneâs ultra voguish to take you from the couch and out.
Prefer your legs to see some light? This adorable pink training bike short is your port of call!
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