Isn’t it great if there’s someone to tell you whatever you need to know about that piece of bosom fabric?
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The Material Matters
Contrary to popular belief, cotton is an awful material for sports bra. Imagine it soaking up all your sweat like a sponge, and making your bosom feel heavy! Do yourself a favour, and choose sports bras manufactured with materials that are breathable and moisture-wicking.
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One is Never Enough
Some things can never be skimped on, and sports bra is definitely one of them. The piece undergoes extensive beating during workout, and will wear out and lose its effectiveness especially if you’re wearing the same piece back to back. So if you work out 5 times a week, make sure you get 5 sets in 5 different prints.
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Measure Regularly
Pregnancies, hormonal changes and changes in body composition due to an active lifestyle can all contribute to significant fluctuations in your bra size. As a rule of the thumb, measure your bust once a year to avoid getting the wrong sizes.
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Encapsulation Bras Win Compression Bras Hands Down
The 2 main types of sports bras are compression and encapsulation. The former presses the breasts to the body without separation, thus forming a uni-boob shape. However, it won’t be able to manage all the breast movements during your workout.
The latter adopts individual cups to surround and support each breast separately. This allows air to circulate and provides extra support for your lovely bosom.
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Your Sports Bras “Die” Faster Than You Like
All that pounding, bouncing and sweating can cause the fabric fibres in sports bras to degrade, which translates to reduced breasts support. So if you are an active bunny, imagine how much torture your sports bra has gone through. We say, if your sports bra is 1 year old, it’s definitely time to let go and move on.
